Safety Specialist

The Vollrath Company - Kiel, WI

Full-time

Kiel, WI

Merchant Wholesalers, Durable Goods

About the position

The Safety Specialist at Vollrath is responsible for ensuring a safe workplace and compliance with environmental regulations. This role involves implementing safety procedures, conducting audits, and providing training to promote a culture of safety. The Specialist will work closely with the Corporate Environment, Health and Safety (EHS) Group to execute safety improvements and maintain compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with Corporate Environment, Health and Safety (EHS) Group to understand and aid in execution of Vollrath's EHS programs and corporate initiatives for safety improvements.
• Act as a Safety & Environmental resource and promote a safety culture through regular communication, safety meetings, and awareness campaigns.
• Perform Safety Audits, Observations, and risk assessments to identify occupational hazards.
• Manage Observation Tracker and Safety Action Register.
• Participate with incident investigation driving to identify true root cause and aid in administration of corrective action measures.
• Coach Team Members on effective investigation techniques to identify root cause and corrective action, leveraging root cause counter-measure (RCCM) methodology.
• Coordinate/Ensure completion of Incident Documentation.
• Partner with Operations Team to complete Key Corrective Action in a timely matter.
• Analyze safety data to identify trends and areas for improvement.
• Maintain working knowledge in operations, including but not limited to: Lockout/Tagout, Machine Guarding, Confined Space, Personal Protective Equipment, chemical usage, ventilation requirements.
• Help facilitate industrial hygiene monitoring, as required, and coordinate corrective action in the event an unsafe exposure exists.
• Work with Engineering and Corporate EHS on Environment & Safety (E&S) Management of Change processes, including new equipment safety checklist, red tag process and new occupancy/renovation evaluation.
• Coordinate and conduct supervisory and employee training programs, both site specific as well as Vollrath's regulatory required safety training programs.
• Coordinate employee health services related to hearing conservation, attaining prescription safety eyewear, and respiratory protection.
• Support the location's quality of work life with respect to operational, safety and environmental initiatives and lead the team to safety success.
• Display dedication to safety and environmental concerns in the performance of daily duties.

Requirements

• A minimum of a Bachelor's Degree in one of the engineering sciences or the equivalent in work experience and specialized training.
• 5 years of work experience desired.
• Must be a leader.
• Ability to develop and effectively facilitate training.
• Have a proficient understanding of OSHA/ANSI compliance.