Safety Specialist

Anchor Hocking•Lancaster, OH

4h•Onsite

About The Position

Anchor Hocking Company is a global industry leader in glass tabletop and houseware manufacturing. Since 1905, we have perfected preparation, presentation, and preservation in product categories such as dinnerware, food storage, drinkware, barware, bakeware, serveware, pantry, mix & measure, cutlery and more across iconic brands such as Corelle, Anchor Hocking, Corningware, and Chicago Cutlery. We are one of the most recognizable glassware brands in the world. We do it by merging beauty, durability, and functionality. The results are products homes really need – made to use and made to last. All designed, marketed, and manufactured right here in the USA. Welcome to Anchor Hocking: discover the genius of utility. The Safety Specialist will lead, direct and support Lancaster operations for safety system improvements, regulations, and security to ensure compliance with Federal, State and local requirements. The Safety Specialist will partner with all site Managers to establish goals, programs and objectives to drive a culture of safety. This role will partner with Environmental and HR Leaders to enhance and establish programs and policies that are consistent with Anchor Hocking’s cultural values. This key position reports directly to the Director, Corporate EHS.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree/Associate degree in a related field with at least two (2) years of related safety experience, preferred.
Certified in First Aid & CPR (or obtain in first 90 days)
Ability to occasionally work irregular hours as needed
Demonstrated practical experience in safety process improvement and statutory requirements
Excellent computer skills including MS Office
Demonstrated experience in Human Performance Improvement
Experience interacting with local, state and federal regulatory agencies
Ability to interpret and apply OSHA regulations on a practical basis
Strong written and verbal communication skills with the demonstrated ability to communicate successfully with multiple levels within an organization
Demonstrated skills in the area of partnering with operational groups to develop and achieve strategic safety goals
OSHA 30-hr accreditation preferred or willingness to obtain
Must possess valid driver’s license

Nice To Haves

ASP or CSP certifications
Prior glass manufacturing experience a plus

Responsibilities

Responsible for safety oversight of one (1) manufacturing facility and one (1) Distribution Center
Develop and implement proactive safety plans and programs to provide for the safety and health of all site employees
Drive an Injury Free Mindset across all site functions
Communicate all incidents to Corporate HSE and Site Director with incident info, root cause, corrective action, and follow up
Drive Root Cause and hold management accountable to immediate corrective action
Demonstrates ability to analyze and recommend enhancements to business process
Ensure compliance to all regulatory agencies – Federal, state and local
Promote, communicate, and drive safety performance improvement through training, programs and policies
Meet all Safety goals and objectives via Safety Systems and Key-Performance-Indicators Breakthrough Leadership in particular TIR
Perform routine activities with minimum direction
Results driven and focused on continuous improvement
Works with HR to administer the Workers Compensation program to ensure reduction in frequency and severity of claims, as well as timely follow-up with employees and filing incident reports
Demonstrates ability to identify problems that are beyond normal routine
Demonstrates ability and desire to seek out opportunities and embrace new ideas and approaches
Role model and champion of company’s values and principals
Change agent of culture and processes generating a high performing operating team
Creating positive and collaborative relationships with bargaining unit employees
Supports other duties and projects as assigned