Safety Specialist

Packaging Corporation of America • Counce, TN

8d • Onsite

About The Position

The purpose of this position is to, under general direction of the Manager of Health and Safety, develop and implement sustainable processes for accident prevention; conduct site safety audits; make recommendations for compliance with regulations pertaining to occupational and environmental safety, health and fire prevention; and work with employees and managers to implement mitigation measures.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in industrial hygiene/occupational safety management, industrial or environmental engineering, or related science field
• Knowledge of OSHA standards, Workers Comp Laws, EPA regulations and industrial hygiene practices.
• Demonstrates proficient oral and written communication skills.
• Capable of preparing and presenting training sessions to all levels of mill employees on topics related to occupational safety and health.
• Experience using Microsoft Excell, Outlook, PowerPoint, Word and Project
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills, strong planning and follow-up skills
• Organizational / Business skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-oriented environment, prioritize assignments and handle multiple projects and/or request concurrently

Nice To Haves

• 5+ years of experience in industrial/chemical manufacturing
• Seeking certification toward becoming a Certified Safety Professional

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate safety as a core value and establish a safe work environment by actively leading safe work practices.
• Work with internal and external resources to conduct safety inspections; track, trend and follow up on recommendations to ensure opportunities are resolved.
• Develop and implement safety curriculum and education of employees.
• Conduct incident, injury and property loss investigations and develop action plans as necessary.
• Recognize hazardous conditions and unsafe acts and their cause and make appropriate corrective measures.
• Evaluate and monitor workplace exposure to chemicals, dust and noise.
• Develop and manage the implementation of safety policies and procedures in assigned areas of responsibility.
• Work with mill wide safety committees and other teams to improve the safety culture of the mill.
• Maintain knowledge of corporate, division, state and federal rules, regulations and labor agreements.
• Carry out additional functions delegated by management team.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level