Safety Specialist (Rock Springs, WY)

Simplot • Rock Springs, WY

11d • Onsite

About The Position

This role works under general supervision. Follows established procedures. Work is reviewed for soundness of technical judgment and overall adequacy. Develops, implements, and evaluates phases of programs and procedures to assure personnel and facility safety. Key Responsibilities Works with internal personnel in integrating programs. Measures and documents compliance programs/efforts.   Develops and implements phases of programs and record keeping systems to track and evaluate personnel injury and illness experience. Participates in monitoring and controlling the company’s safety standards in accordance with OSHA and State regulations.    Conducts trend analysis, audits, accident investigations, and site inspections of operational procedures, facility design, equipment, and materials. Analyzes data in compliance with current regulations and makes appropriate recommendations to prevent new or recurring accidents.    Develops and conducts phases of employee training, emergency preparedness, and quality assurance programs. Evaluates and approves routine material and equipment requisition, new and modified processes, and non-routine work. Must be able to utilize a computer and navigate different programs and software to complete necessary responsibilites required of this position.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree (B.A. or B.S.) from a 4 year college or university
• 3+ years related experience and/or training
• Possess or be willing to pursue progressive certifications through the Board of Certified Safety Professionals.

Nice To Haves

• Industrial Hygiene Experience preferred
• Preference may be given to candidates who already hold one or more of these certifications such as Occupational Health & Safety Technologist (OHST), or Associate Safety Professional/Certified Safety Professional (ASP/CSP).
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Works with internal personnel in integrating programs.
• Measures and documents compliance programs/efforts.
• Develops and implements phases of programs and record keeping systems to track and evaluate personnel injury and illness experience.
• Participates in monitoring and controlling the company’s safety standards in accordance with OSHA and State regulations.
• Conducts trend analysis, audits, accident investigations, and site inspections of operational procedures, facility design, equipment, and materials.
• Analyzes data in compliance with current regulations and makes appropriate recommendations to prevent new or recurring accidents.
• Develops and conducts phases of employee training, emergency preparedness, and quality assurance programs.
• Evaluates and approves routine material and equipment requisition, new and modified processes, and non-routine work.
• Must be able to utilize a computer and navigate different programs and software to complete necessary responsibilites required of this position.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees