Safety Specialist

DigiKey•Thief River Falls, MN

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The Safety Specialist supports the assessment of organizational needs and the design, implementation, and evaluation of programs to ensure a safe work environment for all DigiKey employees. The role provides an onsite presence and serves as a point of contact for workplace safety. It is an essential onsite role requiring regular onsite attendance. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 1:30 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. The base pay range is $23.00 to $31.75. The position requires authorization to work in the U.S. without current or future employment-based immigration sponsorship. It may also be eligible for shift and/or skill pay differential in addition to the pay rate.

Requirements

At least 3 years of experience in a similar or equivalent role.
OSHA 10 and OSHA 30 credentials; these can be obtained while in the role.
Knowledge of DigiKey's functions, how they work together, the industry DigiKey operates in, and DigiKey's impact and responsibility to the community; this knowledge can be obtained in the role.
Ability to represent the DigiKey brand and its principles.
Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment-based immigration sponsorship, now or in the future.
Ability to perform repetitive motions involving or affecting the hands, head, and other body parts.
Ability to walk or stand on concrete for 8–10 hours.
Ability to twist or bend and occasionally climb stairs.
Ability to reach with hands and arms above shoulder level.

Responsibilities

Review, evaluate, and analyze work environments to ensure health and safety programs control, eliminate, and prevent injuries.
Participate in facility inspections to enforce adherence to laws and regulations governing health and safety.
Investigate incidents to identify causes and recommend measures to protect workers and prevent future accidents.
Investigate conditions that could affect employee health, comfort, or performance.
Assist with safety training and education programs, including required training conducted in cooperation with first-line supervisors.
Inspect specified areas to ensure fire-prevention, safety, and first-aid supply equipment is present.
Enter confidential and non-confidential information into company software systems and databases.
Update and maintain company emergency, crisis-management, and preparedness programs and procedures.
Recommend improvements to physical plants, machinery, equipment, raw materials, and personal protective equipment to management and the Manager, Safety.
Develop and maintain corporate documentation for appropriate standards.
Promote safety and health policies and procedures and provide resources to improve or maintain employee health and safety.
Identify, evaluate, and document workplace hazards.
Assist in establishing methods and procedures to correct unsafe conditions and work practices.
Assist with accident and injury investigations and follow-ups.
Assist the Manager, Safety with safety reviews for assigned locations alongside the leadership team.
Seek and provide feedback on employee safety suggestions and concerns.
Document and follow up on facility safety inspections and walkthroughs using inspection schedules and checklists.
Assist the Manager, Safety in creating and maintaining safety programs, including the Medical Response Team (MRT), Safety Committee, PDC Safety, and HazMat Team for assigned locations.
Perform other duties as assigned, including possible reallocation of efforts to other organizations based on business needs and management requests.