Safety Specialist

reliance•Memphis, TN

25d

About The Position

This role is part of the Safety job family and supports strategies, processes, and program development to promote and achieve a safe and healthy working environment. The position conducts safety compliance audits, develops corrective action plans, supports accident prevention and investigation, monitors injury and incident metrics, and helps locations comply with OSHA recordkeeping requirements. It also works with onsite management and employees to build operational ownership and a company-wide culture of safety.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
2–5 years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education and safety or operations experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Knowledge of data analytics, OSHA compliance, safety practices, and key trends.
Ability to multitask, prioritize, and manage time effectively.
Ability to exercise discretion when handling sensitive information.
Excellent oral and written communication skills, including the ability to convey messages in innovative and engaging ways across the organization.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
Ability to make sound decisions based on analysis, knowledge, experience, and judgment.
Ability to initiate and maintain cooperative relationships with coworkers and build trust and open communication across the organization.
Strong computer proficiency and working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of Reliance Steel & Aluminum Co.'s policies and procedures for Safety & Environmental Health.

Responsibilities

Conduct safety compliance audits against OSHA General Industry regulations 29 CFR Parts 1902, 1903, 1904, and 1910, and Reliance Steel & Aluminum Co. safety and environmental health policies and procedures.
Prepare Corrective Action Reports based on audit findings, prioritize action plans and follow-up, and monitor corrective actions through completion.
Coordinate, support, educate, and train onsite management in developing and implementing safety processes and techniques as needed.
Promote and assist with accident prevention programs, accident investigations, and root cause analysis or determination to support effective corrective action.
Monitor OSHA-recordable accidents and injuries, incident rates, and severity rates monthly.
Assist management with follow-up evaluations of progress on corrective actions when required.
Develop and implement site-specific training programs to reduce workplace accidents.
Assist locations with properly recording workplace injuries on OSHA 300 logs.
Promote a company-wide safety culture through management engagement, employee coaching, and commitment to employee safety.
Adhere to and ensure compliance with applicable safety and quality standards.
Perform other duties and responsibilities assigned by management.