Manages OSHA Record Keeping and Reporting Requirements

Title: Health, Safety and Training Coordinator
Department: Operations
Reports to: Director of Manufacturing

Summary: This position is responsible for the planning, establishing, implementing, and maintenance of a variety of health, safety, environmental and training programs to ensure the highest possible degree of safety for employees. The successful candidate will be a self-starting leader who enjoys the challenges of daily involvement with an operation and maintenance team. Key Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
(not in order of importance)

Basic Duties Include:

·  Ensures that federal, state and local laws, regulations, rules and codes are observed.

·  Manages OSHA record keeping and reporting requirements.

·  In partnership with HR team, conducts and documents new employee safety training.

·  Develops and administers safety incentive award programs.

·  Represents TM in dealings with loss control consultants, staffing agencies, OSHA and other safety related regulatory agencies.

·  Conducts fire drills and emergency evacuations for all facilities.

·  Responds to employee suggestions concerning safety matters.

·  Assists employees with ergonomic needs, schedules ergonomic evaluations and follows up on recommendations.

·  Communicates WC loss prevention information and program status to management on a regular basis and works through management to accomplish risk-mitigation goals.

·  In partnership with HR and management, develops and implements emergency action plan and crisis management program.

·  Must work in a safe manner and comply with all health, safety, security and emergency requirements that are communicated, whether established by manager, by the company or by law.

·  Must comply with all Company policies communicated through your Employee Manual, trainings, notice boards or other postings, or by a member of management.

·  Utilize new technology and Lean manufacturing principles and processes available to maximize safety.

·  Maintain the IIPP and Safety Manual and develop site-specific policies.

·  Establishes companywide procedures for maintaining up-to-date SDS manuals.

·  Monitor, revise, and implement ongoing updates in safety regulations and reporting by working closely with legal.

·  Produce monthly metrics reports and report results at the monthly meeting.

·  Purchase all safety supplies, products or training items required.

·  Provide leadership and participation in monthly Safety Committee meetings.

·  Work with the Process Engineer on the development and maintenance of the operator training program.

·  Attends cross-functional meetings as needed.

·  Must have a flexible schedule in order to work different shifts as required and to work weekends to support operation in a 24/7 facility.

·  Other duties as assigned.

Detailed Duties Include:

·  Maintains thorough knowledge of OSHA regulations; maintains up-to-date knowledge of safety codes and regulations; distributes and/or posts new or revised safety standards that affect the company.

·  Ensures that all incidents are promptly and correctly reported, investigated and effective measures are taken to prevent reoccurrence. Reports accidents to HR.

·  Develops and maintains a proactive Return to Work Program; coordinates with appropriate supervisors/managers and insurance representatives to identify and develop suitable temporary limited-duty assignments for injured employees to perform during the recovery process.

·  Recognizes safety training needs; develops and coordinates training programs designed to instruct employees in general safe-work practices, plus specific instruction with regard to hazards that are unique to any job assignment. Ensures compliance with OSHA required training.

·  Conducts weekly/monthly, safety audits, including machine guarding, fall protection compliance, employee safety observations and gap assessments; coordinates with Operations team to ensure that JSAs (Job Safety Analyses) are completed prior to commissioning of new equipment, or changes to existing equipment or procedures.

·  Reviews and analyzes all data related to work related accidents, incidents and near misses; determines problem areas and corrective actions; assists with on-site investigations of incident/accidents.

·  Develop controls for identified hazards; coordinates the implementation of controls from result of hazard analysis. Measures and evaluates the effectiveness of the hazard control system, policies, and procedures and recommends changes that reflect improved opportunities to eliminate work-place accidents (ie. noise monitoring and hearing conservation, confined space entry and personal protective equipment requirements).

·  Must comply with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), and any/all established processes, whether established by manager, by the company or by law, as well as assist with the communication, training, and enforcement of these.

Other Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

·  Possess a high level of technical expertise, ability to apply skills to continuous process improvement while maintaining maximum levels of safety.

·  Comprehensive and current knowledge of federal, state, and local laws governing safety rules and regulations.

·  Knowledge of current GMPs

·  Certified First Aid/CPR

·  Bilingual, English/Spanish a plus

·  Ability to build trust and confidence with employees at all levels; be understanding of diverse personalities; maintain a high level of confidentiality

·  Ability to convey ideas clearly and concisely with all employees at all levels in English and Spanish, in both written and verbal communications, and to act as a key team player within TM or Operations Department’s management staff

·  Ability to communicate effectively both written and verbally, with all employees, inspectors and auditors, vendors, and certifying agencies

·  Strong organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills

·  Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook Calendar

·  Ability to troubleshoot problems related to your area of responsibility

·  Ability to work calmly under pressure and use sound judgment to make quality decisions

·  Ability to perform with a high level of professionalism in a dynamic diverse environment

·  Ability to develop and guide teams with a positive disposition and high quality work ethic

·  Must be organized, flexible and enjoy the challenges of a diverse team and programs

·  Must possess strong listening skills and a strong attention to detail

·  Must be self-motivated

·  Willingness to help in urgent situations and participate in company, team and community building events

·  Schedule flexibility – Due to business needs, priorities and/or schedule may change

Education:

·  Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 5-years related experience in safety, environmental, health and employee training management role in food manufacturing.

Experience:

·  Professional designation of Certified Safety Professional (CSP), and/or Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH), preferred but not required.

·  Physical Requirements:
Able to stand/walk/sit for long periods of time

·  Able to work in a warehouse and office environment

Application Process:

If you are interested in the position, please email your resume and application to .