Industrial Hygiene & Safety Specialist

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

[Industrial Hygiene]

Identify potential hazards in the workplace through observation, measurement, and analysis.
Conduct exposure assessments to determine the level of risk posed by various hazards.
Use specialized equipment to measure and monitor levels of contaminants, noise, radiation, and other hazardous agents.
Collect samples of air, water, and other substances for analysis in laboratory settings.
Analyze collected data to assess exposure levels and compare them with regulatory standards and guidelines.
Interpret findings to recommend appropriate control measures and corrective actions.
Develop and implement strategies to control and reduce exposure to hazards.
Advise on engineering controls, administrative controls, and personal protective equipment (PPE) necessary to minimize risk.
Provide training and guidance to employees on workplace hazards and safe practices.
Collaborate with management and workers to promote awareness and compliance with safety protocols.
Maintain accurate records of assessments, findings, and corrective actions taken.
Prepare comprehensive reports detailing findings, recommendations, and compliance status.
Stay updated on federal, state, and local regulations related to occupational health and safety.
Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and participate in inspections and audits as needed.

[Health and safety management]

Establish safety management plan for new plant construction and installation of manufacturing facilities
Inspection of production equipment and facilities according to the company and OSHA registrations; Provision of the OSHA and relevant legal requirements, making inspection checklist, conduct inspections and report the results
Develop, and facilitate safety training to new shop floor employees and supervisors
Identify and develop good working relationships with federal, state and local authorities (i.e., safety agencies, fire departments, etc.)
Establish and conduct health and safety procedures and process based on ISO45001
Develop and implement Health and Safety programs and activities for the facility to achieve, maintain and exceed compliance with relevant regulatory laws and regulations as well as comply with standards and procedures
Reinforce safe work practices with team leaders and Team Members
Work with team leaders and manufacturing engineering team & shop operation team to resolve safety issues in all areas
Participate in investigations and root cause analysis of incidents; facilitate the completion of reports; analyze incidents to identify trends; implement corrective actions; assure lessons learned are shared and preventive actions are closed and documented.
Providing information for Workers Compensation requests (incident investigations)
Develop and conduct effective and appropriate health & safety training and assure compliance with regulatory training requirements.
Establish long and short-term health and safety strategy plan

Qualifications & Preferences

Minimum:

Bachelor’s degree in Safety Science or related field
3+ years of job-related experience. (Manufacturing plant experience)
Extensive knowledge of OSHA, NFPA, ANSI and EPA regulations and reporting requirements.
Experience to establish and operate EHS procedures and process based on ISO45001
Excellent written and verbal communication, analytical, problem solving and human relations skills
Experience with hazard assessment, exposure monitoring, and control measures.
Proficiency in using monitoring equipment and data analysis tools.
Strong organizational and systems implementation.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Proficient in MS Office products.

Preferred:

Experience of EHS management for new plant startup PJT
Job related experience in Automotive Industry
Experience with establishing or using EHS IT system

Competency Based:

Working With a Team
Planning and Organizing
Problem Solving
Communication
Strategic thinking and mindset
Willingness for transformational changes
Flexibility

Travel Requirement

Domestic / International travel required.

Working Hours (Shift) Requirement

Shift assignment for this position may change to meet the business needs.
Any changes will be communicated to employees and according to accommodation; will be considered.

Peak Safety Performance, LLC

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