Health And Safety Coordinator

Devro; Swansea (SC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturer in the food industry is seeking a Health and Safety Coordinator to foster a strong safety culture, implement health and safety activities, and ensure compliance with regulations. The role requires collaboration with management and employees to achieve a zero-accident culture. Candidates should possess safety-related experience and a creative mindset.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Qualifications

• 5-10 years of safety-related experience is essential.
• Safety certifications (e.g., ASP, OHST, SMS) are desirable.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate improvement on all leading and lagging safety indicators.
• Manage workers' compensation claims and liaise with insurers.
• Coordinate safety, health, and rehabilitation reporting.

Skills

Communication

Organizational Skills

Creative Mindset

Education

Bachelor’s degree in health & safety

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

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As one of the world’s leading manufacturers of collagen products for the food industry, supplying high-quality edible films and coatings to over 1,000 customers in more than 100 countries, our teams are the most important drivers of our continued success. Our products are primarily used in sausage and meat production, but our aspirations extend beyond current offerings, driven by our natural curiosity to improve.

We are committed to the pursuit of better. Constantly exploring what is next, what is needed, and what is possible now and in the future. We want you to grow with us – ignite your curiosity and your commitment to your career.

Purpose of role

As the Health and Safety Coordinator, you will be responsible for fostering a strong site safety culture and performance. You will review, develop, and implement all activities related to Occupational Health and Safety. You will also work with management and employees to establish a visible safety profile and ensure safety-related outcomes are achieved.

Along with knowledge and experience in occupational health and safety, you should have a creative mindset and enjoy collaborating to develop effective internal training and development systems to achieve OSHA compliance.

Duties and responsibilities:

• Demonstrate improvement on all leading and lagging safety indicators
• Adhere to Health & Safety, PSM, and training plans
• Improve injury rates year on year to foster a zero-accident culture at Devro
• Maintain and continuously improve the existing H&S Management System, ensuring legislative compliance
• Manage safety systems, document control, and record keeping to meet legislative requirements and internal controls
• Oversee incident reporting, investigation, root cause analysis, corrective actions, and feedback
• Manage workers' compensation claims, liaising with insurers, medical professionals, and rehabilitation services
• Initiate safety awareness programs and promote health and safety initiatives
• Participate actively in risk assessment processes to ensure realistic and effective controls
• Provide guidance and support to ensure a safe workplace environment
• Assist departments in conducting risk assessments and hazard controls
• Coordinate safety, health, and rehabilitation reporting, ensuring compliance with Life Saving Rules
• Provide administrative support to the H&S Manager and perform ad hoc duties as needed

Required skills, knowledge, and experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in health & safety or related field is desirable but not essential
• 5-10 years of safety-related experience is essential
• Experience with Workers' Compensation and PSM is highly desirable
• Safety certifications (e.g., ASP, OHST, SMS) are desirable; willingness to obtain further safety qualifications is essential
• Excellent communication and influencing skills across all organizational levels
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Strong administrative and organizational skills
• Creative mindset and compassionate approach are highly desirable
• Knowledge of OSHA and life safety regulations
• Ability to interpret and apply health and safety legislation and policies

Seniority level

• Associate

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Supply Chain and Other

Industries

• Food and Beverage Manufacturing

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Inferred benefits from this description

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

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