HEALTH & SAFETY SPECIALIST

Packaging-Corporation-of-America; Virginia; Sur place; USD 70 000 - 88 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance

401k with company match

Retirement Savings Plan

Educational Assistance Program

11 paid holidays

Vacation time – 3 weeks

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Résumé du poste

Packaging Corporation of America is seeking a Health and Safety Specialist for the Gladstone, VA facility. You will develop and implement accident prevention programs, conduct site safety audits, and drive OSHA/compliance initiatives across multiple plants.

The role involves leading safety committees, delivering trainings, coordinating incident investigations, and maintaining records to support a strong safety culture at PCA. EMT certification is a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in industrial engineering, environmental engineering, occupational health and safety, or a related field.
• 2 years’ experience in the safety field preferred; manufacturing experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of safety compliance software and Microsoft Office.
• Familiar with calibration of safety equipment (noise meters, light meters, anemometer).
• Knowledge of OSHA standards, EPA regulations and industrial hygiene practices.
• Strong communication skills with all levels in the company.
• Certified EMT would be a plus.

Responsabilités

• Participate in the mill-wide safety committee and Emergency Response team.
• Develop, update, and deliver safety training programs across facilities.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA and related safety laws.
• Work with the Site Worker Compensation Administrator on claims.
• Identify hazards and implement corrective measures.
• Lead incident investigations and audits of safety practices.
• Prepare reports and maintain records on safety activities.
• Support Emergency Operations Team training and equipment needs.
• Implement hazardous waste control and disposal programs.

Connaissances

Safety training

OSHA knowledge

Communication

Teamwork

Formation

Bachelor’s degree in industrial engineering, environmental engineering, occupational health and safety, or a related field

Outils

Safety software

Microsoft Office

Noise meters

Light meters

Anemometer

Description du poste

We are seeking resumes for a Health and Safety Specialist at our Gladstone VA. Riverville Paper Mill.

Position Summary:

The Health and Safety Specialist is responsible for developing and implementing programs for accident prevention, conducting site safety audits; making recommendations for compliance with regulations pertaining to occupational and environmental safety, health and fire prevention, and working with employees to implement accident prevention measures.

Dimensions:

This position would report to a Safety Supervisor or Manager either at a PCA location or the corporate office.

Principle Accountabilities:

• Participate in the mill-wide safety committee and the Emergency Response team to implement and improve corporate safety programs.
• Coordinate, develop, update, and deliver safety training programs to employees at multiple facilities on safety procedures associated with operations, equipment and materials.
• Implements corporate safety policies to comply with OSHA and other safety and health laws.
• Works with the Site Worker Compensation Administrator to manage Work Compensation Claims.
• Recognize hazardous conditions and unsafe acts and their cause and make appropriate corrective measures.
• Respond quickly and appropriately in emergency situations.
• Coordinate and audit plant incident investigation process.
• Lead audit teams to identify pre-accident trends, determine compliance with established safety/health procedures and recommend appropriate actions. Perform follow up on corrective actions.
• Conduct routine analysis of work processes for potential hazards, verify materials and equipment used meets standards, reviews equipment maintenance procedures and ensures preventive maintenance schedules are properly defined.
• Facilitate meetings including safety team meetings, problem solving teams/meetings, and EHS planning meetings. Facilitate and manage plant safety committee activities.
• Keep accurate and timely records and deliver reports by scheduled deadlines.
• Participate in all aspects of the Plant Emergency Operations Team (40+ employees), including but not limited to, training, equipment requirements & distributions along with OSHA compliance.
• Maintains adequate records and prepares reports for management with recommendations for appropriate actions.
• Implement hazardous waste control and disposal activities including training, collection, disposal, and records maintenance, as well as conservation programs within the organization.
• Know and follow policies and procedures of the company, share information that would benefit other members of the team and find ways to improve the delivery of service to our customers.
• Strive to continually strengthen PCA’s business philosophy of meeting needs and exceeding expectations for customers specifically supporting PCA’s Commitment to Service which involves doing what’s right for our customers, focusing on strategies that add value and support growth, and keeping the promises that we make.

Position Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree with a major in industrial engineering, environmental engineering, occupational health and safety, or a related field.
• 2 years’ experience in the safety field preferred. Experience within the manufacturing environment is preferred.
• Strong working knowledge of safety compliance software as well as Microsoft Office required.
• Familiar with and able to use and calibrate safety-related equipment, i.e., noise level meters, light meters, anemometer, etc.
• Knowledge of OSHA standards, Workers Comp Laws, EPA regulations and industrial hygiene practices.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to interface effectively with all levels within the company as well as organizations outside PCA
• Capable of preparing and presenting training sessions to all levels of mill employees on topics related to occupational safety and health.
• Certified EMT would be a plus
• Speak effectively and make use of audiovisual aids.
• Previous experience working in a team environment preferred, or a strong understanding of the importance of open communication and information sharing among co-workers
• Effective problem identification and resolution skills

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:

Starting salary range for position: $70,400-$88,000.
Excellent Medical, Dental, and Vision

401k with company matching

Retirement Savings Plan

Educational Assistance Program

11 paid holidays

Vacation Time – 3 weeks

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)