Safety Specialist

Georgia-Pacific; Green Bay (WI); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Georgia-Pacific Green Bay Operations is seeking a qualified Safety Specialist to support all Green Bay operations. This salaried role reports to the Manager of Safety & Health Services at the Green Bay Broadway Mill and focus on OSHA/GP compliance, risk assessments, and safety training.

You will help establish safe work practices, perform HIRA, support audits, and coach employees on corporate safety objectives while maintaining a visible safety presence in the field.

Qualifications

• Identify hazards and evaluate risk in equipment, processes, and operations.
• Develop prioritized strategies and metrics to monitor safety progress and performance.
• Experience implementing fundamental safety programs (Industrial Hygiene, Confined Space, Lockout/Tagout, Machine Guarding, Contractor Safety).
• Lead safety training and support audits, inspections, and government interactions.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without visa sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Identify hazards and evaluate risk in existing or future equipment, processes, and operations.
• Ensure facilities have prioritized, actionable strategies and effective metrics to monitor safety and health progress and performance.
• Enhance the development and implementation of fundamental safety programs (Industrial Hygiene, Confined Space, Machine Guarding, etc.).
• Work with Safety & Health programs, including training and compliance ownership.
• Provide visible safety presence in the field with operations, maintenance, and contractor groups.
• Perform Hazard Identification Risk Assessments (HIRA).
• Support safety audits, inspections and interactions with government agencies.

Skills

Hazard identification

Risk assessment

Safety leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher in Safety/Engineering

Job description

Georgia-Pacific Green Bay Operationsis seeking a qualified individual to consider for aSafety Specialistrole. Thissalaried position will report to the Manager of Safety & Health Services at the Green Bay Broadway Mill and support all Green Bay operations. Specifically, this position assists in OSHA/GP compliance, industrial hygiene, contractor safety activities, risk assessments, loss prevention, machine safeguarding, safety training, and other safety compliance standards as assigned. The employee who aligns with our company values will find fulfillment in being a role model and coach for other employees regarding compliance and achievement of corporate safety objectives.

Our Team

The Green Bay Broadway Mill manufactures and distributes leading commercial and retail brands of paper products (bath tissue, napkins, and towels). The mill has approximately 900 employees and 600 business support employees who provideengineering, transportation, data processing, and customer services. Every day,GPemployees and products helpmaintaina strong, stable economy in Northeastern Wisconsin.

• Identify hazards and evaluate risk in existing or future equipment, processes, and operations
• Ensure facilities have prioritized, actionable strategies and effective metrics to monitor safety and health progress and performance
• Enhance the capability in the development and implementation of fundamental safety programs. Fundamental programs include, but are not limited to Industrial Hygiene, Confined Space, Lock Tag Verify, Machine Guarding, Contractor Safety Management Program, Fall Protection, Incident Investigation, Mobile Equipment, Cranes and Rigging, Personal Protective Equipment, and Work Permits
• Work with all aspects of Safety & Health programs, including training, continuous improvement, compliance standard ownership, and subject matter expertise
• Provide a visible safety presence in the field with operations, maintenance, and contractor work groups
• Perform Hazard Identification Risk Assessments (HIRA) and other risk assessments
• Support safety audits, inspections and interactions with government agencies

Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Safety, Contractor Safety, Industrial Hygiene, or EngineeringORThree (3) or more years working experience in a safety & health, engineering, or leadership role
• Safety experience in a manufacturing or industrial facility
• Must have legal authorization to work permanently in the United States for any employer without requiring a visa transfer or visa sponsorship

What Will Put You Ahead

• Professional Safety Certifications (i.e. GSP, ASP, CSP, and others)
• Knowledge of OSHA 1910, OSHA 1926, NFPA Codes, ANSI
• Safety Certificates or Safety classes
• Experience and knowledge in recognizing and mitigating hazards
• Experience establishing sustainable systems for compliance and continuous improvement

Hiring Philosophy

All Koch companies value diversity of thought, perspectives, aptitudes, experiences, and backgrounds. We are Military Ready and Second Chance employers. Learn more about our hiring philosophy here .

Who We Are

As a Koch company and a leading manufacturer of bath tissue, paper towels, paper-based packaging, cellulose, specialty fibers, building products, and much more, Georgia-Pacific works to meet evolving needs of customers worldwide with quality products. In addition to the products we make, we operate one of the largest recycling businesses. Our more than 30,000 employees in over 150 locations are empowered to innovate every day –to make everyday products even better.

At Koch, employees are empowered to do what they do best to make life better. Learn how our business philosophy helps employees unleash their potential while creating value for themselves and the company.

Our goal is for each employee, and their families, to live fulfilling and healthy lives. We provide essential resources and support to build and maintain physical, financial, and emotional strength - focusing on overall wellbeing so you can focus on what matters most.

• Our benefits plan includes - medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, ADD, disability, retirement, paid vacation/time off, educational assistance, and may also include infertility assistance, paid parental leave and adoption assistance.

Specific eligibility criteria is set by the applicable Summary Plan Description, policy or guideline and benefits may vary by geographic region.

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