Specialist, Safety Manufacturing

Hershey Company; Lancaster (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in the food manufacturing sector is seeking a dedicated Specialist in Safety Manufacturing. This role is pivotal in ensuring the safety and compliance of the Lancaster plant, which produces beloved licorice products. You will lead the development and implementation of safety policies, conduct training, and perform compliance inspections. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in occupational safety regulations and a passion for fostering a safe working environment. Join a team that values safety and continuous improvement, and contribute to the well-being of employees while maintaining high production standards. If you are ready to make a significant impact in a dynamic manufacturing setting, this opportunity is for you.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Safety or related field preferred.
• 3 to 5 years’ experience in heavy manufacturing EHS program management.

Responsibilities

• Lead safety policy development and compliance training programs.
• Conduct safety inspections and audits to ensure regulatory compliance.

Skills

Knowledge of OSHA regulations

Document management skills

Verbal and written communication

Problem-solving skills

Observation and auditing skills

Leadership skills

Training development skills

Flexibility and adaptability

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Occupational/Industrial Safety

Equivalent related work experience

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

SAP EH&S

SAP PM

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Specialist, Safety Manufacturing

Posted Date: Feb 13, 2025

Requisition Number: 124363

Job Location: Lancaster, PA

This position will be posted internally until the close of business on 02/21.

Summary:

The Hershey Company Y&S Lancaster plant is a non-Union plant that produces licorice products such as Twizzlers, Nibs, and Pull & Peel in a high-speed complex environment.

Responsibilities:

Compliance:

• Provide leadership for developing and implementing specific safety policies and programs. Maintain technical proficiency and serve as plant resource for EH&S program areas that deliver technical understanding to non-technical audiences. Develop and deliver effective safety training programs to any level in the organization. To attain compliance, provide technical guidance on complex safety issues to BU Leaders, supervisors, and other functional teams.

Auditing:

• Perform or coordinate compliance inspections of safety procedures, equipment, and programs to ensure compliance with appropriate regulatory requirements and risk reduction management. Report on findings and work with plant management to develop action plans to address deficiencies. Support plant management and other safety staff to ensure action plans are implemented, and the necessary follow-up occurs. Review new equipment installation designs and plans for compliance with established standards such as OSHA, ANSI, NFPA, etc.
• Independently execute investigation and analysis of incidents to identify root cause and to verify satisfactory completion of corrective actions. Initiate appropriate corrective and preventative action plans, communicate findings, and follow up to verify effective results of corrective actions. Collaborate and assist BU Leaders and supervisors in determining resolutions and implementing corrective actions that meet the needs of the BU and prevent incident reoccurrence. Document data using various computer support systems (e.g., SAP EH&S, SharePoint, MS Excel).

Safety Management System & Continuous Improvement:

• Assist with developing, implementing, and monitoring Safety Management System aspects and written program documentation. Conduct regular written program reviews and prepare and own updates. Perform regular internal audits and document, report findings, and follow up on non-conformances. Participate in/lead verification and validation activities that demonstrate an effective safety management system at the facility.

Project / Business Unit Support:

• Drive continuous improvement by utilizing Safety program elements such as the Near Miss Program, Corrective Action initiatives, work orders, QDR, Pre-start reviews for engineering projects, and other risk reduction programs. The Champions First Aid team prepares documents as necessary. Lead and/or participate in multifunctional improvement teams to provide safety guidance and safety problem-solving. Interact with project managers to ensure safety issues are identified early in the project design and development process and are evaluated and addressed.

Training:

• Create and implement training programs and informational materials to convey safety policies and procedures for new hire orientation, ongoing regulatory requirements, and specialized training. Various learning management styles and verification techniques ensure employee duplication of training material understanding.

Skills and Experience:

• Detailed working knowledge of federal, state, and local occupational safety industry regulations and guidelines (OSHA, EPA, L&I, other).
• Strong document management skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and excellent interpersonal skills.
• Strong problem-solving/troubleshooting skills.
• Strong observation and auditing skills.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to influence and sustain EH&S change in facility culture. Unafraid to create successful and sustainable employee working relationships.
• Proficiency in computer programs/software such as Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, SAP EH&S, and SAP PM.
• Must be able to plan, prioritize, and complete multiple priorities with accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ability to self-lead and independently complete work tasks with effective results.
• Must be able to work well in a team environment but also have the ability to function independently.
• Must have strong employee training development and presentation skills.
• Flexibility is key in this role as priorities change quickly. Must be able to move between tasks and projects on short notice and quickly change priorities based on customer and department needs, while meeting project deadlines.
• Ability to function under various functional demands such as working flexible hours, climbing ladders to work platforms, climbing stairs to other work areas, lifting moderately heavy items such as test equipment or materials.

Minimum Requirements and Education:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Occupational/Industrial Safety, Safety Engineering, Human Factors, or other EH&S related field preferred. Equivalent related work experience that demonstrates professional EH&S skill set will be considered.
• Ability to qualify and attain Associate Safety Professional (ASP) within 2 years through the Board of Certified Safety Professionals.

Experience:

• Preference for 3 to 5 years’ experience in a heavy manufacturing environment related to EHS program management.
• Preference for food, food-related, or consumer packaged goods experience.
• Experience in Safety Management System (VPP, OHSAS 18001, ANSI Z10) is a plus.