Sr Safety Lead

Owens Corning; Newark (OH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Owens Corning in Newark, OH seeks a Senior Safety Lead to direct the development, implementation, and evaluation of safety programs on the plant floor, coaching employees and front-line leaders daily. As a key member of the site leadership team, you will align site goals with corporate safety objectives, lead injury prevention initiatives, and drive a world-class safety culture through training and cross-functional collaboration.

This role requires hands-on leadership and travel 5–10%.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in EH&S or related field is required.
• Professional certification (GSP, CSP or CMSE) is preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of safety leadership experience in manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Assess site safety controls and develop a strategic vision and tactical plan.
• Coach and develop plant personnel to grow Extraordinary Leaders in safety.
• Implement training programs and reinforce safety standards.
• Lead site safety initiatives and collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Ensure regulatory compliance and incident investigations are thorough.
• Drive ergonomics initiatives to reduce MSDs.

Skills

Safety leadership

Regulatory compliance

Ergonomics

Team coaching

Training delivery

Education

Bachelor's degree in EH&S

Professional certification (GSP, CSP, CMSE)

Job description

Description
A Newark Senior Safety Lead directs the development, implementation, and evaluation of critical processes, programs, and procedures to achieve goals, objectives, and continuous improvement related to health and safety. The successful candidate must spend significant time on the plant floor, engaging and coaching employees, front-line leaders, maintenance, and contractors on a daily basis. As an integral business leader on the plant leadership team, the Senior Safety Leader will provide information and guidance for activities relating to the site-wide safety objectives. This leader must ensure that site goals align with relevant business unit and corporate safety goals. The Senior Safety Lead works in a team environment to hold both the team and individuals accountable for injury/illness prevention, regulatory compliance and asset protection. This position reports directly to the Newark Site Environmental Health and Safety Leader.

Description
A Newark Senior Safety Lead directs the development, implementation, and evaluation of critical processes, programs, and procedures to achieve goals, objectives, and continuous improvement related to health and safety. The successful candidate must spend significant time on the plant floor, engaging and coaching employees, front-line leaders, maintenance, and contractors on a daily basis. As an integral business leader on the plant leadership team, the Senior Safety Leader will provide information and guidance for activities relating to the site-wide safety objectives. This leader must ensure that site goals align with relevant business unit and corporate safety goals. The Senior Safety Lead works in a team environment to hold both the team and individuals accountable for injury/illness prevention, regulatory compliance and asset protection. This position reports directly to the Newark Site Environmental Health and Safety Leader.

Responsibilities
The Senior Safety Lead will:

• Assess the level of controls in the assigned site and develop both a strategic vision and a prioritized tactical plan to reach the target state
• Develop skills and grow capabilities in the assigned facility, including:
• Coach, mentor, and re-direct personnel in the plant in order to develop Extraordinary Leaders
• Coach, mentor, and guide plant leadership from a safety perspective
• Develop and implement training programs in a coordinated effort with appropriate plant personnel
• Continually reinforce the company’s stand on safety and always recognize employee accomplishments and contributions
• Establish and accomplish aggressive personal, and facility goals that align with division and Owens Corning corporate goals. These goals must reflect our commitment to enhancing our safety culture and achieving a world-class safety management process.
• Participate as a member of the site’s leadership team and drive company-wide and BU EHS initiatives at the site.
• Participate in the site capital planning and review process including review of capital projects, safety design reviews for equipment/capital projects and reviews for process/equipment changes.
• Implement OC safety programs/standards and site-specific safety programs designed to reduce employee injuries and illnesses and improve site productivity. Analyze and assess safety trend data to drive safety action planning and resource allocation for the site. Ensure that occupational illnesses and injuries are immediately reported, thoroughly investigated (root cause analysis) and promptly addressed, consistent with corporate and BU standards and requirements.
• Drive ergonomics initiatives to reduce MSD illnesses/injuries.
• Implement wellness programs to meet site needs.

Job Requirements

• Bachelors degree in any field related to EH&S, such as industrial hygiene, engineering, science or equivalent.
• Professional certification preferred (GSP,CSP, CMSE for example)
• At least 5 years safety leadership experience required. Floor experience is highly desired.
• Hands-on safety leadership experience in a manufacturing environment

Knowledge And Abilities

• Strong working knowledge of health and safety regulations and industrial hygiene protocols
• Ability to identify critical processes and system needs and then implement appropriately prioritized action plans
• Ability to establish agreement and consensus with management
• Ability to effectively engage primary employees
• Ability to promote a team environment and must be able to initiate, lead and drive cross-functional team projects to successful completion
• Adept at delivering safety training
• Ability to integrate resources across the organization

Personal Characteristics

• Highly ethical: Can be trusted to do only the “right thing” for the employees, shareholders and others. Follows a balanced approach without compromising integrity.
• Results-oriented: Energetic, resourceful, with a strong service orientation and positive can-do attitude. Fully committed to the job and to deliver outstanding work. Never satisfied with the status quo, continually striving for excellence.
• Enjoys working hands-on
• Change agent: Able to anticipate risks and propose practical plans to mitigate them. Appreciates safety organization’s impact and is able to convey how safety is an integral part of the Plant’s business strategy.
• Ability to travel 5-10%