Temporary - Safety Lead

Canon Business Process Services, Inc.; Greenville (SC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Canon Business Process Services, Inc. in Greenville, SC is seeking a full-time Safety Specialist for an 8-month temporary assignment.

You will develop and implement safety standards, deliver training, and lead interventions to reduce incidents in accordance with OSHA and state/local rules. You will coordinate with Safety, HR, and Operations, conduct new-hire safety orientation, perform incident investigations, and maintain training records.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Environment, Health & Safety or equivalent work experience.
• Safety Certification preferred (e.g., OSHA 10/30 General Industry, OSHA HAZWOPER, Forklift, 49 CFR/DOT, IATA, IMDG).
• 3-5 years safety experience in warehouse environment.
• Experience with operating Powered Industrial Vehicles, hazardous materials handling, and relevant equipment.
• Experience facilitating safety training and certification programs.
• Experience creating Job Hazard Analysis and related documents.
• Strong MS Office skills and familiarity with web-based Incident Management Systems.
• Excellent writing, coaching, and organizational abilities.

Responsibilities

• Supports Safety governance with policies and compliance to OSHA/State/Local/Company/Client rules.
• Collaborates with Safety, HR, and Operations to drive safety excellence.
• Coordinate and facilitate safety new hire orientation, training and certifications.
• Conduct incident investigations, identify root causes, and implement corrective actions.
• Create and implement Job Hazard Analysis, inspections, and audit checklists.
• Develop and execute a site safety improvement plan.
• Coordinate onsite safety training and Train-the-Trainer programs.
• Maintain training/certification records and schedules.
• Leverage Incident Management System to monitor safety trends at the location.
• Develop safety metrics to measure progress and performance.
• Assist with counseling and documentation of safety performance issues.
• Perform other HR/Safety duties and special projects as requested.

Skills

Safety training

Incident investigations

Job Hazard Analysis

OSHA/compliance

Coaching / facilitation

Written communication

Project management

Record keeping

MS Office

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Environment, Health & Safety or equivalent work experience

Tools

Incident Management System

MS Word/Excel/PowerPoint

Job description

Overview

Responsible for creating and implementing safety standards, programs, training, and interventions to reduce incidents in the workplace and promote safety excellence in accordance with company and OSHA/Federal/State/Local rules and regulations.

This is a full time temporary position anticipated to last 8 months.

Responsibilities

• Supports Corporate Safety Governance System including all safety policies and procedures, ensuring self and employees are in compliance with OSHA/State/Local/Company/Client rules and regulations.
• Collaborates and supports Safety, HR, and Operations team to drive safety excellence in assigned location.
• Responsible for coordination and facilitation of safety new hire orientation, training and certification programs.
• Conducts incident investigations, assists in identifying root cause(s), and implementing corrective action(s).
• Creates and implements Job Hazard Analysis, Inspections and Audit Checklists to identify hazards and implement controls.
• Develop and implement a site safety improvement plan.
• Consults with Regional Safety &Training Specialist and Sr. Regional Safety Training Specialist on development and execution of safety initiatives/interventions to drive continuous improvement and safety excellence.
• Coordinates & conducts onsite safety training and Train-the Trainer programs as
• Maintain appropriate training and certification records including class schedules, registration, attendance, completions, safety certifications and re-certification.
• Leverages Incident Management System to proactively manage safety to identify trends at their location.
• Develop safety metrics to measure and monitor progress of safety programs and interventions.
• Demonstrates sound judgment by taking appropriate actions regarding safety inspection/audit findings or safety
• Assists with employee counseling, coaching, and proper documentation of safety performance issues as

Performs other HR/Safety duties and special projects as requested.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Environment, Health & Safety or equivalent work experience
• Safety Certification preferred (e.g., OSHA 10/30 General Industry, OSHA HAZWOPER, Forklift, 49 CFR/DOT, IATA, IMDG)
• 3-5 years safety experience in warehouse environment
• Experience preferred in the following areas: Operating Powered Industrial Vehicles (g., Forklift, Powered Pallet Jacks), Handling/Shipping/Receiving Hazardous Materials, Use of X-Ray or CRBN equipment
• Experience in facilitating safety training and certification programs
• Creating and writing Job Hazard Analysis
• Sound knowledge of MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Working knowledge of web-based Incident Management Systems
• Strong coaching, facilitation, and communication skills
• Excellent writing skills
• Strong project management, organizational, administrative and record keeping skills
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment to drive safety excellence