What are the responsibilities and job description for the Safety Specialist position at Alabama Plating Technology?
Job Overview
We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Safety Specialist to champion workplace safety and environmental health initiatives across our manufacturing operations. In this vital role, you will develop, implement, and monitor safety protocols that ensure compliance with regulatory standards, promote a safe working environment, and foster a culture of continuous safety improvement. Your expertise will help prevent accidents, manage hazardous materials, and uphold environmental management systems, contributing to the overall well-being of our team and the sustainability of our operations.
Duties
- Develop and enforce safety policies aligned with OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration) standards, hazardous materials regulations, and environmental compliance requirements.
- Conduct regular safety audits, hazard assessments, root cause analysis, and incident investigations to identify risks and implement corrective actions.
- Provide comprehensive safety training and development programs for employees on topics such as first aid, CPR, hazardous materials handling, environmental management systems, and workplace safety best practices.
- Maintain accurate safety documentation including incident reports, inspection records, training logs, and regulatory compliance reports.
- Monitor environmental health initiatives by ensuring adherence to EPA (Environmental Protection Agency) regulations and environmental regulatory compliance standards in production processes.
- Serve as the primary contact for OSHA inspections, workers' compensation law inquiries, and regulatory/legal compliance standards in production environments.
- Support occupational health programs by promoting employee health initiatives and ensuring regulatory compliance with workplace safety standards.
Skills
- In-depth knowledge of OSHA regulations, environmental management systems, hazardous materials regulations, and workplace safety protocols.
- Strong understanding of workers' compensation law and occupational health standards.
- Excellent report writing skills with the ability to document incidents accurately and clearly.
- Proven experience in conducting root cause analysis to identify underlying issues behind safety incidents.
- Effective training & development skills to educate employees on safety procedures, emergency response (including CPR), and environmental health practices.
- Ability to perform hazard assessments, environmental regulatory compliance checks, and environmental health evaluations.
- Exceptional communication skills to collaborate with teams across departments and liaise with regulatory agencies effectively.
Join us as a Safety Specialist to make a meaningful impact by fostering a safe working environment that prioritizes employee well-being while ensuring our operations meet all legal and environmental standards!
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Work Location: In person