Safety Manager
About this role
Safety Manager
Columbus, OH/Remote
Status: Full Time
Job Category: Operations
Relevant Work Experience: Bachelors degree in Health & Safety or related field. Certifications (a plus, not required) CSP, OHST , CHST, SMS, ASP, GSP + prior experience in a distribution/fulfillment center ideal
JOB SUMMARY
We're looking for passionate people who can move our company forward. As we build our safety culture, we have a welcoming workplace where you can build a career for yourself while fulfilling our purpose to continue driving efficiency forward. Reporting to the Senior Director of Facilities & Safety, you will partner with our four business segments to conduct hazard and risk assessments to identify site needs or opportunities to improve safety programs. Working with site and segment-level leadership, you will design solutions to reduce those hazards and risks while expanding site knowledge and adopting safety policies and culture.
PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES
The Safety Manager position will be responsible for the following:
- Conduct EHS audits and inspections to identify potential hazards and recommend corrective actions.
- Be a reliable and active business partner with each operating site to ensure collaboration and an aligned approach to mitigating risk and implementing solutions.
- Drive implementation plan with strategic thinking and tactical initiative.
- Maintain expertise in EHS regulations, laws, and industry topics.
- Expand site level understanding and use of company policies and field service capabilities.
- Ensure each segment has Job Safety Analysis (JSA) / Job Hazard Analysis (JHA) completed and a program in place for annual reviews.
- Comply and promote company safety policies to ensure a safe workplace while observing MSHA Federal and State Standards
- Develop and deliver EHS training programs to employees and contractors.
- Partner with Human Resources to monitor and maintain the status of all workers compensation claims and coordinate activities to minimize lost and/or restricted workdays.
- Analyze incident data and trends, conduct investigations on accidents and near miss incidents, identify potential safety and environmental risks and develop mitigation strategies.
- Responsible for updating current process for completing annual reports such as hazardous waste, used oil or manifest reports.
- Establish guidelines governing the collection and maintenance updates of employee training records health/safety manuals, policies or handbooks, incidents/accident reports, or other documentation.
- Assist with reporting and serve as a liaison for external agencies such as OSHA, EPA, MSHA, etc.
- Be an integral role in client contractor safety management, including facilitating the permit to work program and issuing relevant work permits based on client procedures. Build and maintain relationships with all levels of the organization.
- Perform additional responsibilities as assigned.
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
- 5+ years of relevant EHS industry experience involving safety hazard analysis and mitigation, safety consulting or responsibility for overseeing safety programs.
- Bachelor's degree including the fields of Safety, Environmental Science, Public Health, or equivalent experience.
- CSP ASP or GSP ideal
- Experience conducting workplace assessments to prevent injuries / accidents and improve compliance.
- Knowledgeable of Safety, Health and Environmental strategies and practices to reduce or eliminate hazards and risks.
- Current working knowledge of OSHA regulations and industry standards.
- MSHA training certification or ability to get certification required.
- Basic project management skills and the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
- This position will require 50%-70% travel
At OTC Industrial Technologies, we believe that our employees are our greatest strength. Through investment in our people and growth from within, we believe in providing you with a wide variety of opportunities to accelerate your career potential as you help us drive change to move our business forward.
For over 60 years, employing and developing the best-in-class talent has been at the forefront of our success. By coupling our teams' hands-on experience with a wide range of products from top vendors, we provide customers with the best quality products and technical application expertise and services at the lowest possible costs.
Working with OTC Industrial Technologies is perfect for purpose driven individuals who are motivated to be part of an exciting transformational company.
Perks of Working with OTC Industrial Technologies:
As part of the OTC family, you'll enjoy competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision care coverage and a 401(k) savings plan – Additionally, we offer paid time off, short-and long-term disability coverage, life insurance, tuition assistance, and Employee Assistance Program. You'll also experience exciting opportunities for professional and personal growth and recognition.
Job details
| Job reference: | OTC/1447646 |
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| Date posted: | 29-Jan-2025 |
| Attachments: | No File Attached |
