Corporate Safety Specialist

About the role

Under direct supervision of the Manager, Security & Risk Management: Provides operational support for security & safety operations. Assists with the development and cost-effective implementation of global programs that identify, characterize and mitigate risk. Responsible for the development, implementation, and management of employee security & safety programs. Conducts facility security and safety risk assessments and Root Cause Analysis security and safety investigations. Recommends appropriate corrective actions.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates efforts in identifying, developing, implementing, and maintaining security and safety processes, practices, and policies that identify and mitigate risk to company personnel, assets, facilities, inventory, information and other items or subjects deemed valuable.
• Analyze safety performance metrics (e.g., recordables, near misses, corrective actions) to identify trends and recommend improvements.
• Develops and maintains a strong working relationship with Senior Management, including Vice Presidents, Directors, Facility General Managers, as well as other members of management.
• Participate in safety initiatives, special projects, and cross-functional teams (e.g., Tiger Teams, focus reviews).
• Create and conduct security and safety related training programs.
• Lead and assist in implementation of injury reduction efforts and promote “Zero Injury Culture” initiatives and programs.
• Respond to security and safety incidents.
• Lead, conduct or participate in Root Cause Analysis security and safety investigations. Recommend appropriate corrective actions.
• Create detailed and accurate reports.
• Research and respond to inquiries.
• Resolve or assist in the resolution of policy-related or procedural problems and/or inquiries.
• Conduct site audits, inspections, and risk assessments; track and drive corrective actions to closure.
• Maintain understanding and knowledge of current Federal, State and Company regulations and policies. Inform organization of changes and assist in administering actions to maintain regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred but not required.
• Five years safety and/or security experience required.
• CPP, PSP, CSP, ASP certifications preferred.