Ergonomics Specialist
Ergonomic Training & Education
Ergonomic Training & Education Lead ergonomic and lift training programs in both classroom and operational settings.
Facilitate hands-on simulations and movement coaching designed to improve employee safety and performance.
Observe employee movement patterns and provide real-time coaching and feedback.
Educate employees on proper body mechanics, injury prevention strategies, and safe work practices.
Injury Prevention & Early Intervention
Provide proactive injury prevention services, injury care, assessment, and medical triage as defined by OSHA standards.
Deliver ergonomic postural education and recommend appropriate interventions.
Escalate employees for additional medical care when appropriate.
Ergonomic Assessments & Program Support
Congduct ergonomic assessments by understanding site operations, job processes, and physical demands.
Develop recommendations aimed at reducing injury risk and improving employee safety.
Support continuous improvement initiatives related to workforce health and ergonomics.
Documentation & Reporting
Maintain accurate and detailed documentation in a timely manner.
Provide feedback to employees and client leadership regarding health and safety opportunities.
Understand and report key program metrics to leadership, client partners, and operations management.
Qualifications
- A Bachelor’s degree in Athletic Training, Kinesiology, Exercise Science, or a related field such as Exercise Physiology, Occupational Ergonomics, Health & Wellness, Health Promotion, Human Performance, Human Factors, Safety & Environmental, Public Health, Sports Science, Physical Education, Fitness, Personal Training, or Athletics
- CPR/AED certification or the ability to obtain it prior to start of employment; maintain and provide proof of current certification(s)
- Basic knowledge of workers' compensation and OSHA regulations, preferred
- The ability to stand, walk, and sit throughout entire assigned shift
- Ergonomic and/or occupational health experience
- Previous experience with public speaking in a training environment is preferred
- A high degree of professionalism in both written and verbal communication
- The ability to work both independently and in a team environment, without constant supervision
- Be able to maintain confidentiality
- Strong computer skills, including proficiency with databases and with Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel