Safety Specialist

About the role

Carolina Poly, Inc. is seeking a Safety and Environmental Specialist to join their team. Located in Chester, SC, they produce polyethylene products including high-quality trash bags and construction films.

Responsibilities

• Coach employees on proper work methods and practices.
• Conduct facility safety audits and work with management team to ensure completion of corrective actions.
• Perform regular safety walks with the management team.
• Lead the accident investigation process.
• Intervene in unsafe activities or operations.
• Avoidance of lockout/tagout (LOTO) reviews.
• Liaise with supervisors to ensure incident reports are complete and accurate and submitted in a timely manner.
• Attend employee safety talks.
• Collaborate with managers and supervisors to monitor compliance and identify safety issues.
• Aid departments with proper waste disposal practices.
• Educate employees on safety standards and expectations as well as safe machine operation.
• Be available for a 4 on 4 off schedule.

Requirements

• One-year experience in the Safety/Environmental field, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
• Absolutely must have an Associates degree or equivalent hours in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Engineering, Industrial Hygiene, Business, or other relevant field.
• May be substituted with OSHA Training Institute Certifications such as; Safety & Health Fundamentals, Specialist in Safety & Health, or others.
• Working knowledge of basic software applications (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Email, etc.).
• Ability to communicate with all levels of the organization in all formats, including verbal, written & presentations.
• Working knowledge of federal safety (OSHA) regulations and required programs in the manufacturing environment (29 CFR 1910).
• Ability to accept coaching and guidance and work in a team environment.

Qualifications

Must be available for a 4 on 4 off schedule.

Skills

• Knowledge of safety and environmental regulations.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to perform safety audits and investigations.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment.

Benefits

Carolina Poly, Inc. offers competitive compensation packages including Medical/Dental, paid vacations and holidays, and 401(K).

Pay

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Schedule

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