SAFETY SPECIALIST (Sunnyvale, Texas, United States, 75182)

About the role

Join the largest manufacturer of tile and natural stone in the United States and watch your career stand out with Dal-Tile, a subsidiary of Mohawk Industries. Our close-knit team of dedicated professionals has made us the success we are today. In exchange for their hard work, we support our people with a family-friendly work environment, a commitment to promoting from within, unique benefits that go beyond just medical and dental, and a belief that every employee deserves a productive life outside of work.

Responsibilities

The Safety Specialist is an established performer that works to create and facilitate an accident-free workplace by implementing safety policies and programs, providing training, creating, and maintaining safety documentation, and helping to ensure compliance with state and federal laws within assigned facility or location.

• Provide ongoing instruction of OSHA required safety disciplines.
• Coordinate all annual and recurring safety training requirements.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee training and safety records and reports.
• Review and update documents to identify work-related hazards, reflect changing regulations, and best practices.
• Conduct safety audits across multiple facilities throughout the division to identify and correct unsafe conditions and unsafe acts.
• Ensure alignment of safety programs with organizational goals and industry best practices.
• Participate in accident and incident investigations to determine root causes of an event.
• Collaborate with departmental representatives to address safety concerns and track corrective actions.
• Write detailed summaries and recommendations regarding corrective actions necessary to prevent accidents.
• Participate in division projects addressing safety issues.
• Stay informed about changes in safety regulations and ensure organizational compliance.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation to demonstrate compliance with safety standards.
• Perform other duties as needed.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent education and/or experience. 2-4 years of relevant experience or equivalent education and/or experience. Safety training and certificates preferred.

• Knowledge of OSHA safety disciplines, other regulatory guidelines, and common industrial safety practices.

Skills

• Demonstrates strong knowledge of technical, process, and business principles as well as industry practices and standards.
• Excellent communication, problem solving, and organizational skills.
• Able to multitask, prioritize, and manage time effectively.
• High level of integrity and discretion in handling sensitive and confidential data.
• Proficient using Microsoft Office Suite products.

Benefits

We offer competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, career opportunities, and an environment of creativity and growth. Examples include: Company Match on 401k, Employee Purchase Discount, and Tuition Reimbursement.