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Consultant in ergonomics and safety requirements can be divided into technical requirements and required soft skills. The lists below show the most common requirements included in consultant in ergonomics and safety job postings.
Sample consultant in ergonomics and safety requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Ergonomics, Safety, or related field
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in ergonomics and safety consulting
- Knowledge of OSHA regulations and safety standards
- Familiarity with ergonomic assessment tools and techniques
- Strong communication and presentation skills
Sample required consultant in ergonomics and safety soft skills
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously
- Excellent problem-solving and critical thinking skills
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work with diverse teams
- Passionate about promoting safety and well-being in the workplace
- Attention to detail and ability to analyze complex data
Consultant in ergonomics and safety job description example 1
Kaiser Permanente consultant in ergonomics and safety job description
Serves as a lead for the Ergonomic Program for the Medical Center service areas. Provides expert consultation to departments, physicians, and employees on ergonomics. Comprehends and interprets design templates to assess ergonomic risk factors. Provides consultation during the design concept phase. Conducts Job Task Analysis using qualitative and quantitative tools to identify the scope and characteristics of ergonomic hazards. Coordinates and implements controls from the results of assessments.
Essential Responsibilities:
+ Serves as lead for ergonomic program, projects, and ergonomic specialists for the Medical Center Area.
+ Provides oversight and mentors one or more ergonomic specialist and staff.
+ Facilitates resolution of major problems encountered by ergonomic specialist.
+ Works with senior management to negotiate major revisions in time commitment and resource allocation.
+ Provides ergonomic and workplace safety consultation/subject matter expertise on new building construction, remodels, and equipment.
+ Ensures strategic directions of projects are in line with organizational business plan.
+ Provides leadership to multi-disciplinary teams, as well as manages work of outside consultants.
+ Accountable for the development of project documentation for senior executives and other key stakeholders to facilitate sharing of project outcomes and best practices.
+ Makes formal presentations to senior executives.
+ Responsible for developing ergonomic training programs for multiple audience levels.
+ Conducts evaluations to include the following disciplines: anthropometry, visual and industrial design.
+ Performs ergonomic job hazard analysis of work environment which identifies risk factors including job process, workflow process, workstation design, and tools/equipment reviews.
+ Uses qualitative and quantitative tools to identify and quantify risk. i.e. (REBA/RULA/BRIEF/BEST, NIOSH Lifting equation).
+ Performs analysis of data information and recommendations to mitigate workplace injuries.
+ Performs other duties as assigned.
Basic Qualifications:
Experience
+ Minimum five (5) years of ergonomics experience required.
Education
+ Bachelors degree in related field of study (e.g. human factors, Kinesiology, Exercise Physiology, Physical Therapy, Biomechanics Engineering) or four (4) years of ergonomic experience may be substituted for bachelors degree.
+ High School Diploma or General Education Development (GED) required.
License, Certification, Registration
+ Certified Industrial Ergonomist OR Certified Human Factors Engineering Professional OR Certified Ergonomics Assessment Specialist OR Certified Associate Ergonomist
Additional Requirements:
+ Computer experience in office applications
+ Knowledge of ANSI/BIFMA standards.
+ Knowledge of anthropometric measurements for ergonomics.
+ Demonstrated knowledge in essential ergonomic assessment techniques (RULA, REBA, BEST, BRIEF, NIOSH Lifting Equation) and familiarity in using ergonomic assessment tools (e.g. force gauges, pinch grip meters, etc.).
+ Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment
+ Excellent interpersonal and communication skills both written and verbal.
+ Position requires considerable walking, standing, sitting and moderate lifting
+ Travel between facilities required
Preferred Qualifications:
+ Workplace safety experience preferred.
+ Masters degree in related field preferred.
COMPANY: KAISER
TITLE: Senior Ergonomic/Safety Consultant
LOCATION: Fontana, California
REQNUMBER: 1099621
External hires must pass a background check/drug screen. Qualified applicants with arrest and/or conviction records will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with Federal, state and local laws, including but not limited to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran, or disability status.
Essential Responsibilities:
+ Serves as lead for ergonomic program, projects, and ergonomic specialists for the Medical Center Area.
+ Provides oversight and mentors one or more ergonomic specialist and staff.
+ Facilitates resolution of major problems encountered by ergonomic specialist.
+ Works with senior management to negotiate major revisions in time commitment and resource allocation.
+ Provides ergonomic and workplace safety consultation/subject matter expertise on new building construction, remodels, and equipment.
+ Ensures strategic directions of projects are in line with organizational business plan.
+ Provides leadership to multi-disciplinary teams, as well as manages work of outside consultants.
+ Accountable for the development of project documentation for senior executives and other key stakeholders to facilitate sharing of project outcomes and best practices.
+ Makes formal presentations to senior executives.
+ Responsible for developing ergonomic training programs for multiple audience levels.
+ Conducts evaluations to include the following disciplines: anthropometry, visual and industrial design.
+ Performs ergonomic job hazard analysis of work environment which identifies risk factors including job process, workflow process, workstation design, and tools/equipment reviews.
+ Uses qualitative and quantitative tools to identify and quantify risk. i.e. (REBA/RULA/BRIEF/BEST, NIOSH Lifting equation).
+ Performs analysis of data information and recommendations to mitigate workplace injuries.
+ Performs other duties as assigned.
Basic Qualifications:
Experience
+ Minimum five (5) years of ergonomics experience required.
Education
+ Bachelors degree in related field of study (e.g. human factors, Kinesiology, Exercise Physiology, Physical Therapy, Biomechanics Engineering) or four (4) years of ergonomic experience may be substituted for bachelors degree.
+ High School Diploma or General Education Development (GED) required.
License, Certification, Registration
+ Certified Industrial Ergonomist OR Certified Human Factors Engineering Professional OR Certified Ergonomics Assessment Specialist OR Certified Associate Ergonomist
Additional Requirements:
+ Computer experience in office applications
+ Knowledge of ANSI/BIFMA standards.
+ Knowledge of anthropometric measurements for ergonomics.
+ Demonstrated knowledge in essential ergonomic assessment techniques (RULA, REBA, BEST, BRIEF, NIOSH Lifting Equation) and familiarity in using ergonomic assessment tools (e.g. force gauges, pinch grip meters, etc.).
+ Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment
+ Excellent interpersonal and communication skills both written and verbal.
+ Position requires considerable walking, standing, sitting and moderate lifting
+ Travel between facilities required
Preferred Qualifications:
+ Workplace safety experience preferred.
+ Masters degree in related field preferred.
COMPANY: KAISER
TITLE: Senior Ergonomic/Safety Consultant
LOCATION: Fontana, California
REQNUMBER: 1099621
External hires must pass a background check/drug screen. Qualified applicants with arrest and/or conviction records will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with Federal, state and local laws, including but not limited to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran, or disability status.
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Updated March 14, 2024
Updated March 14, 2024