Health and Safety Specialist
Safety Specialist Job 17 miles from Markham
Van Hessen is one of the leading global players in the sourcing, processing and distribution of natural casings, meat products and pharmaceuticals. We process animal by-products from slaughterhouses into high-quality food materials and raw materials for the pharmaceutical industry. Our products are 100% natural and, due to the knowledge and skills of our employees, of a very high and consistent quality. We strive to outdo ourselves every day.
Role Purpose:
The Health and Safety Specialist develops and implements programs and training which is essential to providing a safe and healthy working environment for our colleagues.
As the Health and Safety Specialist, you will have multi-site responsibility to continue to enhance our health and safety programs across the US.
Duties and responsibilities:
Enhance and monitor the behaviour-based safety management system at all Van Hessen USA locations
Ensure compliance with all local, state and federal workplace safety laws
Oversee incident investigations, determine root causes, and develop proactive plans to prevent future incidents
Handle worker compensation claims
Develop site-specific workplace and food safety training
Provide food safety and human safety training to employees
Analyse incident data, track trends, and develop corrective actions
Track, review and maintain all safety documentation provided by each site
Conduct onsite audits to ensure compliance with workplace and food safety programs
Analyse and monitor the effectiveness of the health and safety programs, make changes as necessary
Recommend loss reduction strategies and opportunities for improvement
Internally audit procedures performed in the Chicago location for compliance with the latest food safety requirements
Lead monthly meetings with managers and executive leadership team
Other duties as required
Required knowledge, skills and qualifications:
A minimum of 3-5 years' experience in an occupational safety and/or food safety role is essential
Excellent communication skills (verbal and written)
Experience engaging and influencing stakeholders to follow procedures and process
Excellent analytical skills with investigatory experience
Must have a proactive approach to recommending and implementing improvements/solutions
Prior experience with health and safety onsite audits with appreciation for compliance and regulations
B.S. or B.A qualified is desirable for this role
English (with excellent verbal and written communication) is essential
Professional or fluent level of Spanish would be desirable
What do we offer?
Comprehensive health, dental and vision insurance for you and your family
An inclusive and vibrant company culture
Nine paid holidays
Paid vacation and personal days
Health, Safety & Environmental Manager
Safety Specialist Job 24 miles from Markham
The Health, Safety, & Environmental Manager provides support and expertise to the organization at all levels to help achieve our safety strategies and goals. This role will help to lead and influence behavioral changes to reduce incidents as we aim to be industry leaders in health and safety. The HSE Manager will assist in the implementation of training, meetings, risk assessments, and audits by supporting and maintaining our HSE systems and processes.
We are a Safety F1rst company where safety is a foundational value. As an HSE Manager, you play a critical role in shaping and implementing our HSE strategies, ensuring the safety and well-being of our employees, customers, and the communities we serve, while maintaining the highest standards of safety and regulatory compliance. This role will support The Health, Safety & Environmental (HSE) Director in collaborating with other operational personnel in implementing robust safety & environmental training platforms to increase the competencies of our employees across the organization.
Core Duties/Key Responsibilities
Utilize strong interpersonal skills and project management to collaborate and communicate with district and team members to ensure our locations and facilities are compliant with internal and external regulations.
Conduct regular HSE inspections of districts and work sites to ensure company and regulatory compliance.
Assist with contractor safety management system including pre-qualification process.
Assist with company and district DOT program and requirements.
Manage the PERC training program and schedule ensuring full compliance with the established training matrix.
Facilitate new hire orientation for all levels of the organization.
Provide requirements for PPE inventory including research of new/additional equipment as required.
Ensure required HSE reporting is completed on time and accurately.
Maintain HSE logs and documents and prepare reports as necessary and requested.
Administer document control procedures as they relate to safety management system requirements.
Assist in updating HSE programs, policies, and standards as needed to ensure regulatory compliance.
Maintain/update safety databases (e.g., ISNet, LMS, etc.).
Follow up on all Accident / Incident reports to ensure that they are completed, investigated, root cause analysis, and that recommended preventative measures are acted upon.
Assist with company and district sustainability initiatives.
Aid with HSE due diligence on potential acquisitions and lead integration efforts.
Support in facilitating annual Health & Safety Days as well as additional safety meetings, workshops, and drills to enhance safety culture and emergency response readiness.
May perform other duties as reasonably assigned.
Position Qualifications
Experience/Education
Required Education: Bachelor's Degree; MBA is a plus but not required.
Fields of Study Preferred: Environmental Science, Occupational Health and Safety, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
Required Work Experience: 2-3 years of progressive HSE experience; energy, transportation, or logistics preferred.
OSHA and DOT experience preferred, PERC certifications a plus.
Understanding of NFPA 54 & 58, or related codes desired.
Required Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
Microsoft Applications: Proficient (in particular, Word, Excel and PowerPoint)
Additional Technology: High technical capabilities with ability to quickly learn and utilize new technologies
Travel: 25 - 40%
Communication: Exceptional verbal and written communication skills required
Additional Requirements:
Professional certifications such as Certified Safety Professional (CSP), Certified Hazardous Materials Manager (CHMM), or similar are beneficial.
Prior experience with propane, propellants, or compressed gases is highly desired.
Unquestioned integrity and ability to properly manage confidential information.
In-depth knowledge of HSE regulations, best practices, and industry standards.
Experience with renewable energy technologies, retail operations, and sustainability initiatives is a plus.
Physical/Working Requirements
The work environment characteristics described are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is:
This position is remote but requires travel and periodic work from an office environment.
Prolonged sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
Must be able to position, transport, lift and/or move up to 15 pounds at a time.
Communicate with and exchange information verbally and in writing;
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
Scope
Direct Reports: 3
Total Organization Employees: ~ 950
# States: 21
# Markets: 9
# Operating Districts: ~ 39
This job description is not intended to describe in detail the multitude of tasks that may be assigned, but rather to provide the employee with a general sense of the responsibilities and expectations of his/her position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of qualifications, skills, efforts, duties, responsibilities or working conditions associated with the position. As the nature of business demands change so, too, may the essential functions of this position.
DCC Propane is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and inclusion at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, military status or disability status.
Environment, Health and Safety Specialist
Safety Specialist Job 17 miles from Markham
Join the GDI Family!
One provider. One solution. All your facility maintenance services.
GDI provides unequalled capability and expertise in the facility services sector across Canada and the United States. Our broad knowledge and competencies in integrated facility services will contribute to the success of our business partners. With nearly a century of experience, our excellent service delivery distinguishes us from other facility services providers. Our team of over 30,000 individuals offer innovative cleaning techniques, best-in-class capabilities, and unrivaled experience.
Job Description:
The EHS Specialist is responsible for developing, updating, and maintaining safety, food sanitation safety programs. Maintains reports and verifies compliance. Supervises employees, contractors and visitors by spending a significant amount of time in the plants ensuring all programs and procedures are adequate and being followed. Sustains and improves current behavior based safety programs and policies. Leads and participates in all incident investigations. Conducts internal facility audits and facility self-assessments and develops and tracks corrective actions for audit findings.
Responsibilities:
Personally demonstrate a commitment to food sanitation and human safety
Develop, analyze and submit reports
Calibrate and repair safety equipment
Supervise the implementation of policies and procedures
Develop and present training for new hires, contractors, and location employees as required
Direct employees interaction
Purchase and maintain inventory of safety, food sanitation safety supplies
Develop and maintain proper document retention
Maintain required paperwork such as OSHA 300 logs in compliance with federal law
Lead and participate in on-site safety committee
It's for you, if:
You can think analytically and conceptually
You have impact and influence
You are information seeking and business savvy
You are a good strategic business planner
You are willing to work outside normal business hours
You are willing to travel (50%)
Requirements:
5 to 10 years of experience in the EHS profession, specifically supporting multi-site manufacturing businesses, preferably in food manufacturing.
Bachelor's degree in a related field, ASP, CSP, CIH or PE designation preferred.
Adhere to all OSHA operating and safety standards and company policies, rules, regulations, and procedures
Demonstrated capacity to excel within high risk, fast-paced work environment
Proven experience with Energy Isolation (LOTO) OSHA standard and compliance
Proven ability to assess risk and exercise sound judgment in making decisions
Proven ability to manage effectively within a team based work environment
Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with end-users, suppliers, and internal customers
Computer competent, with demonstrated ability in the use of spreadsheet, database, and word processing software
Willing to challenge and be challenged in order to effectively partner with all levels of the business.
Strong written and verbal communication and presentation skills in English. Spanish is a plus.
GDI Services Inc. is an equal opportunity employer.
Environment, Health and Safety Manager
Safety Specialist Job 43 miles from Markham
The EH&S Manager is a mission critical leader dedicated to ensuring a safe and healthy work environment for all employees and visitors. The successful EH&S Manager is passionate about continuously improving safety and employee welfare. The EH&S Manager assists engineering with environmental and regulatory functions to ensure compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations. The EH&S Manager coordinates relevant employee training and maintains the plant training database. The EH&S Manager is a servant leader who supports other team members and actively participates in employee engagement functions.
Essential Job Responsibilities
Environmental and regulatory responsibilities including but not limited to:
· Permits/reports for township/state compliance.
· Monitor ink waste system process and provide support.
· Maintain the SDS database.
· Maintain HazCom compliance.
· Provide and monitor hot work permits.
· Monitor ink system and waste water discharge, including timely completion of all reports.
· Ensure timely completion and submission of all required environmental permits.
Health and safety responsibilities including but not limited to:
· Safety Leadership. Walk the plant floor on a frequent basis, spending time on each shift interacting with team members to drive continuous improvement and promote a safe culture.
· Lead the monthly plant SAFE audit and report results to the general manager.
· Maintain the OSHA log including calculation of OSHA related metrics including TCIR.
· Oversee hearing conservation and schedule audiometric testing.
· Investigate, monitor, and communicate accident investigation findings.
· Lead the safety committee and drive effective safety committee meetings.
· Track progress of safety related work orders.
· Manage plant fire/alarm system functions including fire pump tests, panel alarms, inspections and repairs.
· Manage safety boot and safety glasses voucher program. Schedule boot truck onsight periodically.
· Complete monthly guarding report.
· Conduct annual job hazard analysis audits and communicate updates.
· Perform plant safety compliance audits.
· Maintain and monitor plant fire extinguisher inspections and placement.
· Schedule and monitor fire drills.
· Review, update, and conduct training of plant emergency action plans.
· Promote employee safe health practices including hydration during hot months.
· Participate in periodic insurance company safety training sessions.
· Participate in HAACP meetings.
· Monitor and ensure safety vending machines, earplugs, first aid cabinets and stocked.
· Conduct eyewash and AED inspections.
Training responsibilities including but not limited to:
· Lead safety training during new hire orientation.
· Coordinate CPR and first responder annual certication training.
· Disseminate weekly Toolbox Topics to production leaders.
· Lead and ensure completion of all required EH&S training.
· Conduct LOTO training.
· Coordinate arc flash training.
· Conduct tow motor and high lift training.
· Conduct HazCom training.
· Conduct HazMat training.
· Coordinate fire extinguisher training.
· Maintain the training database.
· Provide support during third party audits (BRC) related to EH&S training.
Additional Responsibilities / Duties:
· Coordinate drug and alcohol post incident and suspicion testing, including after hours.
· Conduct hazard evaluations of jobs and process and perform routine inspections of facilities and operations for unsafe conditions and work practices and make recommendations to reduce/eliminate incident occurrence.
· Perform safety compliance audits to identify problem areas and provide recommendations for corrective actions as needed. This includes compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local regulations. Follow up using good management techniques to ensure problems are resolved.
· Manage the incident investigation process. Monitor and distribute information as necessary.
· Coordinate activities of all outside agencies that impact safety. Maintain good working relationships with all agencies and follow up as needed on recommendations and/or citations.
· Plan, schedule, coordinate and/or conduct EHS training programs for employees and contractors such as HAZCOM, blood borne pathogens, fire protection, DOT requirements, etc.
· Assist in managing and maintaining day-to-day EHS programs, including new hire orientation, PPE requirements, etc.
· Perform ergonomic risk assessments of workplace/workstations, recommending corrective action to reduce/eliminate hazards.
· Participate, manage, and provide support for site safety committees and safety related events.
· Other duties as assigned.
The Physical Requirements Checklist that specifies the physical demands for this job is attached and is incorporated into this description.
Qualifications:
· High School Diploma/GED required.
· Bachelor's or advanced degree in EH&S related subject matter strongly preferred.
· Corrugated manufacturing or similar industrial experience preferred.
· Must possess a valid, current driver's license.
· Excellent verbal and written communication skills with ability to communicate effectively with contractors, service techs (onsite/phone support), and fellow employees.
· Ability to work additional hours and weekends as necessary to meet business objectives.
· Proficient use of Microsoft Office to include PowerPoint, Word, Excel, and Outlook required.
· OSHA 30-hour certification preferred.
· Forklift / High Lift trainer certification preferred.
· UST Class A/B operator training/certificate preferred.
· Demonstration of minimum proficiency with the English language in order to ensure effective new hire training and on-going communications about safety and quality issues.
Senior Site Safety Supervisor - Chicago
Safety Specialist Job 17 miles from Markham
About Us
Clayco is a full-service, turnkey real estate development, master planning, architecture, engineering, and construction firm that safely delivers clients across North America the highest quality solutions on time, on budget, and above and beyond expectations. With $5.8 billion in revenue for 2023, Clayco specializes in the "art and science of building," providing fast track, efficient solutions for industrial, commercial, institutional, and residential related building projects.
The Role We Want You For
The Senior Site Safety Supervisor will provide support to the Project Staff and the Clayco safety team in an effort to execute corporate safety and health standards and procedures in compliance with Federal, State, and Local requirements. In addition to your project responsibilities, you shall participate in and complete all assignments designated to you. This will include, but is not limited to, assisting in development of a zero injury safety culture on each project, conducting at least weekly documented jobsite safety inspections, effectively communicate orientations for all new project workers, assist with and review subcontractor daily pre-task safety analysis, actively promote and participate in daily stretch and flex program, identify project trends and execute proactive safety initiatives to eliminate incidents, support corporate goals and initiatives, emphasize and support proactive safety such as near miss/hazard reporting, coach and recognize workers on safe work methods, report all incidents in an effective and timely manner following established protocols and be a champion in motivating workers to perform their jobs safely! Your responsibilities will be all encompassing for each project you will be dedicated to.
The Specifics of the Role
Assist in development of the project safety program.
Establish and conduct jobsite orientation for new project employees. Administer and record their participation in the orientation program and issue identification to those employees completing the orientation program.
Attend all initial meetings with the project staff and subcontractor representatives to clearly define their role within the confines of the project safety program.
Conduct and document pre-planning safety meetings with each subcontractor representatives to establish safety procedures prior to subcontractor's activity on site.
Field tasks solo on a project Up to $80M.
Client interfacing.
Assist Site Safety Manager.
Establish and conduct regular (weekly) safety meetings with subcontractor representatives and with project staff to ensure proper compliance.
Facilitate training for site personnel and ensure that standards are per the OSHA\Clayco and in compliance with Federal and State standards.
Ensure and maintain a log of each subcontractor toolbox safety meeting.
Review each subcontractor's safety program and ensure that it meets or exceeds the project safety program requirements.
Ensure that each subcontractor designates a safety representative that is properly trained in subcontractor's scope of work and has the proper authority to correct safety issues.
Conduct regular daily and weekly jobsite inspections and complete the safety checklist noting safety violations and corrective actions.
Record, notify and prepare written report of any violations or unsafe practices to subcontractors for immediate correction actions.
Stop at once any violation or unsafe acts or practices.
Assist the Project Superintendent in establishing and implementing proper fire prevention, evacuation, and fire control procedures.
Investigate all incidents and generate proper reports.
Establish and maintain all required safety records.
Conduct a monthly overview safety meeting and attend project staff meetings to brief on safety issues.
Perform other duties as necessary.
Requirements
Bachelor's Degree in Safety, Environmental Health & Safety, Occupational Health and Safety, or equivalent.
6-12 years of safety experience or combination of education and years of experience in building construction, with a working knowledge of safety/environment principles and techniques.
5+ years of field experience minimum.
OSHA 30-hour construction accreditation.
OSHA 500 Outreach Trainer is a plus.
Performance of the required duties will require physical ability to climb permanent and temporary stairs, passenger use of construction personnel hoists, ability to climb ladders and negotiate work areas under construction.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
Occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
Able to work at heights, able to climb ladders, access/inspect scaffolding and roof areas.
Noise level is usually moderate to very loud.
Computer skills with familiarity with Microsoft Office.
Some Things You Should Know
This position will service our clients in Chicago, IL.
Our clients and projects are nationwide - Travel will be required.
No other builder can offer the collaborative design-build approach that Clayco does.
We work on creative, complex, award-winning, high-profile jobs.
The pace is fast!
Why Clayco?
Best Places to Work - St. Louis Business Journal, Los Angeles Business Journal, Phoenix Business Journal.
ENR - Top Midwest Contractors (#1), Top Design Build Contractors (#4), Top 400 Contractors (#23), ENR - Top Green Builders (#5).
Compensation and Benefits
Salary Range: Competitive Annual Salary based on qualifications, skills, training, experience, and location.
Discretionary Annual Bonus: Subject to company performance and individual contribution.
Comprehensive Benefits Package Including: Medical, dental and vision plans, 401k, generous PTO and paid company holidays, employee assistance program, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, disability coverage, learning & development programs and more!
Safety Manager [ND-14026]
Safety Specialist Job 8 miles from Markham
A manufacturer is looking to appoint a Safety Manager to manufacturing facilities in the Park Forest area south of Chicago. Working alongside the plant management team with support from corporate EHS resources, the successful candidate will be tasked with fostering a positive safety culture and leading site-based safety initiatives.
The Role:
Lead Health and Safety processes including risk assessments, incident investigations, and safety training and development
Maintain Safety policies and standards to ensure compliance with local, state and federal regulations
Measure, evaluate, and recommend changes on the effectiveness of hazard management systems, policies and procedures to eliminate workplace injuries
Perform site health and safety investigations to ensure proper corrective and preventative measures have been implemented
Develop and perform Safety training
The Candidate:
Minimum of 5 years' experience in Safety roles in a manufacturing environment (chemicals preferred)
Bachelor's Degree, preferably in OHS, IH, Physical Science/Engineering
Demonstrated knowledge of safety processes, compliance and regulations
Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and engage others.
Safety Director
Safety Specialist Job 22 miles from Markham
- Safety Director
Reports To: Director of Operations
FLSA: Exempt
Primarily responsible for leading and managing the company's safety initiatives and safety loss control programs, and the development of a safety and risk management culture dedicated to being best-in-class. Assures the safety program is designed to comply with OSHA and other construction industry standards.
If you are interested in the position, please email your resume to *********************
YOU WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED IF YOU DO NOT SEND YOUR RESUME VIA EMAIL
Job Duties and Responsibilities:
Leads development of and clearly articulates the company's safety vision, objectives, strategies, policies, and procedures to build a safety culture dedicated to behaviors which lead to best-in-class results.
Provides proactive leadership and assumes ownership of building a first-class safety culture by anticipating problems and providing solutions and sharing knowledge with and providing training to all levels of management, field staff, and project teams.
Creates an environment of learning, mentoring, and empowerment to promote employee engagement.
Uses logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions and conclusions, and monitors results to make improvements or take corrective actions.
Ensures safety & health training meet the needs of both internal and external requirements so staff has the safety training to safely perform tasks and duties.
Leads incident investigations.
Manages hazard assessment activities by conducting and/or supervising safety inspections and analyzing inspection and incident data to identify opportunities to develop preventative and corrective practices.
Develops annual plans and budgets for safety & health initiatives, including training for employees.
Manages all workers' compensation and vehicle claims.
Manage all client and vendor communication as it relates to safety requests.
Manages return to work and restricted work programs with the company's workers' compensation provider.
Manages administration of motor vehicle records program and the company's fleet safety program.
Responsible for all OSHA and Bureau of Labor Statistics related documentation.
Regularly inspect all personal protective equipment (PPE), including harnesses, lanyards, anchors, etc. to ensure that all equipment is in good working condition in compliance with OSHA standards.
Visit job sites continuously to ensure employees are using safe work practices in compliance with the company's safety standards.
Continually update the company's Employee Safety Handbook, Safety Data Sheets, and Toolbox Talks.
Qualifications, Competencies, & Abilities:
Structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
Excellent time management and organizational skills.
Self-motivated with the ability to work with little or no supervision.
Strong level of attention to detail.
Use logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.
Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate information and ideas, both verbally and written so others will understand.
Ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects and deadlines.
Work and communicate effectively with individuals at all levels, including executives.
Physical Demands and Working Environment:
The conditions herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.
Environment: Work is performed primarily in a standard office environment.
Physical: Primary functions require sufficient physical ability and mobility to work in an office setting; to stand or sit for prolonged periods of time; to occasionally stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, reach, and twist; to lift, carry, push, and/or pull light to moderate amounts of weight; to operate office equipment requiring repetitive hand movement and fine coordination including use of a computer keyboard; to travel to other locations using various modes of private and commercial transportation; and to verbally communicate to exchange information.
Vision: See in the normal visual range with or without correction.
Hearing: Hear in the normal audio range with or without correction.
Education and Experience:
Bachelor's degree in occupational health and safety or related field a plus.
OHSA certified with working knowledge of OSHA, DOT, and other safety regulations.
Experience with health and safety management systems.
5 plus years of experience.
Fluent with Microsoft Office Suite.
Knowledge of HVAC and piping.
If you are interested in the position, please email your resume to *********************
YOU WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED IF YOU DO NOT SEND YOUR RESUME VIA EMAIL
This does not list all the duties of the job. You may be asked by managers to perform other instructions and duties. This job description may be revised from time to time and does not constitute a contract for employment.
Environmental Health Safety Specialist
Safety Specialist Job 12 miles from Markham
From household cleaning solutions to personal care products, and food to automotive lubricants, PLZ produces more than 2,500 different aerosol and liquid products in our facilities across the continent. We know that being the partner of choice for our clients starts with being the partner of choice for our employees.
The Environmental, Health, & Safety Specialist will ensure environmental compliance matters, including periodic inspections, sampling, and reporting, are completed according to schedule. Support the EHS Manager on environmental health & safety matters. Identify training needs and deliver to department employees. Conduct and maintain reporting as needed for the PLZ Team. the role will focus more on the environmental side of things.
Key Responsibility:
Interact with all departments to lead EHS issues, with an emphasis on environmental compliance.
Develop and support implementation of environmental policies and programs.
Perform environmental incident investigations and assist in corrective actions.
Perform regular assessments and audits of environmental protection programs and recommend preventative/corrective actions where EHS hazards exist.
Maintain EHS records, KPI data, Site EHS CAPA and Network EHS CAPA
Participate in external audits concerning environmental compliance.
Act as resource for RMP program compliance.
Encourage and promote good environmental practices.
Support continuous improvement on all aspects of environmental health & safety.
Environmental Waste programs
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree with focus in environmental engineering (preferred), environmental science or health and safety.
2+ years related experience in the EHS capacity in an industrial environment preferably within process manufacturing, petrochemical or chemical manufacturing.
Chemical Manufacturing Environmental experience required
Health Physicist/Radiation Safety Officer
Safety Specialist Job 17 miles from Markham
Health Physicist/Radiation Safety Officer (RSO) at West Physics
About the Job:
Salary: Based on training and location
Hours: Full-time / full benefits
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Description of position:
West Physics has an immediate opening for a Health Physicist/Radiation Safety Officer (RSO). This position requires a solid educational background in health physics, a strong interest and aptitude for learning, and a can-do attitude with an excellent work ethic. The selected candidate should possess strong leadership and management skills. This position is best suited for someone with excellent interpersonal skills, outstanding written and verbal communication skills, the ability to work independently as well as part of a project team, and strong technical proficiency. The ability to exercise a high degree of responsibility and autonomy (once trained) is integral to this position. This position involves substantial opportunities for professional, educational, and financial growth and development; as such, the candidate must be looking for a long-term employment opportunity. Local travel will be required for this position. We strongly encourage you to apply today!
Primary Responsibilities:
Perform remote health physics tasks as assigned, primarily relating to conducting dosimetry reviews and writing licensing actions.
Maintain professional working relationships with other Remote Services teams, other departments, and administrative staff.
Answer radiation safety and health physics questions from client personnel.
Assist client personnel with radiation safety-related compliance activities.
Perform/assist in nuclear medicine, diagnostic radiology, and industrial and academic radiation safety audits.
Perform/assist in radioactive materials (RAM) licensing activities on behalf of clients, including license applications, renewals, and potential enforcement activity consulting activity and response.
Perform/assist in dosimetry review, worker and patient dose estimates, and fetal dose estimates.
Perform/assist in shielding designs and conducting shielding verification testing.
Perform/assist in leak-testing and other radiological assay and analysis operations.
Conduct/assist dose investigations and ALARA reviews.
Assist health physicists and senior health physicists with more complex consulting duties.
Data review for CT, PET, fetal dose, etc.
Other related duties as needed.
Prerequisites:
Bachelor's degree (B.S.) or Master's degree (M.S.) in Health Physics or a closely related field.
At least 3 years of Health Physics work experience in either a clinical, hospital, university or industrial health physics setting. 3+ years of experience is highly preferred.
RSO-eligible: on track towards meeting the necessary NRC and equivalent Agreement State requirements for RSO as a goal. Experience in broad-scope RAML is desirable.
Familiarity and proficiency with basic health physics activities (e.g., survey instrument used, survey technique, leak testing, dosimetry review, etc.) and a willingness and aptitude to master more advanced health physics skills and activities.
The ability to understand and apply regulations from a wide variety of State and Federal entities to a variety of client situations, as well as the ability to write effective policies and procedures, Radiation Safety Manuals, and user-friendly forms.
Effective written and oral communication skills, including the ability to be professional, courteous, convincing, or persuasive in discussions with clients, regulators, and colleagues.
Strong technical proficiency, the ability to manage multiple complex assignments concurrently and to completion, very strong attention to detail, and the ability to deliver exceptional client service.
The ability to troubleshoot problems, brainstorm options, and come to logical conclusions that best serve the company mission and its customers.
Excellent time management and organizational skills.
The ability to work well under pressure, to prioritize tasks, and to manage multiple priorities and deadlines properly.
A working knowledge of MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) as well as very good general computer skills. Familiarity with Apple computers (i.e., mac OS) and applications is a plus.
This position reports directly to the Chicago, IL field Office Director.
Benefits:
Medical/Dental/Vision/STD insurance
West Physics pays 100% of the life insurance premium
Generous vacation/sick time policy
401(k)
Flexible Spending Account - Medical and Dependent Care
7 paid holidays
Relocation Assistance
Continuing Education: Company-paid educational training & certifications
Generous meal per-diem, travel reimbursements & hotel accommodations for qualifying work travel
About West Physics:
West Physics is a nationwide provider of medical and health physics services. “WP” takes pride in offering the highest level of expertise, flexibility, and commitment to thousands of customers in 50 U.S. States, federal territories, the Caribbean, Latin America, and the Middle East. WP is headquartered in Atlanta, GA, and with the addition of numerous field office locations across the U.S. we can ensure a high level of customer service to our domestic and international clientele. Among our clientele are many major medical centers, equipment manufacturers, and accreditation bodies. We specialize in providing expert radiation safety, consulting, and testing services; and addressing complex technical and regulatory problems for clients around the world. WP maintains the very finest test equipment and computational and administrative resources to serve and support our technical staff.
Because of our absolute commitment to both technical and service quality, West Physics has grown from serving a single local client in 2002 to serving thousands of client sites to date. We are a dynamic, fast-growing company which have been recognized by the Inc. 5,000 a total of 10 times as one of the fastest-growing companies. West Physics is committed to the highest standards of ethics in everything that we do. We believe strongly that our customers are entitled to fair treatment and absolute honesty in every transaction. Therefore, we are a proud member of the U.S. Better Business Bureau and have earned their highest possible ranking (A+).
A criminal background check will be performed prior to employment.
Interested candidates should submit their resumes to *******************************.
West Physics Mission Statement
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To be the pre-eminent provider of medical and health physics services by delivering outstanding, relentlessly improving customer service and technical expertise, and in so doing, to improve the happiness of our customers and the quality of medical diagnosis and radiation safety for as many human beings as possible
.”
Equal Opportunity Employer Veterans/Disabled
Safety Manager
Safety Specialist Job 18 miles from Markham
Job Title: Safety Manager
Salary: $85,000- $95,000
LHH Recruitment Solutions is currently seeking a Safety Manager to join our client's organization in the Cicero, IL area.
Key Responsibilities:
Develop and manage health and safety programs.
Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal safety regulations.
Conduct safety training for employees.
Maintain safety documentation and investigate incidents.
Oversee Workers Compensation cases.
Perform regular safety audits and inspections.
Provide guidance on risk management and hazard control.
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in occupational safety or a related field.
At least 5 years of experience in a safety management role.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
Excellent communication and leadership skills.
Certified Safety Professional (CSP) is preferred.
Bilingual in Spanish and English.
Willingness to travel as required.
Benefits:
Competitive salary.
Annual performance bonus.
Retirement plan with company contributions.
Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
Generous paid time off.
LHH is a leader in permanent recruitment-and in the placement of top talent. Our areas of specialty include office administration, customer service, human resources, engineering, and supply chain and logistics. Please feel to check us out and apply for other opportunities if this role isn't a perfect match.
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Director of Safety And Security
Safety Specialist Job 17 miles from Markham
The Director of Safety and Security is responsible for senior level management of the daily Safety and Security operations which includes corporate security staff, third- party security vendors, and law enforcement partners.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Oversight of the Daily Security Operation including the Safety and Security (SAS) Team including Security Specialists, Security Inspectors, and our 24/7 Emergency Services Operations Center (ESOC).
Develop, administer, and maintain standard operating procedures to assure safety and security of residents, employees, and stakeholders of CHA.
Proactively develop and lead physical operational safety and security measures concerning the Chicago Housing Authority and its employees, residents, contractors, and stakeholders
Oversight and management of 3rd party contractors and vendors within the Security and Emergency Services Budget
Ensure Security contract compliance , proper invoicing, and regular accountability meetings with our security vendors.
Assess, create, and maintain security protocols and guidelines for programs such as employee safety, visitor management, emergency preparedness and recovery, duress notifications, threat assessment, and staff safety awareness training.
Liaison with our Law Enforcement partners and inter- governmental agencies.
Assist in management of the security and threat assessment process.
Partners with internal departments during construction and design to ensure a consistent security approach and best practices.
Participates in local security groups, advisory groups, and resident groups that focus on property level security issues.
Coordinates with the Office of Emergency Management & Communication while planning for and during emergency situations as needed.
The employee in this position must be available for on-call duty 24-hours a day, work long hours if needed in all environmental conditions.
QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor's degree in criminal justice or related field required. 5+ years of progressive security experience required. Knowledge of physical security, security assessments, guard operations, and security technology required. Must have served in a Command/ Head position within a Security Function. Must possess excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills. Must be willing to be on-call and available 24/7.
Salary Range: $110,000 - $125,000
Grade: S10
FLSA: Exempt
Union: None
Industrial Hygienist
Safety Specialist Job 17 miles from Markham
Industrial Hygienist - Building Materials
Job type: Permanent
Comp: Starting at 120K Our client is a leading company in the Building Materials Industry, known for its commitment to safety, quality, and sustainability. As part of their ongoing efforts to ensure a safe and compliant working environment for all employees, they are seeking a skilled Industrial Hygienist. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced CIH-certified professional to join an established team and make a tangible impact on workplace safety.
Qualifications:
Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH) certification is required.
Bachelor's degree in Industrial Hygiene, Environmental Health, Safety Science, or a related field.
3+ years of experience as an Industrial Hygienist, with a strong preference for candidates with experience in the building materials industry (construction materials, manufacturing, or similar industries).
In-depth knowledge of industry-specific health hazards, including respiratory protection, silica exposure, noise, and chemical handling in manufacturing environments.
Expertise in the use of industrial hygiene monitoring equipment (e.g., personal air samplers, noise dosimeters, dust monitoring systems).
Comprehensive knowledge of regulatory standards, including OSHA (29 CFR 1910 & 1926), EPA, NIOSH, and other relevant health and safety standards.
Strong data analysis skills, with the ability to interpret complex industrial hygiene data and communicate actionable insights.
Ability to develop, implement, and oversee workplace health programs aimed at improving safety and reducing risks.
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to train and advise employees, management, and stakeholders on health and safety issues.
If this sounds like the next exciting opportunity for you, APPLY NOW!
Health And Safety Consultant
Safety Specialist Job 17 miles from Markham
ERM is seeking an EHS Consultant to join our growing Performance & Assurance technical team in Chicago, IL. In this role, you will provide project support, task management and technical assistance on health and safety compliance projects, safety management systems, safety oversight, process safety management, and compliance assurance programs for clients. Local and national clients served will be generally in manufacturing, chemical, semiconductor, power, oil and gas, and food sectors. This is an excellent career opportunity to work with an expert consulting team on challenging EHS management projects for large industrial and global clients. You would have access to ERM's national Performance & Assurance experts provide knowledge sharing of best practices across the industry and ongoing learning opportunities for our team. Some travel will be expected.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Provide technical assistance on safety-related compliance projects, safety management system development and implementation, safety oversight, safety auditing, with focus on exposure monitoring assistance, safe permitting assessments and process safety management.
Develop and assess safety programs procedures, plans, permits, and reports.
Assess regulatory compliance across various safety programs and environmental media, with emphasis on PSM, RMP and combustible dust.
Perform compliance audits and implement follow-up corrective actions to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
Design and implement safety management systems and programs for clients.
Conduct training, field coaching, and assessment for safety performance improvement projects.
Provide on-site EHS compliance support at client facilities.
Manage multiple projects within scope/budget/schedule expectations and ensure quality standards on project deliverables.
Support ERM Partners-in-Charge and other Project Managers to effectively manage and deliver projects.
Effectively steward and build client relationships leading to repeat business.
Build strong collaborative relationships with other ERM employees.
REQUIREMENTS:
BS in chemical engineering, safety engineering, or related discipline.
2 to 5 years of health and Safety or risk field experience in industrial environments, preferably in process plants. Oil & gas, food, or chemical sector experience desired.
Professional registrations/certifications (CIH, ASP/CSP, CHMM, OHST, PE) highly preferred.
Strong knowledge of OSHA PSM/EPA RMP a plus.
Demonstrated ability to provide detailed regulatory interpretation of federal and state OSHA regulations.
Excellent communication, interpersonal, MS Office computer, and analytical skills; experienced in writing comprehensive technical reports.
Experience maintaining corporate management standards (either as a consultant or an internal compliance officer).
Ability to multi-task, maintain flexibility, travel, and work independently with minimal supervision.
For the Consultant, EHS position, we anticipate the annual base pay of $68,800 - $89,986 USD. An employee's pay position within this range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, performance, shift, travel requirements, sales or revenue-based metrics, and business or organizational needs.
We also may have instances where compensation may be outside of the range, based on the factors noted above
. This job is also eligible for an annual discretionary based performance bonus.
We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, paid parental leave, medical, dental, vision, life, disability and AD&D insurance, 401(k) or RRSP/DPSP, and any other benefits to eligible employees as applicable.
You can apply for this role through ********************************** or through the internal careers portal if you are a current employee.
Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, or any other form of compensation that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company's sole discretion, consistent with the law.
Who We Are:
As the largest global pure play sustainability consultancy, we partner with the world's leading organizations, creating innovative solutions to sustainability challenges and unlocking commercial opportunities that meet the needs of today while preserving opportunity for future generations.
At ERM we know that creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive work environment is an essential part of making our company a great place to build a career. We also see our diversity as a strength that helps us create better solutions for our clients. Our diverse team of world-class experts supports clients across the breadth of their organizations to operationalize sustainability, underpinned by our deep technical expertise in addressing their environmental, health, safety, risk and social issues. We call this capability our “boots to boardroom” approach for its comprehensive service model that allows ERM to develop strategic and technical solutions that advance objectives on the ground or at the executive level.
Please submit your resume and brief cover letter. Based on review of these responses, shortlisted candidates will be invited for interviews.
ERM does not accept recruiting agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to our jobs alias, ERM employees or any other company location. ERM is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.
ERM is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.
Thank you for your interest in ERM!
Environmental Health & Safety Specialist
Safety Specialist Job 46 miles from Markham
Title: Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Specialist
Hire Type: Direct-hire, Onsite
Target Salary Range: $85,000 - $95,000/year base
The EHS Specialist will develop and maintain safety and environmental programs to ensure regulatory compliance in a manufacturing facility. Responsibilities include conducting audits, risk assessments, training, and incident investigations to promote a safe work environment. The role involves working with all departments to improve safety performance and foster a safety-first culture.
Job Duties:
Implement safety policies, conduct audits, lead incident investigations, ensure PPE compliance, and manage emergency preparedness plans.
Ensure adherence to environmental regulations, manage waste disposal, monitor environmental data, and lead sustainability efforts.
Deliver safety training, promote a safety culture, and support employee wellness programs.
Maintain EHS records, submit reports, and ensure regulatory compliance.
Collaborate with teams on projects to enhance safety and reduce environmental impact.
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Occupational Safety, or related field.
3+ years of EHS experience in a manufacturing environment is required.
Knowledge of OSHA, EPA, and relevant regulations.
CSP, CIH, or similar certification preferred.
Strong communication and organizational skills. Proficient in Microsoft Office and EHS software.
Ability to work onsite in Vernon Hills, IL (must be local to Chicago area).
Environment, Health and Safety Manager
Safety Specialist Job 32 miles from Markham
Our client, a leader in the production of aerosol products, is looking for a Environmental, Health, Safety, and Regulatory Manager to join their growing team!
Shift: M-F (8a-5p)
Pay: $110-120k
Responsibilities
Develop, manage, and maintain Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) policies and procedures while incorporating accountability and responsibility for EHS performance into all levels of leadership and at a personal level for each employee.
Ensure that EHS policies and procedures are incorporated into the foundation of all department operations.
Conduct and lead MESH Assessments, PSM/RMP audits, PHA revalidation audits, and other EHS related audits.
Complete timely and accurate EPA, OSHA, FRA, DOT compliance reports
Conduct and lead accident/incident investigations and use the company's cause mapping methodology to arrive at permanent corrective actions.
Investigate incidents that lead to accidents or injuries and evaluate the corrective actions that were made to remedy the root cause(s) identified during an investigation.
Focus on the effects of chemical and physical agents.
Recognize, evaluate, and control these agents to keep people from becoming sick or injured.
Recommend changes to keep workers from being exposed to sickness or injuries.
Lead waste minimization and emissions reduction programs.
Responsible for compliance with Federal regulators such as, but not limited to: DHS, DOT, EPA, FRA, and OSHA.
Requirements
Bachelor's degree required
Minimum of 5 years of experience with risk and sustainability, ISO 14001, OSHAS18001, or ISO14501
Interim Environmental Health & Safety Manager
Safety Specialist Job 17 miles from Markham
Our client, an industry-leading CPG company (great for anyone with a sweet tooth!) in Chicago, is seeking an Interim Environmental Health & Safety Manager to support their global manufacturing plants. This global company is continuously expanding and is focused on incorporating advanced environmental sustainability strategies, community outreach and comprehensive safety procedures.
You will be responsible for all environmental compliance, waste management and safety programs. This role will also include continuous improvement projects and initiatives in addition to working directly with OSHA, EPA and DEQ on a state and federal scale.
This is a long-term contract opportunity, full-time hours, and requires about 50% of travel, mostly domestic, but some international. The ideal candidate will sit in Chicago and will convert in a matter of months!
Interim Environmental Health & Safety Manager Responsibilities:
Build an environmental safety and health compliance program for all areas of the new plant during construction phases and beyond
Maintain the existing corporate safety program and implement new improvements
Ensure safety protocols are followed across all associates at the plant and manage all large-scale incident investigations or accidents
Act as the site leadership for all EHS and drive a culture focused on safety and sustainability
Develop process improvement objectives and strategies to better execute environmental and safety initiatives from a high level and communicate with key leadership to drive change
Manage multiple direct reports to execute on safety and environmental work
Requirements:
4+ years' experience in an EHS position
Proven performance in environmental engineering and waste management, specifically with wastewater
Bachelor's degree required
Master's degree in related field highly preferred
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both oral and written
If you are interested in this opportunity and meet the above requirements, please apply today!
Thank you,
Missy Stella
Senior Unit Manager
LaSalle Network
LaSalle Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer m/f/d/v.
LaSalle Network is the leading provider of direct hire and temporary staffing services. For over two decades, LaSalle has helped organizations hire faster and connect top talent with opportunities, from entry-level positions to the C-suite. With units specializing in Accounting and Finance, Administrative, Marketing, Technology, Supply chain, Healthcare Revenue Cycle, Call Center, Human Resources and Executive Search. LaSalle offers staffing and recruiting solutions to companies of all sizes and across all industries.
LaSalle Network is the premier staffing and recruiting firm, earning over 100 culture, revenue and industry-based awards from major publications and having its company experts regularly contribute insights on retention strategies, hiring trends and hiring challenges, and more to national news outlets. LaSalle Network offers temporary Field Employees benefit plans including medical, dental and vision coverage. Family Medical Leave, Worker's compensation, Paid Leave and Sick Leave are also provided. View a full list of our benefits here: ********************************************************************************************************
Senior Safety Consultant
Safety Specialist Job 17 miles from Markham
We are looking for a Sr. Safety Consultant!
The Senior Safety Consultant is responsible for evaluating workplace safety conditions, developing safety programs, ensuring compliance with OSHA and other safety regulations, and conducting safety training. This role requires a deep understanding of industry-specific safety standards and practices to help clients minimize workplace hazards and improve overall safety performance.
Qualifications
5+ years experience Safety in manufacturing industry
2+ years experience in construction safety
CSP (Construction Safety professional) certification is preferred but not required
Associate Safety Professional (ASP) certification is preferred but not required
Construction Health and Safety Technician (CHST) is preferred but not required
Benefits
BCBS health insurance, with company contributions, along with dental and vision
20 days PTO
Paid volunteer days
Flexible work schedule
Mileage paid
$100 stipend each month for incidentals
Company IRA with company match
Diversity of experiences-we work with a little bit of everything
Flexible schedule management
Growth opportunities
Safety Manager
Safety Specialist Job 17 miles from Markham
Safety Manager
Pay: Up to $100k + 15% bonus
Industry: Food Manufacturing
Key Qualifications for the Safety Manager Role in Food Manufacturing:
Food Manufacturing Experience:
Safety management in food production.
Knowledge of FDA, USDA, HACCP, and SQF standards.
Familiarity with food processing, packaging, and sanitation protocols.
Certifications and Compliance:
CSP/CIH certification preferred.
Strong knowledge of OSHA standards, HACCP, and GMP training.
Risk Management:
Skilled in hazard identification, safety audits, and accident investigations.
Proven ability to develop preventive measures.
Safety Systems Expertise:
Experience implementing safety programs and machine safeguarding.
Proficiency with safety tools and reporting software.
Leadership & Communication:
Strong team training and collaboration skills.
Clear communicator across organizational levels.
Emergency Response:
Experience with chemical spills, equipment malfunctions, and emergency plans.
First aid/CPR knowledge.
Senior Safety Manager, Self-Perform Construction
Safety Specialist Job 23 miles from Markham
Responsible for leading the safety teams on self-perform projects and partnering with the Director, Safety and senior management to drive an organizational agenda to ensure a world-class safety culture and zero injury safety system.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Meaningfully contribute to developing an effective Health and Safety strategy and program for the organization and its construction projects; reinforce safety messaging and the zero-injury safety culture.
In conjunction with the Director, Safety, division leaders and recruiting team, determine and meet safety resource/staffing requirements in support of the business/ project requirements; drive the safety selection and hiring process for safety professionals.
Provide active coaching and mentoring to safety resources to ensure they develop the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities and perform at a high level; confront underperformers as needed and offboard those who consistently fail to meet expectations.
During the pursuit, pre-construction, and execution phases of projects, ensure minimized risk, company compliance and administration of Corporate, State, Federal, Local and Industry safety standards, laws, and guidelines identified in all aspects of projects, including:
Provide guidance/advice to safety management and project management in review of customer technical documents and preparation of site-specific safety plans.
Regularly participate in internal monthly project status meetings, visit project sites and provide feedback to site and senior management for opportunities for performance/culture improvement and compliance.
Supports and coaches trade contractors to improve their safety programs and outcomes.
Maintain a strong line of communication with the executive leadership team, operations and execution teams on all matters related to safety; asks hard questions regarding safety inclusion in project planning and execution and pushes back, as needed.
Partner with the Operational Excellence Committee to ensure we are incorporating Safety best practices into our performance excellence standards and “Graycor Way” playbook.
In conjunction with the Director, Safety, ensure the Safety and Health policies, procedures, manuals, tools, and resources are maintained and meet the evolving needs of the business.
Analyze metrics and identify trends to make recommendations and inform organizational decision-making on the direction of Health and Safety programs.
Participate in local and national industry safety committees to identify emerging tools, resources, regulatory changes, and thought leadership as benchmarks to evaluate and continuously improve our Health and Safety program.
Actively participate in ACIG (the Company's captive insurance group) safety peer groups.
Serve as the lead when interacting with OSHA and other safety regulatory agencies; maintain a safety information system capable of meeting OSHA and company information requirements.
Serve as technical resource for questions, research, and changes in the OSHA and various state safety and health codes.
Other duties as assigned.
POSITION REQUIREMENTS
An undergraduate degree in occupational safety, construction management, or related degree or the equivalent job-related experience to be able to perform the functions of the position.
Ten (10) plus years of previous construction safety experience supporting projects across the country; previous experience with both self-perform and heavy industrial construction work environment strongly preferred.
Certified Safety Professional (CSP) and OSHA 500 or 510 certification preferred.
Strong software skills including MS Outlook, Teams Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Procore; strong report writing skills required.
This position requires confidence, independent action, initiative, a controlled sense of urgency, and the ability to partner and collaborate with senior operations managers, and project teams.
Effective oral and written communication skills required; ability to facilitate training sessions or meetings with a large group of craft and staff employees.
Effective management, coaching, and interpersonal skills with the ability to influence and interact with client representatives, project managers, superintendents and state/federal OSHA officials required.
Strong attention to detail, organizational skills and the ability manage multiple, competing priorities.
Be willing to travel regularly to project sites as needed.
Safety and Health Representative
Safety Specialist Job 27 miles from Markham
Job Description Safety and Health Representative - 240002T4 **Description** Build Your Career. Build America's Future. Vulcan Materials Company is the nation's largest producer of construction aggregates and a major producer of aggregates-based construction materials including asphalt and ready-mixed concrete. When you join Vulcan, it's more than starting an exciting career - you get to make a difference for millions of people every day across the country.
When you join Vulcan, you join a dynamic culture in which career development is encouraged, excellence is rewarded and diversity is valued. No matter the role or the location across the country, every member of the Vulcan team lives through the Vulcan Way: doing the right thing, the right way, at the right time .
What You'll Do:
Champion Safety. Take an active role at the forefront of the workforce prioritizing safety for yourself and others to ensure all assigned plants have zero accidents and are in total compliance with all Vulcan and MSHA policies and procedures.
Conduct Inspections and Audits. Conduct MSHA and OSHA compliance inspections, audits, and accident/incident investigations; develop inspection and audit checklists; participate in management systems audits and plant inspections; Assist the Regions in developing, implementing, and auditing management systems to prevent losses. Track and follow-up audit findings.
Monitor Health and Safety Regulations. Stay ahead of all existing and proposed changes in occupational health and safety regulations; interpret and apply MSHA and OSHA regulations to all plants and operations.
Identify Risks. Identify and evaluate risks associated with the surface or underground mining, asphalt, ready-mix, heavy-duty ships and transportation, and processing of construction materials.
Investigate Accidents. Participate in investigations of accidents and near misses and the identification of root causes and corrective actions; accurately maintain a database of injury and safety information.
Administer Programs and Training. Assist in developing and administering programs, such as Division and Company Safety and Health Programs and Policies, the Industrial Hygiene/Occupational Health program, Emergency Response Planning, the Continuous Materials Inventory program, Accident Prevention Initiatives, and Regulatory Compliance training.
**Additional Responsibilities.** Other duties as assigned.
**Qualifications**
Skills You'll Need:
Experience. Previous experience in an industrial environment or mining/aggregates industry in either surface or underground operations is required.
Operational Knowledge. Knowledge of mining, and/or landfill operations is preferred. Must have knowledge in methods of preventions of incidents, occupational injuries, illnesses, and property loss. Must demonstrate knowledge of Loss Control principles.
Regulation Knowledge. Must have a working knowledge of MSHA, OSHA general industry and construction,and DOT regulations.
Problem-Solving Skills. Must possess excellent hazard recognition skills, working with different partners to address the challenges and problems ensuring accurate, safe, and efficient solutions.
Technology Skills. Must have strong computer skills, including Word, PowerPoint, Access, Excel, and cell phones. Must be able to use various and highly sophisticated computerized devices.
Great Company Culture. Our people share a competitive drive for , in an environment of trust, teamwork, open-mindedness and communication.
Safe. Industry leader in health and safety standards. to creating a safe work environment and protecting all employees and customers.
Meaningful Work. What sets up apart is the work we do impacts daily lives - and every employee contributes. Our aggregates produced are used to build roads, schools, hospitals, airports, and housing .
Health Benefits. Medical, Dental, Vision programs, .
Rest and Relaxation. Paid vacation, personal floating days, and paid holidays.
Prepare for the Future. 401(k) with company match and contribution.
Training and Development. We see , and helping our employees meet their goals, as a key part of our business.
*Vulcan Materials Company is committed to employing a diverse workforce. You will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, or disability. You also have the right to be free from discrimination for medical needs arising from pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions.*
*NOTICE TO TEMPORARY STAFFING AGENCIES, PLACEMENT SERVICES AND PROFESSIONAL RECRUITERS*
*Vulcan Materials Company has an internal recruiting department. Please review our as it relates to the use of temporary staffing agencies, placement services and professional recruiters.*
**Primary Location**
: Illinois-Naperville