Health and Safety Specialist

Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated Safety Specialist to promote a culture of safety, quality, compliance, and continuous improvement in our facility. The ideal candidate will be knowledgeable about the layout of the facility and capable of completing tasks independently while coaching non-English speaking vendors and technical advisors on regulatory requirements.

ResponsibilitiesPromote a culture of safety, quality, compliance, and continuous improvement.Know the layout of the facility and complete duties independently.Coach non-English speaking vendors and technical advisors on regulatory requirements while commissioning equipment.Master OHS processes and confidently use OHS equipment such as gas monitors and sound meters.Conduct OHS audits and inspections for eyewash stations, emergency showers, and fire extinguishers without supervision.Conduct OHS trainings, orientations, and on-boarding as needed.Respond to incidents, implement containment actions, and gather information for incident investigations.Investigate OHS incidents independently, identify corrective/preventative actions, classify them, and file them properly.Produce high-quality OHS Incident Reports and other reports consistently.Monitor processes for regulatory compliance and have a base knowledge of regulatory standards and good industry practices.Create OHS programs or training materials, identify training needs, and assist in creating a thorough training/employee evaluation process.Partner with production supervisors, managers, and frontline employees to support strategy implementation.Apply thorough OHS Technician knowledge and skills to specific areas and tasks.Spot, report, and prevent incidents on site; communicate clearly and interactively with employees, and coach them.Write daily, monthly, and annual OHS incident reports.Walk various processes and environments, build relationships with employees, supervisors, and managers, and become familiar with various machines, equipment, and production processes.Utilize various Behavior Based Programs to promote proactive solutions.Support areas across the plant in driving the adoption of 6S practices.Work effectively and efficiently in both team-based and independent working environments to reduce costs and add value to the organization.Proactively identify and act on opportunities for continuous improvement.Essential Skills2+ years of experience in a related field.Proficient in MS Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook).Working-level knowledge of the English language, including reading, writing, and speaking.Solid listening and communication skills.Adaptability and ability to interact and create cohesion with team members.Ability to deal with complexity and ambiguity.Professional demeanor and personable attitude.Additional Skills & QualificationsHigh School Diploma or GED required.Bachelor of Science degree in Occupational Safety and Health, Biology, Chemistry, or a related science or technical field from an accredited college or university preferred.OSHA 10 hr. or 30 hr. certification preferred.Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $28.00 - $28.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in De Soto,KS.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 4, 2025.

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\n About Aerotek:\n\n

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

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Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

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The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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