Safety Specialist

This position is with our company Fab-Tech, which manufactures PermaShield Pipe (PSP®), a revolutionary hybrid fluoropolymer coated stainless steel duct system recognized worldwide as the premier solution for corrosive and hazardous fume exhaust needs. PermaShield Pipe is a fully engineered, modular fume exhaust system that combines the reliability of stainless steel with the superior corrosion resistance of Fab-Tech's proprietary PermaShield Fluoropolymer Barrier Coating. PSP carries a highly regarded FM4922 approval as well.

Fab-Tech, Inc. in Colchester, Vermont, employs an exceptional team of hardworking, quality focused individuals, a number of whom have been here since the very beginning, 30 years ago! We are passionate about safety and committed to providing our customers with the best, safest, most environmentally responsible products in the industry.

We are looking for a Safety Specialist with experience in a manufacturing industry to join our amazing team in Colchester, VT!
As the Safety Specialist, you will implement and coordinate environmental/safety programs to protect the safety of our employees, reduce risk and liability for the corporation, and minimize impacts to the environment. You will do this by ensuring all regulatory requirements that impact the business are met, create and facilitate employee safety trainings, perform incident investigations, generate health and safety assessment reports, and lead the safety committee. You will be a great communicator, trainer and coach to employees on safety standards and enforcing procedures. You are a positive person who has a passion for safety and people, and you adjust well in a growing, changing manufacturing environment. If interested, there will be opportunities to share knowledge with the safety team at our sister company in Phoenix, AZ!

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Complete and submit all regulatory forms and reports in an accurate and timely manner to be 100% compliant to local, state, and federal laws.
• Evaluate site safety program and recommend necessary improvements for implementation.
• Identify training needs and conduct or coordinate safety trainings as it relates to occupational safety, environmental protection, and hazardous materials.
• Perform new hire safety orientation as part of our onboarding process.
• Proactively find means to increase employee health and safety with the goal of reducing accidents and severity of injuries thus increasing productivity. Ex- encouraging the value of early incident/injury reporting.
• Conduct and communicate incident investigation findings to minimize reoccurrence, assure the preparation of accident reports, and confirm closure of corrective actions.
• Coordinate and work with Operations in supporting company safety committee, environmental committees, and Site Leadership Team.
• Develop a company safety culture where environmental, health and safety issues are openly discussed, and safety suggestions are responded to in a timely manner. Be a sounding board for environmental, health and safety concerns of the employees and company as a whole.
• Perform safety audits in support of compliance assurance activities, including internal audits and provide recommendations to improve audit scores.
• Assist with safety & ergonomic program implementation, identify gaps, and provide guidance on improvement opportunities.
• Coordinate with your Safety team colleagues at our sister companies to maintain consistency across the organization.
• Other duties as assigned.

WHAT YOU WILL NEED TO BE SUCCESSFUL

• Associate's or Bachelor’s degree in Environmental/Occupational Health and Safety or a relevant field, preferred
• Motivated Self-Starter
• Experience with Safety in a Manufacturing Facility
• Ability to work effectively with a diverse workforce
• Current knowledge of state, federal, and local regulations
• OSHA certification or CSP designation preferred
• Excellent communication skills and ability to deliver engaging trainings
• Critical thinking and creative problem-solving skills
• Diplomacy, tact, and good judgment
• Detail orientated and highly organized
• Experience in a manufacturing organization is preferred

PHYSICAL DEMANDS*

• Sit and work on a computer for long periods of time
• Standing, walking and physical presence in production areas
• Safety glasses and other required protection must be worn in the production area
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU

• Competitive Compensation
• Bonus Program
• Health Care: Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible Spending Account Options, and Health Savings Account that includes a company contribution.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match
• Company Sponsored Short/Long-Term Disability
• Life and AD&D Insurance
• Paid Time-Off & 9 Paid Holidays
• Free Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Tuition Assistance

THERE’S MORE!
Onsite Physical Therapy, Onsite Resource Coordinator, Income Advance Loan Program, Employee Recognition, Fitness Club Discount, Wellness Incentive, Birthday and Service Recognition, Food Trucks and fun activities all year long!

#ExyteCareersAreExciting

CPS (an Exyte Group Company) is a group of manufacturing and design companies providing innovative product solutions to the semiconductor, life science, chemical processing, gas systems, wastewater, mining, power generation and other industries. We provide a broad range of products & services including liquid, chemical, and gas storage, blending, and delivery control, pre-fabricated high purity process utility modules, corrosive fume exhaust duct, and airflow control devices. With the breadth of our product offerings and engineering capabilities we can offer broad turnkey solutions or targeted niche products depending on our customer’s needs and desires.

BENEFITS:
Critical Process System Group offers competitive compensation and a complete benefits package that includes: Annual Performance-Based Bonuses, Pay Based on Skill Level and Overtime Potential – Earn Extra Money! Medical, Dental, Vision, Health Savings Account, Short/Long Term Disability, Life and AD&D Insurance. 401k deferral and match program, PTO and Paid Holidays and Employee Assistance Program.

Extras:
Perfect Attendance Recognition with Monetary Awards, Discounted Gym Membership, Paid Volunteer Time Off, Above & Beyond Recognition, Free Boots and Company Gear, Wellness Program with challenges, incentives and rewards all year!

Just for Fun: Taco Truck Day, Wellness Fair, Cornhole Tournaments, Fun Contests with Prizes, Birthday Recognition, Smoothie Truck Day

If you are looking for a future with a company known for its inventiveness and passion for progress, look no further...... your career is right here!