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Lead Site Safety Specialist (Prospect, CT)
Our client in Prospect, CT is currently hiring a new role, a Site Safety Specialist, role will report to the Plant Manager.
This candidate must have a strong safety background, not a recent graduate. They must establish and drive the safety culture at facility. Role will be responsible for coordinating the safety activities throughout the facility. This includes being directly responsible for the implementation, maintenance, and improvement of the facility safety and health, as well as their policies, and procedures. Shift: Monday – Friday 8-5, possible to have to adjust to train on 2nd shift. 60 Employees/2 shifts on site.
Duties And Responsibilities
Oversees the safety program and initiates activities that will improve the level of safety.
Develop and administer safety training for all employees (including outside sales personnel, office, etc.).
Conduct timely accident/incident investigations and ensure timely reporting to plant management and Safety Manager.
Ensure that all corrective actions and recommendations of safety committee meetings are completed and communicated within established time frames.
Reviews and updates the safety policies and procedures in accordance with Company goals and in compliance with local, state, and federal regulations and guidelines.
Maintain Hazcom requirements and keep SDS data current.
Coordinate Industrial Hygiene surveys as required (air, noise, ergonomics, etc.).
Ensure that SOP/ JSA’s & LOTO procedures are completed for all new processes, materials, and equipment before use.
Review safety related documents and narratives such as Safety Committee minutes, inspection reports, forklift inspection checklists, accident investigation reports, and near miss reports.
Keep records of all employee training, corrections of unsafe conditions, and dates and results of workplace inspections. Submit necessary documentation to the corporate office for recordkeeping.
Maintain all weekly, monthly, and yearly safety inspections.
Maintain all hazardous material and hazardous material area checks.
Oversee all yearly updates to the safety program, including the Safety Manual, Injury Illness Prevention Plan, Emergency Procedures Manual, and the Emergency Contingency Plan
Required Skills/Abilities/Knowledge
Effective written and verbal communication skills.
Knowledge of OSHA regulations and occupational plant safety requirements.
Experience with formal problem solving and root cause analysis.
Ability to function in a team environment, work well with others, handles multiple priorities and projects as necessary.
Strong proficiency in MS Office, Benchmark operation a plus.
Basic mathematics and data analysis skills.
Knowledge of CPR, BBP and First Aid.
Able to keep on track despite difficulties or barriers that may be encountered. Addresses conflict to find common ground solutions.
Continuous Improvement.
Retains a mindset of always striving to make things better. Applies continuous improvement tools and processes to every aspect of the role.
Customer Focus.
Listens to understand the needs of customers (internal and external). Builds trusting relationships and seeks innovative solutions for all customers. Always has the customer’s needs top of mind.
Understands individual strengths and opportunity areas and seeks development opportunities to leverage strengths and lean into opportunity areas. Open to both giving and receiving feedback.
Drives for Results.
Always has a sense of urgency to solve problems with actions. Seeks to align goals with attainment of organizational strategy. Has a sense of ownership and personal accountability for actions taken.
Education And Experience
Associate degree (two-year college or technical school) required, bachelor’s degree in environmental science, safety, or related field preferred.
Three years proven experience in EHS, ISO, OSHA PSM, standards and regulations, manufacturing environment preferred.
Client Is enables building professionals to construct high-quality building insulation systems at a minimal cost. . Backed by one of the largest building material companies in the country, their advantages include End-to-end consulting and original equipment manufacturing, and products that
effectively drive energy efficiency and sustainability in commercial and residential applications.
As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability. As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account. In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan. Click here for more information on benefits and perks that may be available to you as a member of the Kelly Talent Community.
Why Kelly® Engineering?
Your engineering skills are in demand, but how do you find the right fit? Easy. At Kelly Engineering, our team creates expert talent solutions to solve the world’s most critical challenges. We connect you with leading organizations where you can collaborate on innovative projects, work with cutting-edge technologies and accelerate your growth. Whether you prefer the variety and flexibility of short-term projects or are looking for a long-term opportunity, we’re here to guide you to the next step in your engineering career.
About Kelly
Work changes everything. And at Kelly, we’re obsessed with where it can take you. To us, it’s about more than simply accepting your next job opportunity. It’s the fuel that powers every next step of your life. It’s the ripple effect that changes and improves everything for your family, your community, and the world. Which is why, here at Kelly, we are dedicated to providing you with limitless opportunities to enrich your life—just ask the 300,000 people we employ each year.
Kelly Services is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We welcome, value, and embrace diversity at all levels and are committed to building a team that is inclusive of a variety of backgrounds, communities, perspectives, and abilities. At Kelly, we believe that the more inclusive we are, the better services we can provide. Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to Kelly’s Human Resource Knowledge Center. Kelly complies with the requirements of California’s state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment.
Our client in Prospect, CT is currently hiring a new role, a Site Safety Specialist, role will report to the Plant Manager.
This candidate must have a strong safety background, not a recent graduate. They must establish and drive the safety culture at facility. Role will be responsible for coordinating the safety activities throughout the facility. This includes being directly responsible for the implementation, maintenance, and improvement of the facility safety and health, as well as their policies, and procedures. Shift: Monday – Friday 8-5, possible to have to adjust to train on 2nd shift. 60 Employees/2 shifts on site.
Duties And Responsibilities
Oversees the safety program and initiates activities that will improve the level of safety.
Develop and administer safety training for all employees (including outside sales personnel, office, etc.).
Conduct timely accident/incident investigations and ensure timely reporting to plant management and Safety Manager.
Ensure that all corrective actions and recommendations of safety committee meetings are completed and communicated within established time frames.
Reviews and updates the safety policies and procedures in accordance with Company goals and in compliance with local, state, and federal regulations and guidelines.
Maintain Hazcom requirements and keep SDS data current.
Coordinate Industrial Hygiene surveys as required (air, noise, ergonomics, etc.).
Ensure that SOP/ JSA’s & LOTO procedures are completed for all new processes, materials, and equipment before use.
Review safety related documents and narratives such as Safety Committee minutes, inspection reports, forklift inspection checklists, accident investigation reports, and near miss reports.
Keep records of all employee training, corrections of unsafe conditions, and dates and results of workplace inspections. Submit necessary documentation to the corporate office for recordkeeping.
Maintain all weekly, monthly, and yearly safety inspections.
Maintain all hazardous material and hazardous material area checks.
Oversee all yearly updates to the safety program, including the Safety Manual, Injury Illness Prevention Plan, Emergency Procedures Manual, and the Emergency Contingency Plan
Required Skills/Abilities/Knowledge
Effective written and verbal communication skills.
Knowledge of OSHA regulations and occupational plant safety requirements.
Experience with formal problem solving and root cause analysis.
Ability to function in a team environment, work well with others, handles multiple priorities and projects as necessary.
Strong proficiency in MS Office, Benchmark operation a plus.
Basic mathematics and data analysis skills.
Knowledge of CPR, BBP and First Aid.
Able to keep on track despite difficulties or barriers that may be encountered. Addresses conflict to find common ground solutions.
Continuous Improvement.
Retains a mindset of always striving to make things better. Applies continuous improvement tools and processes to every aspect of the role.
Customer Focus.
Listens to understand the needs of customers (internal and external). Builds trusting relationships and seeks innovative solutions for all customers. Always has the customer’s needs top of mind.
Understands individual strengths and opportunity areas and seeks development opportunities to leverage strengths and lean into opportunity areas. Open to both giving and receiving feedback.
Drives for Results.
Always has a sense of urgency to solve problems with actions. Seeks to align goals with attainment of organizational strategy. Has a sense of ownership and personal accountability for actions taken.
Education And Experience
Associate degree (two-year college or technical school) required, bachelor’s degree in environmental science, safety, or related field preferred.
Three years proven experience in EHS, ISO, OSHA PSM, standards and regulations, manufacturing environment preferred.
Client Is enables building professionals to construct high-quality building insulation systems at a minimal cost. . Backed by one of the largest building material companies in the country, their advantages include End-to-end consulting and original equipment manufacturing, and products that
effectively drive energy efficiency and sustainability in commercial and residential applications.
As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability. As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account. In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan. Click here for more information on benefits and perks that may be available to you as a member of the Kelly Talent Community.
Why Kelly® Engineering?
Your engineering skills are in demand, but how do you find the right fit? Easy. At Kelly Engineering, our team creates expert talent solutions to solve the world’s most critical challenges. We connect you with leading organizations where you can collaborate on innovative projects, work with cutting-edge technologies and accelerate your growth. Whether you prefer the variety and flexibility of short-term projects or are looking for a long-term opportunity, we’re here to guide you to the next step in your engineering career.
About Kelly
Work changes everything. And at Kelly, we’re obsessed with where it can take you. To us, it’s about more than simply accepting your next job opportunity. It’s the fuel that powers every next step of your life. It’s the ripple effect that changes and improves everything for your family, your community, and the world. Which is why, here at Kelly, we are dedicated to providing you with limitless opportunities to enrich your life—just ask the 300,000 people we employ each year.
Kelly Services is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We welcome, value, and embrace diversity at all levels and are committed to building a team that is inclusive of a variety of backgrounds, communities, perspectives, and abilities. At Kelly, we believe that the more inclusive we are, the better services we can provide. Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to Kelly’s Human Resource Knowledge Center. Kelly complies with the requirements of California’s state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment.
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