Health and Safety Specialist

This is a FULL-TIME position as an employee of our client, a major international manufacturer, and REQUIRES commuting to Newark, NJ. This position CANNOT be worked from a remote setting.

What you will be doing

Reporting to the Director of Safety and Security, you will be responsible for the implementation, training and oversight of Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) programs and staff activities along with related organizational performance standards to support the facility.

You will serve as the Subject Matter Expert (SME) for OHS related matters. 

You will guide, coach, mentor and support all site employees on how to protect themselves, each other and company assets in the most productive and efficient manner.

Minimum Requirements

  • All potential candidates must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States, employer sponsorship is not available.
  • Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited College / University in Environmental Health & Safety (EHS), Occupational Health and Safety, Industrial Hygiene, Industrial Management or related discipline  

Additional Preferred (not required) Competencies

  • One (1) or more years of OHS experience, including internships, in manufacturing environments

Major Responsibilities

  • Partner with operations leadership and general workforce and serve as SME regarding interpretation of federal, state and local OHS regulations
  • Lead/Participate in OHS audits and inspections developing remediation plans as needed
  • Lead/Participate in Continuous Improvement initiative regarding OHS policies and programs
  • Lead employee training programs regarding OHS behaviors and compliance The position details are summarized above. Other competencies, skill sets, and experiences are required.

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