Health and Safety Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

Job Summary:

The Health & Safety Specialist is responsible for developing, implementing, and overseeing programs and policies that ensure a safe, healthy, and compliant work environment at the Macon Facility. This role ensures adherence to local, state, and federal regulations while fostering a strong culture of safety. The Health & Safety Specialist collaborates with leadership, operations, and facilities teams to identify risks, drive continuous improvement, reduce incidents, and minimize environmental impact through effective policies, procedures, and training programs.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

· Promote a strong safety culture through visibility, communication, and leadership engagement.

· Develop, implement, and maintain health and safety programs to ensure a safe work environment in compliance with OSHA and local regulations.

· Conduct regular safety audits, workplace inspections, risk assessments, and hazard analyses to identify and mitigate potential risks.

· Lead incident investigations, root cause analyses, and corrective action planning for accidents, incidents, and near-misses. Keep thorough records.

· Facilitate/accompany team members for medical facility visits for initial injuries and for follow-up visits.

· Facilitate communications pre-visit and post-visit for all medical facility visits.

· Support emergency preparedness planning, drills, and ergonomic improvements.

Training & Development

· Develop and deliver training programs for team members and contractors, including onboarding and annual refreshers.

· Maintain records of safety training, certifications, and compliance activities.

· Promote continuous improvement and safety awareness at all organizational levels.

Risk Management & Reporting

· Monitor, analyze, and report metrics to leadership.

· Develop and implement strategies for risk reduction and emergency preparedness.

· Ensure proper documentation and reporting of regulatory inspections, audits, and compliance activities.

Collaboration & Advisory

· Partner with operations, facilities, engineering, and other departments to integrate best practices into daily operations.

· Advise management on related issues, policy changes, and industry best practices.

· Serve as the main point of contact for regulatory agencies, inspections, and reporting requirements.

Skills & Qualifications:

Required:

· Bachelor's degree or applicable work experience in manufacturing or related industry, or combination thereof.

· Functional knowledge of OSHA, EPA, and other relevant health, safety, and environmental regulations.

· Experience conducting safety audits, risk assessments, incident investigations, and developing corrective action plans.

· Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.

· Ability to collaborate effectively across departments and multiple locations.

· Proficiency with Microsoft Office.

Preferred Qualifications:

· Bachelor’s degree in Health and Safety, Environmental Science, or related discipline.

· Professional certifications such as Certified Safety Professional (CSP), Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH), ASP, CHMM, or NEBOSH.

· Experience with ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 standards and implementation.

· Knowledge of DOT regulations and safety programs related to fleet, warehouse, or shipping activities.

· Familiarity with Health and Safety software platforms and corporate sustainability initiatives.

Required Tools:

· Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)

· Risk assessment and incident reporting tools

· Safety inspection and monitoring equipment

· Incident tracking and reporting dashboards

Preferred Tools:

· Environmental monitoring systems

· Data visualization tools for Health and Safety metrics

Physical Requirements:

· Prolonged periods of being active and engaged on the plant floor. Ability to do each job to the level of effectively demonstrating the correct method(s) of performing the job.

· Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.

· Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally.

· Ability to visually inspect and interpret designs on screen and in print.

· Use of functional Core Tools

Working Conditions/Environment:

· This work is deadline-oriented, requires a multitasking, fluctuating work schedule, and flexibility within the workday. At times, evening support of second shift is required.

· Frequent use of a computer and other office equipment is necessary.

· Requires the ability for close vision, distance vision, and depth perception.

· Requires working and interacting with others, both in person and through phone, electronic, and written correspondence, and the ability to listen effectively, communicate clearly, maintain attention to detail, and perform focused work.

· This position may require travel.