HSE Specialist

Job Description IKO Industries Ltd. is a market leader in manufacturing roofing and building materials. We are a Canadian‑owned business with global production facilities. We value quality, integrity and trustworthiness and hire people who embody these values. HSE Specialist Location: IKO Glass Fiber Inc., Chester, SC Department: Health and Safety Type: Full Time (FT/PT/Cont) What’s in it for you? Competitive salary Competitive health and benefit plan Competitive matched retirement savings program The opportunity to join a continuously growing organization focused on diversity and inclusion The opportunity to work with an industry leader in manufacturing Your responsibilities will be to: Promote and maintain IKO safety goals and ensure a safe work environment for all employees. Leads safety and housekeeping efforts and corrective actions within department, assigned projects, and areas with goal of zero incidents. Exemplifies safety in all actions and leads by example. Develop goals, objectives, and systems as well as plant wide policy and procedures relating to health and safety. Communicate and implement progressive methods and approaches regarding accident prevention. Identify health and safety hazards and investigate work related accidents to eliminate hazards through engineering controls, training, PPE adjustments, etc. Conduct thorough root cause analysis to ensure root cause is eliminated in response to any safety related incident. Manage all activities related to safety and workers’ compensation including, first report of injury, OSHA 300 log, safety related audits, communication with insurance carrier, communications with physicians and associates and all record keeping. Complete all safety audits, records, and reports on time and as required. File and maintain safety records as required. Monitor the safety performance and trends of the plant and minimize the number of work‑related incidents to protect the safety of associates and to minimize the company’s risk and exposure. Accountable for the implementation and management of Behavior Based Safety. Possess a strong background in medical treatment information and can collaborate with local healthcare providers to provide employee care as well as employee case management. Accountable for coordinating with external providers for successful claims management and return to work practices. Ensure the company is in compliance with all applicable Federal, State, Local and Company health and safety regulations or policies including OSHA, TOSHA, NIOSH, etc. Lead IKO Safety and BBS teams. Conduct required safety training and orientation. Participate and lead all internal and external surveillance audits. Perform and coordinate various testing including noise surveys, industrial hygiene, etc. Develop, update and implement emergency response procedures to protect people and assets during emergency situations that impact the facility. Complete and maintain all environmental permits, records, audits and reports. File and maintain as required. Including but not limited to SWPPP, SPCC, air, storm water and wastewater. Interface with government regulatory personnel and corporate auditors. Ensure compliance with Federal, State, Local and Company policies and regulations (NFPA, TOSHA, EPA, TNAIR, FM, NEC, etc). Plan, organize and direct the work performed with contractors in achieving desired results while maintaining cost in accordance with specified budget. Ensure work is safely performed, adhering to all applicable safety policies and regulations. Lead and participate in all internal and external surveillance audits by either local or state agencies, as well as insurers, etc. Organize and maintain the necessary facility security. Perform any other duties as assigned. Our ideal candidate: Prior Health, Safety and Environmental experience. Three or more years of manufacturing experience. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (written, verbal and presentation), with the ability to effectively work with others in a team environment. Demonstrated initiative and the ability to handle complex assignments with a proactive attitude. Strong attention to detail and accuracy. Ability to develop and manage a budgetary control process for areas of responsibility. Analytical, data‑driven problem solving and action planning skills. Ability to make independent and well‑thought out decisions. Organized, self‑starter, results oriented, unique problem solver. Ability to provide simple and accurate instructions. Ability to work at times in a high temperature environment. Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. Regularly required to sit, stand, walk, bend, climb, reach and grasp. Ability to climb stairs, ladders and work from heights. Work authorizations and travel: Some travel I9 verification required Benefits of Employment IKO recognizes that its success is due to the strength of its employees. We invest in our employees to build a knowledgeable and loyal workforce. We offer competitive compensation, health care, a progressive and challenging workplace, and a commitment to teamwork and integrity. Diversity and Equal Opportunity Employment IKO Industries Ltd. is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to diversity and inclusion and consider all qualified applicants for employment regardless of race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status or disability. Applications from people with disabilities are welcomed. Accommodations are available on request for candidates participating in all stages of the selection process. #J-18808-Ljbffr