Environmental Health Safety Specialist

About the Role Coesia is a global leader in advanced automated machinery and packaging materials, industrial process solutions, and precision gears that founded in 1923. We are a group comprised of 21 companies that service customers in over 30 countries, 85 production plants, and 137 operating units world-wide. Market sectors include the following: Aerospace, ceramics, consumer products, electronics, healthcare including pharmaceuticals, automotive, and more. This Health/Safety/Environmental (HSE) Specialist will support our Davenport, Iowa R.A. Jones facilities, as well as our MGS business unit located in Maple Grove, Minnesota. In support of the Health, Safety and Environmental Manager of North America, this position ensures management of resources aligned with the company\'s business development needs & Coesia Group. Travel may include up to 25% domestic. Our role will report directly to Coesia North America’s HSE Manager. Responsibilities Providing technical expertise on HSE issues to relevant stakeholders Performing and guiding technical HSE activities resulting from approved self-initiated or assigned projects and programs leading to innovative applications or extensions of existing or new programs/systems. Applying scientific, engineering principles and behavioral based systems to drive HSE risk reduction efforts and compliance activities. Leading the development of the Workplace Safety & Health (H&S) and Environmental Management System (EMS) frameworks Deploying HSE policies, tools, standards, and best practices to drive continuous improvement in the H&S culture to mitigate risks, prevent injuries and protect people, property, and the environment. Evaluating and performing audit on the organizations’ H&S and EMS to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements. Conducting comprehensive inspections, assessments, and/or audits on the service, operations, shared facilities, and specific processes, and proposing recommendations, as well as adequate follow-up and advice for corrective actions to ensure compliance. Leading teams to conduct investigations on HSE incidents, reporting findings and suggesting corrective action plans and improvements. Communicating effectively in written and oral forms with peers and others at varying levels within the organization. Presenting ideas well one on one, in small groups, and to larger audiences. Having the ability to convey the meaning and importance of HSE topics to non-HSE personnel and to influence others to take appropriate action based on such information. Actively seeking to continually improve communication and presentation skills. Actively supporting a Total Safety Culture environment through personal responsibility for safety, promoting a culture that reports incidents and potential issues, and actively supporting plant safety observation programs. Developing and implementing Safe System of Work (SSoW) processes and procedures at the workplace to interface with the production, engineering, facility maintenance, field service and office to ensure compliance. Other duties as assigned. Knowledge Strong interpersonal skills; excellent written and oral communication skills; ability to interact with all levels of the organization including employees and management Decision Making driving positive results-oriented attitude and demeanor Ability to speak and conduct effective training in front of small and large audiences. A hands-on, self-motivator with strong organization and communication skills as well as a dedicated team player Ability to set and meet deadlines on variety of projects What You Need to Be Successful BA/BS Degree in a Safety-Related field preferred 3-5 years of related experience in Occupational Safety implementing and Managing Health, Safety, and Environmental Programs required Computer Proficiency in Microsoft Programs (Word and Excel) required OSHA General Industry 10- and 30-hour Trainer Ability to travel sparingly to three locational business units established Our Offer Coesia North America offers a competitive benefit package which includes, among other things: 401K offering 6% company match with no vesting period Flexible remote work offering 8-weeks paid parental leave Multiple health benefit & insurance options PTO, sick time, and 12 observed calendar holidays Company paid short-term disability (80% wager placement) & long-term disability HSA company contribution for individual & employer family coverage Coesia Client Services provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. #J-18808-Ljbffr