Corporate Health and Safety Specialist

Company: OSI Group
Location: Aurora
Posted on: April 19, 2024

Job Description:

Job DescriptionThe Corporate Health, Safety, and Security Specialist will play a critical role in developing, implementing, and overseeing policies and programs that promote a safe and secure work environment across all our locations. This position requires a strategic thinker with a proactive approach to safety management. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in health and safety, coupled with a passion for fostering a culture of safety and responsibility within the organization.-------------- Job is an individual contributor.-------------- Job is an individual contributor and has no direct reports.-------------- Develop and implement comprehensive safety and security programs and initiatives.-------------- Conduct regular safety audits, risk assessments, and inspections across various locations to ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.-------------- Serve as a point of contact for health and safety matters across the company.-------------- Collaborate with management and cross-functional teams to integrate safety and security considerations into daily operations.-------------- Travel to company locations in the Chicago land area, Utah, California, and Iowa to implement and oversee safety programs (Travel required 25%). Illinois based.-------------- Stay informed on new legislation and advancements in safety and security technologies and trends, applying best practices to company policies and procedures.-------------- This role has the responsibility to understand and places in practice appropriate safety procedures.-- This responsibility is achieved through education, training, use of protective equipment (as applicable) and by following safety policies, regulations, standards, and laws. Perform other duties as assignedRequired Skills-------------- 1-3 years of experience in related field is preferred.-------------- Strong understanding of safety regulations and standards.-------------- Excellent proficiency in all Microsoft Office Suite Products.-------------- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.-------------- Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to train and motivate staff.Proficiency in safety management systems and compliance tracking.--------------
BA/BS or equivalent is required.-------------- Preferred certifications: Graduate Safety Professional (GSP) or Associate Safety Professional (ASP).--------------
Work is generally performed within a business professional office environment, with standard office equipment available.--------------
Work conditions are typical of an office environment.--------------
This role requires 30% domestic travel.-------------- Position may require the physical agility of lifting up to 15 pounds-------------- Ability to travel 25% of the time to company locations in the Chicago land area, Utah, California, and Iowa.-------------- Position may require frequent and/or infrequent of bending, squatting, pushing, pulling, stretching/reaching, use hands or fingers, talk, hear, feel objects, tools, controls and standing/walking on concrete flooring.-------------- Position may require the physical ability to stand/walk for Less than 4 hours.OSI Industries is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer that believes everyone has the right to be treated with dignity and respect. OSI--does not discriminate on the basis of national origin, gender, race, color, religion, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. --All applicants will receive consideration for employment based on merit, qualifications, and business needs. OSI participates in the E-Verify program.

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