Safety Specialist

Overview

Carolina Poly, Inc. located in Chester, SC, is currently seeking a Safety and Environmental Specialist to join our team. Carolina Poly produces several lines of polyethylene products including high quality trash bags and construction films.

Responsibilities

• Coach employees on proper work methods and practices.
• Conduct facility safety audits and work with management team to ensure completion of corrective actions.
• Perform regular safety walks with the management team.
• Advise on methods to minimize safety risks and provide recommendations for improving safety in the workplace
• Lead the accident investigation process.
• Intervene in unsafe activities or operations.
• Assist with LOTO reviews.
• Liaise with supervisors to ensure incident reports are complete and accurate and submitted in a timely manner.
• Attend employee safety talks.
• Collaborate with managers and supervisors to monitor compliance and identify safety issues.
• Assist departments with proper waste disposal practices.
• Educate employees on safety standards and expectations as well as safe machine operation.

Qualifications

• Must be available for a 4 on 4 off schedule
• One-year experience in the Safety/Environmental field, preferably in a manufacturing environment
• Associates degree or equivalent hours in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Engineering, Industrial Hygiene, Business, or other relevant field is required. May be substituted with OSHA Training Institute Certifications such as; Safety & Health Fundamentals, Specialist in Safety & Health, or others.
• Working knowledge of basic software applications (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Email, etc.)
• Ability to communicate with all levels of the organization in all formats, including verbal, written & presentations
• Working knowledge of federal safety (OSHA) regulations and required programs in the manufacturing environment (29 CFR 1910)
• Ability to accept coaching and guidance and work in a team environment.

Carolina Poly, Inc. offers competitive compensation packages including Medical/Dental, paid vacations and holidays, and 401(K).