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.
* 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.
* 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).
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Management and Manufacturing
Industries
Plastics Manufacturing
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