2nd Shift Safety Specialist
Company: The Hershey Company
Location: Hershey
Posted on: April 22, 2024
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Job Description:
2nd Shift Safety Specialist
Posted Date:
Apr 18, 2024
Requisition Number:
121539
Job Location: Hershey, PA
Please note that this is a 2nd shift position
Summary:
The Hershey Company West Hershey plant is a Union plant producing
products such as White & Dark Paste, Kisses, Nuggets, Milk Bars,
Almond Bars, Rolo, Syrup & Cookies and Creme in a high-speed
complex environment.
Under limited supervision, provides leadership and direction for
development of safety programs to ensure compliance with
regulations and company policy. Develop and implement plant-wide
safety policies and programs. Conduct safety assessments and
provide safety guidance to BU Managers, supervisors and other
functional teams. Develop and deliver safety training programs to
all levels of management and employees plant-wide.
Participate/provide leadership on multifunctional teams to provide
safety support and guidance. Work with numerous internal customers.
Interact with local, state/provincial, and federal level
regulators.
Responsibilities:
Compliance:
Provide leadership for development and implementation of specific
safety policies and programs. Maintain technical proficiency in key
safety areas. Serve as plant resource for specific program areas.
Develop and deliver safety training programs to all levels of
management and employees. Provide technical guidance on specific
safety issues to BU Managers, supervisors and other functional
teams to ensure compliance.
Auditing:
Perform or coordinate department/plant-wide inspections of safety
procedures, equipment and programs to ensure compliance with
appropriate regulatory requirements and risk reduction management.
Report on findings and work with plant management to develop action
plans to address deficiencies. Support plant management and other
safety staff to ensure action plans are implemented and necessary
follow up occurs.
Incident Management:
Independently executes investigations and analyzes incidents to
identify trends in people safety information. Initiates corrective
and preventative action plans, and communicates findings as
appropriate. Assists BU Managers and supervisors to determine
resolution and implement corrective actions. Uses various computer
support systems (ex. SAP EH&S, SharePoint) to document
data.
Safety Management System & Continuous Improvement:
Assists with the development, implementation and monitoring of
Safety Management System aspects and written program documentation.
Conducts regular written program reviews and prepares updates.
Performs regular internal audits and documents and reports findings
and follows-up on non-conformances. Participate/lead verification
and validation activities for Safety Management System aspects and
safety regulatory compliance.
Project / Business Unit Support:
Drive continuous improvement through utilization of Safety program
elements such as Take 5 For Safety, Safety Documentation Teams,
Near Miss Program, Corrective Action initiatives, work orders, QDR,
Pre-start up reviews for engineering projects, and other risk
reduction programs. Leads Safety documentation Teams and prepares
documents as necessary. Leads and/or participates on
multifunctional improvement teams to provide safety guidance and
safety problem solving. Interact with project managers to ensure
safety issues are identified early in the project design and
development process and are evaluated and addressed.
Training:
Create and implement training programs and informational materials
as required to convey safety policies and procedures for new hire
orientation, on-going regulatory requirements and specialized
training.
Minimum knowledge, skills and abilities required to successfully
perform major duties/responsibilities:
Detailed working knowledge of federal, state and local occupational
safety industry regulations and guidelines (OSHA, EPA, L&I,
other)
Strong document management skills and attention to details
Excellent verbal and written communication skills and excellent
interpersonal skills
Strong problem solving/trouble shooting skills
Strong auditing / assessment skills
Strong leadership skills and ability to influence all levels of
employees
Proficiency in computer programs / software such as Microsoft Word,
Outlook, Excel, Access, Power Point, SAP EH&S and SAP PM
Must have the ability to plan, prioritize, and complete multiple
priorities.
Ability to self-lead work tasks to completion.
Must be able to work well in a team environment but also have the
ability to work independently.
Must have strong employee training development and presentation
skills.
Flexibility is key in this role as priorities change quickly. Must
be able to move between tasks and projects on short notice and
quickly change priorities based on customer and department needs,
while meeting project deadlines.
Ability to work flexible hours
Ability to climb ladders to work platforms, climb stairs to other
work areas. Lifting of moderately heavy items such as test
equipment or materials.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:
Bachelor's Degree in Occupational/Industrial safety, Safety
Engineering, Human Factors or other EHS related field preferred.
Equivalent related work experience will be considered
Preference for 3 to 5 years of experience in a manufacturing
environment related to EHS program management.
Preference for food, food-related or consumer package goods
experience.
Experience in Safety Management System (VPP, OHSAS 18001, ANSI Z10)
is a plus
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Nearest Major Market: Harrisburg
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