Role and Responsibilities: The Safety Senior Specialist applies scientific and practical safety knowledge to innovate, design, and enhance systems, processes, equipment, and tools to improve safety performance. Key duties include leading department improvement projects, proactively cycling PDCA to reduce hazards, supporting plant and department safety initiatives, interpreting safety policies, conducting risk assessments, ergonomic studies, and documenting compliance activities. They also analyze safety data, prepare reports, and develop technical expertise.
Qualifications and Skills: Candidates need a bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Occupational Safety, or related fields, with 2+ years of safety experience or relevant manufacturing background. Certification such as Safety Professional or related is preferred. Essential skills include strong interpersonal, communication, data analysis, problem-solving, and planning abilities. Knowledge of safety regulations, root cause analysis, and proficiency in Microsoft Office are required. Willingness to learn and adapt is important.
Working Conditions: The role involves working in both office and manufacturing environments, with possible overtime, weekend work, and rotating shifts. Minimal travel with overnight stays may be necessary, along with performing production line tasks.