Temporary - Safety Lead

Responsible for creating and implementing safety standards, programs, training, and interventions to reduce incidents in the workplace and promote safety excellence in accordance with company and OSHA/Federal/State/Local rules and regulations.

• →Supports Corporate Safety Governance System including all safety policies and procedures, ensuring self and employees are in compliance with OSHA/State/Local/Company/Client rules and regulations.
• →Collaborates and supports Safety, HR, and Operations team to drive safety excellence in assigned location.
• →Responsible for coordination and facilitation of safety new hire orientation, training and certification programs.
• →Conducts incident investigations, assists in identifying root cause(s), and implementing corrective action(s).
• →Creates and implements Job Hazard Analysis, Inspections and Audit Checklists to identify hazards and implement controls.
• →Develop and implement a site safety improvement plan.
• →Consults with Regional Safety &Training Specialist and Sr. Regional Safety Training Specialist on development and execution of safety initiatives/interventions to drive continuous improvement and safety excellence.
• →Coordinates & conducts onsite safety training and Train-the Trainer programs as
• →Maintain appropriate training and certification records including class schedules, registration, attendance, completions, safety certifications and re-certification.
• →Leverages Incident Management System to proactively manage safety to identify trends at their location.
• →Develop safety metrics to measure and monitor progress of safety programs and interventions.
• →Demonstrates sound judgment by taking appropriate actions regarding safety inspection/audit findings or safety
• →Assists with employee counseling, coaching, and proper documentation of safety performance issues as

Performs other HR/Safety duties and special projects as requested.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Environment, Health & Safety or equivalent work experience
• Safety Certification preferred (e.g., OSHA 10/30 General Industry, OSHA HAZWOPER, Forklift, 49 CFR/DOT, IATA, IMDG)
• 3-5 years safety experience in warehouse environment
• Experience preferred in the following areas: Operating Powered Industrial Vehicles (g., Forklift, Powered Pallet Jacks), Handling/Shipping/Receiving Hazardous Materials, Use of X-Ray or CRBN equipment
• Experience in facilitating safety training and certification programs
• Creating and writing Job Hazard Analysis
• Sound knowledge of MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Working knowledge of web-based Incident Management Systems
• Strong coaching, facilitation, and communication skills
• Excellent writing skills
• Strong project management, organizational, administrative and record keeping skills
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment to drive safety excellence