Safety Specialist - PMG-SM

COMPANY OVERVIVEW:

Pavement Maintenance Group (PMG) is part of the SealMaster/Gemseal Brand.  PMG is an industry leader in the production and distribution of pavement preservation and maintenance products.  We are seeking employees who possess an entrepreneurial attitude and possess the leadership that can support the initiatives and goals of the organization to continue with their growth.

JOB SUMMARY/ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

The Safety Specialist plays a vital role and will work closely with the operations and HR teams to identify safety issues, create plans to correct issues; and disseminate updated safety information to all regional managers. This role will require the candidate to work collaboratively and have the ability to train and coach individuals at all levels within the organization. Safety Specialists will be tasked with evaluating current systems and then building a comprehensive plan to improve safety training and procedures.  

Responsibilities:

• Evaluate current safety policies and procedures and construct a plan to ensure consistent compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, develop a short- and long-term strategic safety plan

• Identify best practices and lead continuous improvement initiatives to reduce risks, raise safety awareness, and improve safe work practices

• Assist with creating and maintaining an environment in which our teams can efficiently and safely utilize their skills, fulfill their responsibilities, and maximize their potential

• Assist regions with forming a viable Safety Committee, and running successful monthly meetings

• Assist regions in creating/updating emergency action plans for employees at each site

• Participate in orientation for all new employees, ensure new employees have adequate training to safely complete their tasks

• Train and coach employees on safety procedures and protocols

• Coordinate with other departments to ensure that safety protocols are understood and consistently being followed

• Train team and assist in conducting safety inspections and audits to identify potential hazards, assign team members safety corrections, and track progress to completion. Including regular safety inspections for fire extinguishers, eye wash stations, emergency lights, forklifts etc.

• Work with HR to develop best practices for accident investigation, train regional teams with investigating accidents to determine their root cause, and develop corrective action plans

• Create an ongoing facility-sustaining JSA process

• Evaluate installation and safe operation of all new equipment, ensure SOP’s and JSA’s are created

• Works with first-line supervisors to design job specific training and ensure delivery; coach and counsel employees

• Develop and maintain safety records and reports, Communicate safety goals track performance

• Participates in any variety of meetings and work groups to integrate activities, communicate issues, obtain approvals, resolve problems, and maintain specified level of knowledge pertaining to new developments, requirements, policies, and State and Government guidelines and reporting

• Responsible for Tier 2 filings, storm water permits and training and other state and local environmental compliance training

• Ensure all regional managers receive reporting for all required safety testing records, ensure records are up to date

• Review, update and standardized SDS practices

• Stay up-to-date with changes in safety regulations and industry best practices

• Lead by example to promote and encourage employees to commit to all employee safety, employee culture, and quality programs

• Team oriented, job may include more duties than what is listed

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in related field preferred

• Minimum 3-5 years’ experience in manufacturing safety-related role with progressive responsibilities

• Knowledge of federal, state, and local safety regulations

• Thorough knowledge of applicable regulations (OSHA, EPA, DOT/FMCSA)

• In-depth knowledge of OSH guidelines and practices

• Experience in reporting and developing policies

• Exceptional relationship builder, communication, and interpersonal skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

• Proven ability to think independently and handle multiple projects through to completion.

• Record of successfully collaborating with and influencing senior management and peers

• Able to work independently and as part of a team

• Attention to detail and strong organizational skills

• Able to motivate people, specifically mentoring and coaching individuals to meet goals.

• Able to work effectively within cross-functional teams and in an environment of rapid change.

• Organized, detail-oriented, and deadline driven

• Confident, positive, and trustworthy with the highest degree of integrity

• Valid driver’s license, willing to travel up to 35%

• Proficient in MS Office

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, walk, climb, bend, squat, use hands and fingers, talk, and hear.

DISCLAIMER:

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by those assigned to a particular position.  They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required and personnel may be required to perform duties outside their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

This position is benefit eligible, benefits include:

• Medical Prescription

• Dental

• Vision

• Healthcare Flexible Spending Account

• 401K with Employer Match

• Company-paid Short-term Disability (STD)

• Company-paid Long-term Disability (LTD)

• Company-paid Life Insurance

• Company paid Accidental Death Dismemberment (ADD)

• Generous Paid Time-Off

• Earned Sick Time

• 12 Paid Holidays

• Employee Assistance Wellness Program (EAP)

• Financial, Legal, Estate Support

• Voluntary Accident Insurance

• Voluntary Critical Illness

• Voluntary Hospital Indemnity Insurance

• Voluntary Whole Life Insurance

• Touchcare for Benefit Support

• Yearly Reviews