What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Health & Safety Specialist position at Bridgestone Americas?
Company Overview
Wherever you work and whatever role you fill, when you represent the Bridgestone name you know that you are a valued teammate who is part of our larger mission to Serve Society with Superior Quality. We start by offering each teammate more than just a salary. We provide formal training, competitive performance incentives, paid vacation and holidays, healthcare packages for full-time and part-time employees, and a 401k plan to help build your future. We believe people can only provide superior service and quality to others when they are allowed to bring their whole selves to work and know they are supported. We believe in championing all perspectives, individuals and teams because we understand the importance of seeing the world and our business through many different lenses. We are building a team as diverse as the world we serve. So, show us what you are made of. Show us the smart stuff, the tough stuff, the bold, beautiful and brave stuff. Because who you are is what we need. Bridgestone Americas, Inc. is headquartered in Nashville, Tennessee and is the U.S. subsidiary of Bridgestone Corporation headquartered in Japan. Bridgestone Americas and its subsidiaries develop, manufacture and market a wide range of Bridgestone, Firestone and associate brand products to address the needs of a broad range of customers and industries.
Position Summary
We are seeking a Senior Health and Safety Specialist like you to join our amazing Aiken, SC Manufacturing plant.
As a Senior Health and Safety Specialist, you will be developing and implementing policies and practices to identify/mitigate
hazardous conditions within the workplace. You will be Identifying potential workplace hazards, unsafe equipment, work practices, and working conditions. You will be investigating accidents and liaising with engineers, management, and health and safety regulatory authorities to identify causes of accidents and prevent their recurrence. You will also be providing advice and training on safety protocols and conducting audits to ensure compliance with organization and government standards related to employee health and safety. You will be maintaining and analyzing records of workplace injuries, illness, and absences to identify areas of concern and provide information required by regulatory agencies.
At Bridgestone Americas we value Diversity. We are building a team as diverse as the world we serve. We believe in championing all perspectives, individuals, and teams. We are creating a workplace that fosters a culture of acceptance where you are free to be your true self because what we need is who you are. We offer a variety of experiences to help you build the career that matters to you. Apply and join one of our teams to begin a career at Bridgestone Americas. Trust your talent; trust the journey. Be Bridgestone.
Responsibilities
In this role, your primary responsibilities will include:
· Leading projects or processes of diverse scope, while working independently with limited supervision.
· Supporting continuous improvement/automation activities.
· Using advanced analytical/technical problem solving to develop new solutions to existing problems/procedures.
· Supporting relationships through strong communication and negotiation skills with internal and external stakeholders.
· Typically requires a minimum of 5 years of related experience with a bachelor degree in Occupational Safety, Environmental Health & Safety, or Industrial Hygiene.
· Or 3 years and a master’s degree; or a PhD without experience; or equivalent work experience.
