HSE Specialist

Location: Siegwerk USA Inc. | 3535 SW 56th Street | Des Moines, IA 50321

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Siegwerk is one of the world’s leading suppliers of Printing Inks and sustainable packaging solutions. A career here will give you significant flexibility and support in a company focused on making a positive impact in the world. Siegwerk is poised to disrupt the global packaging industry; changing the way packaging is produced and consumed for the benefit of us all. At Siegwerk, you will have everything you need to help make that change.

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Job Summary

The health, safety, and environment (HSE) specialist is responsible for ensuring that the place is safe and compliant with health and safety regulations. This role will provide technical and regulatory expertise and will have an active role in continuous improvement of Siegwerk’s HSE programs and policies. Additionally, this role will proactively advise site management of compliance concerns and be an active partner in providing strategic direction and solutions.

Job Responsibilities

• Safety programs: Developing, implementing, and managing safety programs, including training and onboarding programs for employees in all levels of the organization. Lead behavior-based safety program, and champion site’s safety committee.
• Safety inspections: Inspecting workplaces to ensure compliance with regulations and identifying violations. Participates in internal HSE audits, assisting the evaluation and appropriate corrective actions.
• Incident investigations: Participating in investigations of accidents and identifying potential hazards. Complete action item tracking and follow-up for timely execution of improvements.
• Regulatory compliance: Ensuring compliance with local, state, federal, and corporate regulations. Gather and report data for compliance reporting.
• Risk management: Maintaining a risk register to identify and mitigate potential hazards. Perform daily Gemba walks to help identify risks and calibrate with department leaders for resolution.
• Lead HAZOP reviews and Job Hazard Analysis (JHA).
• Supporting role in Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) development.
• Employee well-being: Leading occupational health programs to promote employee well-being and safety.
• Strong, collaborative presences in production and warehouse areas, building relationships, and ensuring HSE compliance. Occasional off shift work for training or special events.
• Return to work: overseeing injury management and supporting employees in returning to work.
• Reporting: Preparing reports and providing feedback to managers and employees. Responsible for verbal and written HSE related communications to Siegwerk team members.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Occupational Health and Safety, Environmental Science, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in a similar HSE role.
• Proven track record of successful implementation of safety and environmental programs.
• Certification in Occupational Health and Safety is highly desirable.
• Equivalent combination of skills and experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Chemical background, Certified Safety Professional (CSP), familiarity with lean manufacturing concepts.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to effectively communicate safety concepts to individuals at all levels of the organization, both in group and individual settings.
• Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams and influence positive change.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build relationships.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to think critically and develop effective solutions to complex HSE challenges.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret technical procedures, and governmental regulations.
• The ability to perform a variety of computer functions is required. Must be proficient in Microsoft applications. Knowledge in SAP preferred, but not required. Must be proficient in learning new software applications.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Health Savings Account with employer contributions
• Dental Insurance
• 401(k) with employer match
• Vision Insurance
• PTO and paid holidays
• Limited Flexible Spending Account
• Life insurance w/ AD&D
• Free Disability Insurance
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program

Are you interested?

Should you have any further questions, please visit our career website at Siegwerk.com

The application deadline is 02/01/2025. Your application can only be considered after this deadline if the decision to fill the position has not yet been made at that time.

Job ID: 25587

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