JOB SUMMARY:

Under direct supervision, the HSE Specialist will perform a broad range of tasks supporting all Health, Safety, Environmental and Workers Comp requirements at CCI- West as directed. This position will be required conduct training, write safety procedures, and participate in continuous improvement projects on an as-needed basis.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Maintain and apply knowledge of current policies, regulations, and industrial processes related to health, safety and environmental
• Coordinate and facilitate the timely and required safety training for new hires, managers and general equipment training & any other HSE required training
• Conduct or direct testing of air quality, noise, and temperature, to verify compliance with health and safety regulations
• Maintain liaisons with outside organizations, such as fire departments, mutual aid societies, and rescue teams, so that emergency responses can be facilitated.
• Attend technical meetings to provide HSE support
• Compile, analyze, and interpret statistical data related to occupational illnesses and accidents
• Prepare all reports (and follow-up reports) of health and safety findings and updates
• Report to Management status on HSE Activities
• Maintain communication with facility on current HSE activities
• Manage all Workers Comp activity for this location
• Provide technical advice and guidance to organizations on how to handle health-related problems and make needed changes
• Plan and conduct industrial hygiene research
• Evaluate adequacy of actions taken to correct health inspection violations
• Recommend and partner to implement processes and product safety features that will reduce employees' exposure to chemical, physical, and biological work hazards
• Inspect facilities, machinery, and safety equipment to identify and correct potential hazards, and to ensure safety regulation compliance.
• Oversee the installation of safety devices on machinery, or direct device installation.
• Perform regular jobsite inspections
• Ensure any accident or injury is promptly reported.
• Assist in the investigation of industrial accidents, injuries, or near misses and help implement corrective and preventive measures.
• Report or review findings from accident investigations, facilities inspections, or environmental testing (as required).
• Perform incident investigation; completing documentation for all forms of incidents (employee, property damage, work procedure errors)
• Interview employers and employees to obtain information about work environments and workplace incidents.
• Review employee safety programs to determine their adequacy.
• Assist with the development of Safety Plans for projects
• Conduct or coordinate worker training in areas such as safety laws and regulations, hazardous condition monitoring, and use of safety equipment.
• Interpret safety regulations for others interested in industrial safety, such as safety engineers, labor representatives, and safety inspectors.
• Provide necessary monthly, quarterly, and annual health and safety reports
• Write and revise safety procedures in compliance with regulations and codes.
• Promote and maintain a safe work environment.
• Maintain a working knowledge of Company policies and procedures.
• Will be safety conscious and put safety first.
• Design and lead safety training for employees
• Wears proper Personal Protection Equipment at all time and promote same from employees
• Report any equipment or facility defect(s) to appropriate personnel.
• Spend as much time as necessary in the manufacturing plant or on the grounds to perform all HSE activities.
• Must be available to travel to visit vendors, seminars, and training as needed to support HSE activities. This travel typically will not exceed 1 month annually.
• Become a champion of safety by proactively promoting and cultivating a culture where employees take responsibility for their safety and safety of others
• Coordinate group projects/efforts to resolve HSE issues or prepare for HSE initiatives

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

• This position has no Supervisory responsibilities

MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education and/or Experience

• Industrial Safety Degree or 5 years’ experience in the utility industry and a High School diploma or GED.
• Must become a Certified Forklift instructor & maintain certification
• Strong organization skills, detail-oriented, and exceptional follow through.
• Excellent analytical skills
• Excellent judgement and problems solving skills
• Experience in conducting injury investigations and root cause analysis
• Work well under minimal direction
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Knowledge of applicable EPA, OSHA Standards, familiar with 29 CFR 1910 & 29 CFR 1926, and other applicable standards

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES

Computer Skills

• Intermediate - Microsoft Office; Internet-based programs, E-mail.

Language Skills

• English (reading, writing, verbal and comprehend).
• Able to communicate with visitors, customers, vendors, co-workers, supervisor, and other personnel.

Mathematical Skills

• Basic

Other

• Experience using office equipment, machines and related software (i.e. computer, copier, fax, scanner, printers, etc.).
• Possess a professional, proactive and positive approach, and a great attitude.
• Should be able to work in any shift.
• Must be able to work occasional overtime to meet operational deadlines.
• Ability to work as part of a team.
• Ability to interact effectively with the company executives, managers, and staff.
• Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities.
• On-the-job training will be provided for this position.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education and/or Experience

• College degree (a plus).
• HSE experience (a plus).
• 1-2 years of experience in a manufacturing operation office setting.
• Aluminum forming and processing experience (a plus).
• Knowledge and understanding of specifications and processes (a plus).

STANDARDS OF PERFORMANCE

Catalina Cylinders, Inc. (CCI) expects all employees to maintain the following standards of performance.

• Maintain an acceptable attendance record.
• Follow and respect Manager’s direction.
• Ensure quality parts to meet customers’ and CCI’s requirements.
• Never perform work under the influence of alcohol, drugs or any other mind-altering substances.
• Work at an acceptable level of productivity as established by your manager.
• Maintain a non-combative, positive work attitude.
• Uphold safe, honest work habits and practices.
• Follow company policies and procedures.
• In an effort to achieve continuous improvement, CCI expects a willingness from employees to be cross-trained on multiple operations.

In lieu of the above, any equivalent combination of training and experience that provides the aforementioned knowledge, abilities, and skills may be considered at the Company’s discretion.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to:

• Stand, walk, as well as talk and hear.
• Lift or move products, equipment or tooling weighing up to 30 lbs.
• Requires manual dexterity and continued use of both hands to use computer keyboard, mouse and related office tools and equipment.
• Have good eyesight

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an associate encounters while performing the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Employee is occasionally exposed to moving forklifts, heavy moving forgings and may include overhead machinery.
• Work environment is indoors. Workstation is located in an industrial manufacturing plant.
• Heat Index in manufacturing can exceed 90 °F HI in late summer months.
• Noise level in the work environment usually varies from light to moderate.

Please note this job description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions, it does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned. Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.