What you’ll do
Develop a thorough understanding of the company-wide safety strategy and communicate and ensure adoption of the strategy at the local level.
Develop and implement local safety-related policies, procedures and processes to prevent workplace accidents, injuries and hazards.
Provide communication and training to employees regarding safety-related policies, procedures, processes and personal protective equipment. Provide re-training as needed, including with new employees.
Conduct daily walkthroughs of the laboratories to identify any possible policy/procedure/process violations and implement immediate corrective action.
Conduct inspections of safety related equipment and coordinate repairs/replacement as needed.
Ensure adequate inventory of all safety related supplies.
Respond to all safety hazards, near misses, accidents, and injuries by documenting the incident, conducting a thorough investigation, determining root cause analysis and implementing corrective action. Report all information to the Safety Manager.
Conduct review and analysis of accidents and injuries to determine trends and recommend changes to drive continuous improvement.
Lead the local safety committee and attend company-wide safety meetings.
Conduct and/or coordinate internal and external audits of HSE programs.
Perform other work as required.
This position outline is a general guideline and does not represent all encompassing details. The position assumes that the incumbent has both the mental and physical requirements to carry out the above defined duties.
Minimum Requirements & Qualifications
HS Diploma or GED and 2+ years directly related work experience. A combination of directly relevant education, experience and training will be taken into consideration.
Must have a proactive approach to safety and be willing to spend a significant amount of time in the facility versus at the desk.
Must be proficient with Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel and Outlook.
Must be able to work in a collaborative environment.
Must maintain a high level of confidentiality.
Model Intertek’s 10X Energies at all times within the work place, practicing business the right way
Be aware of, and adhere to, safety practices and policies to ensure your own safety, as well as the safety of others who may be affected by your actions at work
Ability to work in fast-paced, multi-tasking environment with shifting priorities and demanding deadlines
Must be detailed-oriented and able to effectively prioritize and organize workload, with efficient time management
Ability to communicate and interact effectively in verbal written and presentation formats
Must possess the fundamental technical and administrative skills required to perform the job duties
Must be customer focused and quality driven
Ability to travel as business needs dictate
Preferred Requirements & Qualifications
Prefer Bachelor’s Degree in directly related, Heath, Safety or Environment field.
Experience with enterprise wide issue management software.
Experience with quality management systems.
Experience with auditing.
Intertek: Total Quality. Assured.
Intertek is a world leader in the Quality Assurance market, with a proven, high-quality business model and a global network of customer-focused operations and highly engaged subject matter experts. With passion, pace, and precision we work to exceed our customers’ expectations, while engaging with our employees to be 10X in their performance and professional growth.
Intertek is a drug-free workplace. As a condition of employment, certain positions may be required to pass a pre-employment drug test based on the type of work that will be performed.
We Value Diversity
Intertek’s network of phenomenal people are our greatest assets, and the diversity they bring fuels our success. Intertek is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer that values inclusion and diversity. We take affirmative action to ensure all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.
For individuals with disabilities who would like to request accommodation, or who need assistance applying, please email intertekhrusa@intertek.com or call 1-877-694-8543 (option #5) to speak with a member of the HR Department.
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