Safety Director directs, develops, and oversees the general health and safety policies and procedures of the organization. Ensures the workplace is in compliance with OSHA and other state, local, or industry specific regulations and that periodic safety audits are conducted. Being a Safety Director provides programs that ensure a safe workplace including safety orientations, skill training, emergency preparedness, proper job instruction, hazardous material disposal procedures, and the use of protective equipment. Develops a systemic process to collect data and analyze the causes of accidents and generate required reporting. Additionally, Safety Director implements initiatives to reduce and prevent accidents, occupational illnesses, and exposure to long-term health hazards. Requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to top management. The Safety Director manages a departmental sub-function within a broader departmental function. Creates functional strategies and specific objectives for the sub-function and develops budgets/policies/procedures to support the functional infrastructure. Deep knowledge of the managed sub-function and solid knowledge of the overall departmental function. To be a Safety Director typically requires 5+ years of managerial experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Responsibilities:
· Under direct supervision of the Safety Manager / Director of Operations, sets-up and manages a Central Filing System including Compliance Reports, Analytical Reports, and other Files.
· Conducts self in an appropriate manner as a member of the Safety/Operations departments while working effectively in a diverse work environment. Ensures file completeness and performs document control for safety documents. This includes inspections and logs. Updates forms and spreadsheets for tracking.
· Creates and updates safety tracking documents on spreadsheet and inputs information.
· Prepare documents utilizing word processing creating tables, charts, memoranda, and other MS office tools.
· Maintains meeting minutes for Safety Committee and operations meetings
· Maintains, updates, and distributes environmental/safety policies and procedures.
· Answers phones and refers calls to appropriate personnel or provides requested information to the caller.
· Maintains confidentiality related to environmental, safety and security issues.
· Maintains material safety data sheets (MSDS) database and updates MSDS books at all areas as necessary.
· Contribute to the ordering and receiving of Safety Supplies.
· Morning personal protective equipment spot checks.
Qualifications and Skills:
· Clerical/secretarial/administrative experience supporting management level personnel.
· Proficient in Word Processing, Spreadsheet and database computerized systems.
· Ability to manage workload effectively including plan, coordinate, organize, prioritize and handle multiple tasks.
· Ability to communicate through written correspondence and verbally.
· Ability to use good judgment to make decisions.
· Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a diverse workforce.
· Microsoft office with advanced Excel Skills.
Physical Demands:
· Ability to sit, stand or walk up to 8-10 hrs. a day
· Lift 50 lbs. occasionally
Work Environment: Ability to work in hot, cold and office work environment and must obey safety rules & exercise caution in all work activities.
This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as needed to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $20.00 - $21.75 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
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Work Location: In person
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