Safety Specialist jobs in Sioux Falls, SD

EHS Specialist

The EHS Specialist reports to the VP of Human Resources and is responsible for the following results:

 General Accountability:

The EHS Specialist role will work to create and enforce a culture of safety within our organization and will work closely with the local leadership teams to implement programs, policies, and assessments to ensure Diamond Mowers (and all its employees) follow all federal and internal environmental, health and safety regulations. 

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Monitor compliance with current and evolving Environmental, Health, and Safety regulations along with additional company requirements.
• Provide strong visible and active daily presence in the functional work areas to observe operations and to work with employees to achieve safe behaviors and operations.
• Assists VP of Human Resources with the workers compensation program.
• Develop, implement, and promote Diamond Mowers processes/work instructions concerning environmental, industrial hygiene, and safety programs consistent with OSHA compliance.
• Establish, schedule, and lead EHS audits/inspections of facility and support corrective actions.
• Lead and / or participate in Process Hazards Analysis activities and participate in technical review of process changes as necessary.
• Prepares, maintains, and submits all safety and environmental reports and permits in a timely manner in accordance with Federal, State, and Local EHS regulations.
• Conducts and coordinates all training mandated by OSHA, EPA, state or local regulatory agencies and provides continuous training for all employees.
• Support the preparation and review of EHS training material.
• Support emergency response activities through the development of required drills and coordination of annual training.
• Work closely with the management team to develop, implement, and measure the success of safety programs through a metrics based global system.
• Compile, analyze, and interpret statistical data related to exposure factors concerning occupational illnesses and accidents.
• Lead in investigation and root cause analysis for on-site incidents.
• Coordinate/participate on environmental agency compliance inspections.
• 70% of the time is on the floor with employees and 30% is in the office.
• Leads the safety committee and conducts safety walks.

EDUCATION:

• At least 2 years of professional safety experience preferred in the field as a Safety Professional, preferably in a manufacturing environment, or a bachelor’s degree in a safety discipline.

 EXPERIENCE:

• CSP certification is desirable.
• Safety experience should include a strong understanding of OSHA regulations, risk assessment & reduction, developing and administering training programs, accident investigation, and resolution.

KNOWLEDGE:

• Knowledge of environmental and safety compliance, permitting, incident investigation, and reporting protocols.
• Ability to research and analyze difficult information and draw valid conclusions.
• Ability to develop and maintain awareness of occupational hazards and safety precautions.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Strong understanding of federal and state safety and environmental regulations.
• Excellent interpersonal skills as well as both verbal and written communication skills.
• An organized self-starter.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate employees in order to improve processes and performance in health and safety.
• Strong computer skills.

LOCALIZATION AND TRAVEL EXPECTED:

• Regular physical attendance is required for this position.
• Will handle two locations for Diamond Mowers

Location and Hours:

Location: Both Locations

Hours: 8:00-5:00

Days of Shift: Monday-Friday

A full benefits package is available for all full-time employees.

Exhibit Diamond Company Values:

CUSTOMER FOCUSED

• Meeting and exceeding internal and external customer expectations is the responsibility of everyone.   

• We are committed to being a World Class organization and the greatest partner to our customers.
• We will listen, support, engage with empathy, our work must drive the success of our internal and external customers and team members.

ACCOUNTABILITY

• We will be responsible for the commitments we make, and the expectations placed on us. 
• When we fail, we will own it, learn from it and make the appropriate changes.
• We will act with exceptional integrity in everything we do.
• We will be open to receiving and giving feedback.

TEAM PLAYER

• Teamwork and clear communication are paramount to our success.
• We will seek and provide constructive feedback to one another, work as a collaborator, treat peers with respect and dignity, engage all team members as partners to solve problems and support one another with a positive attitude.

SAFETY

• We believe safety must be at the forefront of all our decision-making.
• We will proactively invest in safe solutions and act consciously every day to keep ourselves, team members and customers safe.

GRIT

• We have the passion, determination and work ethic that gives us the ability to push through, to get to the end goal and recognize the obstacles we have overcome along the way.
• When we tackle a difficult situation, we are determined to never give up and be the best in the industry.  

Diamond Mowers is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet.