Safety Coordinator

Sazerac Company•New Albany, IN

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Safety Coordinator supports to lead the safety culture for NOD; leads the development and execution of a sound safety program to achieve zero injuries; develop / execute safety training; identify and remedy safety hazards; oversees investigation of accidents, injuries, property damage; provides safety program advice; mitigates time lost from work and claims expenses, ensures rehabilitation, assess causes, prevent reoccurrence.

Requirements

Ability to communicate with all levels of an org
Excellent oral & written communication skills
Strong planning and organizational skills
Bachelor's Degree
Working knowledge of MS Office Products (Word, Excel and Outlook)
Knowledge of environmental regulations and related compliance experience
2 years relevant experience (minimum)
Ability to pick up and/or move objects up to 50 pounds without assistance.
Strong communication skills
Ability to work near moving mechanical parts
Noise level at work station is loud (metal can manufacturing, large earth moving equipment)
Ability to work 8 hour shift
Ability to work overtime if necessary
Ability to pay attention to detail
Ability to read and write
Ability to pay attention to detail
In-person job attendance

Nice To Haves

Strong analytical and technical skills
Bachelor's Degree in EHS or related field
Requires Experience in Alcohol Beverage Industry

Responsibilities

Lead the development / execution of a sound safety program to achieve zero injuries at NOD.
Lead the creation of a safety culture to ensure employees think safety first & watch out for the safety of others.
Recommend, develop & execute procedures, policies & programs to enhance workplace safety; develop & execute safety training; lead an active safety committee at NOD; create & oversee a system to quickly identify & remedy safety hazards; oversee investigation of accidents, injuries & property damage.
Provide safety program advice to designated safety reps at US manufacturing locations.
Participate in development of PDS and execute the plan to improve skills to meet job requirements.
Develop the needed policies in support of the Safety Program; provide input to the HR team on all policies as they are developed.
Efficiently manage Safety CAPEX projects at NOD within needed timeframe; provide advice for safety-related projects at other locations.
Work with team members at multiple locations, such as claim adjusters, managed care system, doctors, and management teams, and employees to mitigate time lost from work and claims expenses, ensure effective rehabilitation after injury, and assess causes and implement plans to prevent reoccurrence.
Provide workers’ compensation advice and guidance to designated safety representatives at all U.S. manufacturing locations.
Subject matter expert on workers compensation carrier’s claims administration system.
Obtain and keep current the reporting and record keeping requirements for safety and workers’ compensation.
Communicate and coordinate with safety and workers’ compensation related regulatory agencies.
Perform safety inspections and assist with inspections for environmental compliance.
Oversee procedures for reduction and disposal of miscellaneous or non-routine hazardous materials.
Participate in and ensure compliance with regulations regarding Spill Plan Control and Countermeasures.
Assist with air and water environmental inspections, as needed.
Develop and conduct the safety portion of the new employee orientation program at NOD.
Oversee Contractor Orientation Program.
Work with management and contracted security teams at NOD to develop a system that is safe for all individuals that enter onto the facility and leave the facility.
Communicate pertinent information with appropriate team members.
Develop and execute security measures to protect people and assets, and to eliminate occurrence of or opportunities for theft.
Ensure adherence to Personal Safety, Food Safety, Quality and Environmental Policies and Practices.
Work with management teams to finalize the development and execution of the Crisis Management system.
Provide crisis management plan advice and direction.
Lead the creation of a safety culture to ensure employees think safety first & watch out for the safety of others.
Lead in a manner consistent with the culture of the company.
Ensure employees are treated fairly and with respect.
Create a team environment where all employees are encouraged to make a difference in meeting and exceeding customer expectations.
Implement NOD Health and Wellness Fair, coordinate vendors, and encourage participation.
Assist employees with online Wellness system management.