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JOB SUMMARY

Reporting to the Director, EHS, this role will establish and maintain the health and safety of the plant workforce by monitoring and evaluating health and safety conditions; assuring compliance with applicable policies, procedures and governmental standards; and maintenance of the Health, Industrial Hygiene and Safety Programs for several facilities.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop and administer effective occupational health, safety, ergonomics and industrial hygiene programs, including health services functions and maintenance of related policy and procedures in accordance with Bluebird Operating System requirements.
• Educate, motivate and train line supervision and production personnel in good housekeeping practices, safe work procedures, PPE, etc.
• Use specialized testing equipment
• Sample, measure and evaluate employee exposures to in-plant chemical contaminants; and physical agents such as heat and noise exposure.
• Administer the audiometric testing and hearing conservation programs.
• Assist Occupational Health Nurse (OHN) in administration of medical surveillance and biological monitoring programs according to OSHA standards and company policies and procedures.
• Manage the plant personal protective equipment, work clothing and safety equipment programs according to company standards and operating budget.
• Administer the respiratory protection program, including quantitative fit testing, respirator distribution, cleaning and sanitizing.
• Assist OHN in administration of the workers' compensation program, including effective medical case management, reporting, record maintenance and follow-up.
• Develop and implement effective plant programs for the identification, prevention and control of occupational injuries and illnesses.
• Develop and coordinate plant health and safety education and training programs.
• Be an active member of plant safety committee
• Maintain current awareness of applicable federal, state and local health, industrial hygiene and safety regulations.
• Maintain legal, governmental and company environmental, health, medical and safety-related records according to standards, including confidentiality.
• Maintain an accurate OSHA 300 log.
• Accompany visiting inspectors and report findings.
• Administer the plant hazard communication program, including maintaining up-to-date SDS's, effective identification of all chemicals, chemical inventory and related training and education programs.
• Review all manufacturing and support operations to assure ongoing safety.
• Assist the line organization in developing risk assessments and safe operating procedures for all tasks and in investigating incidents.
• Develop and implement audit programs to review and assure compliance with applicable health and safety standards.
• Accumulate, prepare and enter health, industrial hygiene, and medical and safety data into the computer system. Analyze data and prepare standard and other requested reports for plant and regional management. 
• Management and leadership style support positive employee relations.
• Maintains professional competency through participation in professional education and training programs and completion of any necessary requirements to maintain professional credentials.
• Minimal travel may be required for professional development, training and audits.
• Overtime is required to meet internal and external customer requirements.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES FOR SUCCESS

• Be knowledgeable in Best Business Practices and incorporate in programs.

• Experience with air sampling and monitoring.
• Experience with medical surveillance and biological monitoring programs.
• Experience with administering a hazardous communication program, including managing and leading an emergency response team.
• Previous experience with OSHA.

BASIC EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

• Bachelor's degree required. Occupational Safety/Industrial Hygiene or related field highly preferred.
• Minimum four years of experience in a manufacturing environment in a safety role.

• All candidates must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident.  

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE

• Experience in heavy industrial environment highly preferred.

WE VALUE

• Ability to anticipate and understand customer needs and provide guidance
• Excellent interpersonal and customer relationship skills to handle difficult and sensitive matters.
• Strong project management skills. Exposure to difficult or complex projects a plus.
• Ability to influence stakeholders
• Effective communication and ability to communicate complex details in a clear manner.
• Flexible workspaces and work hours that help you unleash the best you.
• Working in a collaborative team and balancing the needs of individual stakeholders while delivering corporate objectives.

INCLUDES

• Continued Professional Development
• Benefits including medical, dental and vision insurance, 14 paid holidays, vacation time and 401k with match

*The specific statements shown in each section of this description are not intended to be all-inclusive.  They represent typical elements and criteria necessary to successfully perform the job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions

Blue Bird® is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions on the basis of merit. We strive to have the best available talent in every job based on the Knowledge, Skills and Abilities each person brings.  Blue Bird is committed to compliance with all applicable laws providing equal employment opportunities. This commitment applies to all persons involved in Company operations and prohibits unlawful discrimination in all forms.

All candidates must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States and will be required to provide proof of employment eligibility at the time of hire.

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