Health and Safety Officer

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Job Summary

As a Health and Safety Officer, you will play a critical role in ensuring the health, safety, and well-being of our employees, visitors, and the surrounding environment within the manufacturing facility. You will be responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining safety programs and procedures to mitigate workplace risks and to comply with relevant regulations.

Key Responsibilities

  To ensure the compliance with health and safety regulations and staying updated on local, state, and federal policies, guidelines and procedures for all employees.

  Develop and implement measures to mitigate identified risks, including equipment modifications, safety protocols, and employee training within the facility .

  Create and maintain a comprehensive incident reporting system to investigate accidents, near misses, and incidents to determine root causes and implement corrective actions.

  Provide training and orientation programs for new employees on safety policies and procedures.

  Develop and maintain emergency response plans, including evacuation procedures and first-aid protocols.

  Conduct regular safety inspections of the manufacturing facility to identify and correct potential hazards.

  Bachelor's degree in occupational health and safety, environmental science, or a related field (relevant certifications or training may be considered)

  Minimum of 3 years proven experience in a health and safety role, preferably in a manufacturing environment.

Strong knowledge of health and safety regulations and standards.

  Attention to detail and a proactive approach to safety .

  Certification such as Certified Safety Professional (CSP) or Occupational Health and Safety

  Technician (OHST) is a plus.