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Job Title: Ergonomics Specialist

Reporting to: Safety Manager

**Essential Job Functions** :

+ Conduct ergonomic job analysis, including task analysis, risk factor identification and quantification, and body mechanics analysis.Daily Payroll Time Sheet Edits and other payroll duties

+ Develop and maintain Physical Demand Assessments for all production positions

+ Implement and oversee facility wide ergonomic and injury prevention programs, including exercise initiatives and the Industrial Athlete Program.

+ Collaborate with Engineering and Operations teams to integrate ergonomics design into work processes and job rotations.

+ Monitor employees in conservative treatment or return to work programs, supporting medical restrictions and ergonomic interventions.

+ Partner with Occupational Nurse Manager and Employment Management team to asses and support employees’ ability to perform essential job functions.

+ Use data analysis to measure and reduce both direct and indirect costs of musculoskeletal disorders.

+ Conduct regular floor audits to verify compliance with safety and ergonomic expectations, identifying opportunities for improvement.

+ Facilitate onboarding safety training, ongoing ergonomic education, and employee engagement initiatives.

+ Lead and participate in workplace incident investigations to determine root causes and implement corrective ergonomic solutions.

+ Act as a resource to internal and external stakeholders on ergonomics, injury prevention and safety best practices.

**Experience Required** :

+ Bachelor of Science degree in Ergonomics, Occupational Safety, Athletic Training, or related field.

+ Minimum of 2 years of professional experience in ergonomics, occupational health or a related safety field. Manufacturing/ production environment preferred.

+ Knowledge of ergonomics risk assessment tools and workplace safety programs.

**Skills/Abilities Required** :

+ NATBOC Certification or equivalent ergonomic certification preferred

+ Strong analytical and problem solving skills with the ability to design innovative ergonomic solutions

+ Ability to communicate safety vision, strategies and performance expectations effectively across all levels of the organization

+ Experience with ergonomic software, risk assessment tools and injury prevention program management.

+ Excellent organizational, time management and written/verbal communication skills

+ Ability to travel within the US overnight for training, conferences and support at other company sites

+ Flexibility to work extended hours as needed in both office (30%) and production (70%) environments, including exposure to chemicals, machinery and varying temperatures

EOE/ Vets/Disability