• Safety Specialist (Rock Springs, WY)

    Simplot (Rock Springs, WY)


    Safety Specialist (Rock Springs, WY)

     

    The J.R. Simplot Company is a diverse, privately held global food and agriculture company headquartered in Boise, Idaho. We are a true farm-to-table company with an integrated portfolio including food processing and food brands, phosphate mining, fertilizer manufacturing, farming, ranching and cattle production, and other enterprises related to agriculture.

    Summary

    This role works under general supervision. Follows established procedures. Work is reviewed for soundness of technical judgment and overall adequacy. Develops, implements, and evaluates phases of programs and procedures to assure personnel and facility safety.

    Key Responsibilities

    + Works with internal personnel in integrating programs. Measures and documents compliance programs/efforts.

    + Develops and implements phases of programs and record keeping systems to track and evaluate personnel injury and illness experience. Participates in monitoring and controlling the company’s safety standards in accordance with OSHA and State regulations.

    + Conducts trend analysis, audits, accident investigations, and site inspections of operational procedures, facility design, equipment, and materials. Analyzes data in compliance with current regulations and makes appropriate recommendations to prevent new or recurring accidents.

    + Develops and conducts phases of employee training, emergency preparedness, and quality assurance programs. Evaluates and approves routine material and equipment requisition, new and modified processes, and non-routine work.

    + Must be able to utilize a computer and navigate different programs and software to complete necessary responsibilites required of this position.

    Typical Education

    + Bachelor's Degree (B.A. or B.S.) from a 4 year college or university

    Relevant Experience

    + 3+ years related experience and/or training

    + Industrial Hygiene Experience preferred

    Required Certifications

    + Possess or be willing to pursue progressive certifications through the Board of Certified Safety Professionals. Preference may be given to candidates who already hold one or more of these certifications such as Occupational Health & Safety Technologist (OHST), or Associate Safety Professional/Certified Safety Professional (ASP/CSP).

    + Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite is preferred.

    Other Information

    + May provide leadership to less experienced specialists and to technicians through work assignments, monitoring schedules, and resolving problems.

    **Job Requisition ID** : 24495

    **Travel Required** : Less than 10%

    **Location(s)** : ABW Plant - Rock Springs

    **Country:** United States

    **The J.R. Simplot Company is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, physical or mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, marital status, or any other protected status. **