Job Description
At Weyerhaeuser, our most valued resources aren't just the trees and timberlands we oversee. iLevel™ by Weyerhaeuser, is a leader in the world's structural frame market with innovative products, systems, and services for use in a variety of residential, commercial and industrial applications worldwide. We're looking for people who can contribute, grow, think and create! We thrive in a culture that embraces diversity and rewards innovation. Our associates are the real reason we've been in business for over 100 years. Their skill and ingenuity have made Weyerhaeuser one of the largest manufacturers and distributors of wood products in the world.
The Colbert, GA plant is seeking a Safety Manager. Located near Athens, GA, this location offers easy access to college charm, with abundant shopping and entertainment. For more information on Athens, please visit http://www.visitathensga.com/.
The Safety Manager serves as the primary site resource to ensure all safety expectations are met for the manufacturing site. This individual provides leadership, coordination and technical expertise in all areas of safety, health, and industrial hygiene compliance to achieve excellence. This position will have the accountability for establishing reliable methods for improving safety performance; nourishing a culture in which safety is an overriding value in all activities and in which every associate assumes accountability for safety; and assuring compliance with all regulatory requirements. This position reports to the Mill Manager.
Key Functions The essence of this role requires a highly motivated, people-oriented person for the proactive, practical application of safety commitment to the operation and to the day-to-day behaviors of all associates. This individual will provide leadership in developing, implementing and managing safety policies, procedures, practices, and projects.
Accountabilities may include, but are not limited to:
- Responds to & participates in the investigation of safety incidents and interacts with the designated Emergency Response Team
- Develops an effective communication process to make safety priorities and performance visible
- Coaches and works with mill leadership to be a visible role model of incident prevention and safe work practices
- Provides technical support for on-going problem solving and safety investigations
- Ensures systems are in place for an effective safety program while maintaining compliance with regulatory/corporate guidelines, applicable record keeping, reporting, safety statistics and trend analysis
- Serves as a primary contact for all corporate & regulatory agency requests and inquiries
- Involves & engages associates in developing an associate-driven safety program, to include safety processes and performance measures
- Provides leadership to safety steering team
- Provides on-the-floor safety coaching and recognition
- May act as a lead for other safety associates
Qualifications: The following qualifications are required:
- High School Diploma/General Education Degree (GED) with minimum 7 years related experience OR Associate’s Degree with minimum 6 years related experience OR Bachelor’s Degree with 5 years related experience OR Graduate Degree
- Passion for safety as demonstrated by a strong commitment to associate safety
- Understands safety compliance auditing process and ability to complete an internal audit/review
- Technical expertise in safety to include regulatory requirements, OSHA record keeping, workers compensation, and industrial hygiene regulations
- Experience in Safety Incident Investigations
- Knowledge of chemical and Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) systems management
- Ability to develop and effectively deliver safety training
- Project management skills to include the ability to develop and implement safety processes
- Strong, engaging, people-centered leadership style
- Proactive, assertive and ability to work with a sense of urgency
- Ability to plan, prioritize and work under pressure and meet deadlines
- Demonstrated computer skills and proficiency in MS Office and knowledge of health & safety programs
- High level of integrity, strong work ethic, good judgment and problem solving skills
The following qualifications are preferred:
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Environmental or Occupational Safety
- Relevant certifications/training (e.g. Certified Safety Professional, Level 2 Incident Investigation, EMS auditing, etc)
- Knowledge of site operation processes
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Weyerhaeuser is an Equal Opportunity Employer building a capable, committed, diverse workforce.
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