Job Description

Akkodis is recruiting for a Health & Safety Specialist for a manufacturer in the Mesquite, TX area.

The Health and Safety Specialist is responsible for implementing and maintaining comprehensive programs to ensure a safe and compliant workplace by identifying potential hazards, developing preventative measures, conducting safety inspections, and educating employees on relevant safety procedures and regulations.

• Essential Duties and Responsibilities
• Conduct regular workplace inspections to identify potential safety and environmental hazards.
• Perform Job Hazard Analyses (JHA) to assess risks associated with specific tasks.
• Monitor and evaluate workplace conditions for exposure to chemicals, noise, and other hazardous substances.
• Ensure adherence to all applicable federal, state, and local environmental and safety regulations.
• Maintain documentation related to compliance activities, including permits, inspections, and incident reports.
• Stay updated on regulatory changes and communicate updates to relevant personnel.
• Develop and deliver safety training programs for employees at all levels on topics such as chemical safety, emergency procedures, ergonomics, and hazard communication.
• Conduct safety awareness campaigns and promote a positive safety culture within the workplace.
• Support emergency response planning and organize drills.
• Thoroughly investigate workplace accidents and near misses to identify root causes and prevent recurrence.
• Prepare detailed incident reports and recommend corrective actions.
• Manage PPE compliance and monitor safety equipment inventory.
• Monitor and manage waste disposal practices to ensure compliance with environmental regulations.
• Oversee spill response procedures and clean-up activities
• Inspect and audit plant environmental programs for conformance to EPA, TCEQ, and local applicable environmental regulations and maintain records.
• Track key safety and environmental performance metrics.
• Prepare regular reports for management on EHS performance and compliance status.

• Required Skills and Qualifications
• Bachelors Degree in Environmental Health & Safety, Occupational Safety, or a related field or, equivalent experience.
• 5+ years of EHS experience, ideally in manufacturing or automotive environments.
• Strong knowledge of OSHA and EPA regulations.
• Knowledge of ISO 45001:2018 Occupational Health and Safety management system practices and developing, ISO 14001:2015 Environmental management System and ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management.
• Certifications in OSHA 30 and First Aid/CPR preferred.
• Proficient in using Microsoft Office Suite.

If interested, forward resume to tina.johnsonkelley@akkodisgroup.com.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, an EAP program, commuter benefits, and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable. Disclaimer: These benefit offerings do not apply to client-recruited jobs and jobs that are direct hires to a client.

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· The California Fair Chance Act

· Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance

· Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers

· San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

• Seniority Level
• Associate
• Industry
• Motor Vehicle Manufacturing
• Employment Type
• Contract
• Job Functions
• Engineering
• Quality Assurance
• Skills
• Emb

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