Plant Safety Specialist

• Define the needs and objectives of the plant in safety and safety training.
• Communicate needs and objectives to staff and management.
• Determine how to best achieve Safety, IH and Fire Prevention objectives.
• Conduct or coordinate safety training for plant personnel.
• Coordinate and facilitate activities of Site Central Safety Committee.
• Monitor Safety record keeping and compliance.
• Manage Fire Prevention Plans and Contractor Safety process
• Coordinate employee industrial health monitoring and testing
• Develop and monitor site safety and industrial health budget.
• May lead individuals assigned to site Fire Prevention Crew.

• 2+ year Safety and Industrial Health experience.
• Or any equivalent combination of education and experience that demonstrates the ability to perform responsibilities of position.
• Knowledge of federal, state and local industrial health, safety, fire prevention rules, regulations, and related strategies.
• Familiarity with safety policies & procedures and fire prevention programs.
• Ability to coordinate and deliver safety education and training.
• Ability to operate a computer and supporting software.
• Ability to lead and motivate individuals and teams to achieve program and project outcomes.
• Ability to compile and analyze basic data, develop metrics, and perform cost benefit analysis.
• Conduct comprehensive review and audit of safety, industrial health, and fire prevention programs and procedures to ensure compliance.
• Assist plant supervisors and managers to resolve safety issues.
• Provide advice and guidance to employees on the interpretation of safety policies and regulations.
• Develop, implement, and routinely review fire-prevention programs, procedures, and standards, including hazard assessments, training, documentation, and compliance with all applicable codes and regulations.
• Oversee the inspection, testing, maintenance, and performance of all fire-protection systems in the plant-such as alarms, sprinklers, suppression systems, hydrants, extinguishers, and fire pumps-while managing contractors, ensuring system reliability, and coordinating system upgrades or impairments.
• Interpret and fire code requirements to plant management and staff.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with other departments.
• Take on additional responsibilities, including cross training with EH&S Specialist.
• Wear a respirator and perform duties involving climbing ladders when required.

• Associate's degree or equivalent in Safety and Health or related field required; Bachelor's degree preferred.

Louisiana-Pacific