Safety Supervisor Job in Chicago 60601, Illinois Us
Safety Supervisor
Johnson Controls is a global diversified technology and industrial leader serving customers in over 150 countries. Our 142,000 employees create quality products, services and solutions to optimize energy and operational efficiencies of buildings; lead-acid automotive batteries and advanced batteries for hybrid and electric vehicles; and interior systems for automobiles. Our commitment to sustainability dates back to our roots in 1885, with the invention of the first electric room thermostat. Through our growth strategies and by increasing market share we are committed to delivering value to shareholders and making our customers successful.
(EEO/AA Employer)
Geneva, Illinois battery plant is seeking a Safety Supervisor. This plant works on a 24 hour format, Flexibility in work schedule is required. Responsibilities include maintaining the health and safety of the plant workforce by monitoring and evaluation of health, safety and environmental conditions assuring compliance with applicable policies, procedures and governmental standards; and maintenance of the Battery Health, Industrial Hygiene and Safety Programs.
Primary Duties:
· Develops and administers effective occupational health, safety, ergonomics and industrial hygiene programs, including health services functions and maintenance of related policy and procedure manuals.
· Be knowledgeable in JCI Best Business Practices and incorporate in programs.
· Educates, motivates and trains line supervision and production personnel in good housekeeping practices, safe work procedures, PPE, etc.
· Using specialized testing equipment, samples, measures and evaluates employee exposures to in-plant chemical contaminants, including lead and acid mist; and physical agents such noise exposure. Assists with administering the audiometric testing and hearing conservation programs. Monitors, analyzes and records performance of the plant exhaust and make-up air ventilation systems.
· Assist Occupational Health Nurse (OHN) in administration of medical surveillance and biological monitoring programs according to OSHA standards and company policies and procedures.
· Manages the plant personal protective equipment, work clothing and safety equipment programs according to company standards and operating budget. Administers the respiratory protection program, including quantitative fit testing, respirator distribution, cleaning and sanitizing.
· Assists OHN in administration of the workers' compensation program, including effective medical case management, reporting, record maintenance and follow-up.
· Develops and implements effective plant programs for the identification, prevention and control of occupational injuries and illnesses. Develops and coordinates plant health and safety education and training programs. Serves on the plant safety committee as Co-Chairperson.
· Maintains current awareness of applicable federal, state and local health, industrial hygiene and safety regulations. Maintains legal, governmental and company environmental, health, medical and safety-related records according to standards, including confidentiality. Maintains an accurate OSHA 200/300 log. Accompanies visiting inspectors and reports findings.
· Administers the plant hazard communication program, including maintaining up-to-date MSDS's, effective identification of all chemicals, chemical inventory and related training and education programs.
· Reviews all manufacturing and support operations to assure ongoing safety. Assists the line organization in developing job safety analyses (JSA's) and safe operating procedures for all tasks and in investigating incidents. Develops and implements audit programs to review and assure compliance with applicable health and safety standards.
· Accumulates, prepares and enters health, industrial hygiene, medical and safety data into the IHS computer system. Analyzes data and prepares standard and other requested reports for plant management.
· Maintain professional competency through participation in professional education and training programs and completion of any necessary requirements to maintain professional credentials.
· Supervision activities related to direct reports.
· Overtime is required to meet internal and external customer requirements.
· Performs other duties as assigned.
NOTE: This is a general overview of the job duties, not a complete list of essential job functions.
BA/BS or equivalent experience in Health, Safety and Environmental sciences. Four years of experience in manufacturing environment. Previous experience in leading environmental and industrial health programs, including experience with environmental agencies and required reporting.
Ability to work any shift is required.
Johnson Controls is an Equal Opportunity employer and this position is open to all individuals regardless of race, color, age, religion, sex, national origin, handicapped, disabled veterans, or veterans of the Vietnam era
