SENIOR SAFETY COORDINATOR (268) Job in Bradenton, Florida Us
COMPANYPROFILE
The Oshkosh Fire Emergency segment is a single-source designer and manufacturer of fire apparatus, ambulances, homeland security vehicles, mobile command, communications vehicles, mobile medical vehicles, and airport rescue firefighting vehicles. The SMIT brand reporesents the international mobile, medical, command, and broadcast vehicles. Our brands are known for quality, safety, and innovation.
Oshkosh Fire Emergency is a segment of Oshkosh Corporation, which is a Fortune 350, multi-billion dollar company. At Oshkosh Corporation we are dedicated to desigining and building the world's toughest specialty trucks and trucks and access equipment by working shoulder-to-shoulder with the people who use them.
SUMMARY
Under the general direction of the Segment Safety Manager, this position is accountable to manage, oversee, and carryout safety programs and policies relating to applicable local, state, and federal regulations at the plant level supporting the Pierce Florida Location. This position will also provide periodic support for the Frontline Communications Florida location. The primary responsibilities of this position include planning, developing, implementing, and administering safety and health programs. Interfacing with other management and hourly personnel regarding safety issues is also imperative in this position in order to reduce accidents/incidents and maintain safety at Oshkosh Corporation.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Interface with safety teams and attend weekly team meets as a safety resource
2. Investigate and report incidents and accidents regarding safety. Report on accident data utilizing a computer database to track trends and injury rates. Use this information to develop current and future loss control strategies and implement corrective actions to prevent similar incidents/injuries
3. Assist in the development, implementation, and administration of safety training and accident prevention methods and carry them out according to company programs and policies
4. Ensure enforcement of OSHA regulations and company safety policies and any disciplinary actions that may be necessary
5. Administer the DOT compliance program for Florida Location Oshkosh Corporation drivers
6. Develop and attain personal goals based upon key areas of responsibility
7. Develop positive relationships with local, state, and federal agencies and outside specialists/organizations to enhance the credibility of the company's health and safety programs Complete job assessments including ergonomics and machine safety/guarding and required periodic inspections of PPE, lockout tagout procedures, AEDs, eyewashes, etc
8. Execute timely coordination and communications in all areas internal and external to our business. Must periodically present safety information to senior and executive management.
9. Participate or lead other special projects or assignments as assigned by supervisor
10. Recommend plan for budgets and capital expenditures for safety-related issues in relating to the manufacturing process
11. Maintain a safety atmosphere in order to promote safe work practices and a positive safety culture
12. Use professional safety tools/knowledge such as ergonomics, management skills, industrial hygiene, presentation skills, etc. to convey and improve safety at Oshkosh Corporation
13. Position will require handling of highly confidential safety and medical information
14. Manage return-to-work program and assist with workers compensation claim activity. Potentially represent the company in litigation of safety/worker compensation issues
15. Lead continuous improvement projects for safety and health services departments including ergonomics, lean activities, cost savings, etc
16. Consults with all levels of management including manufacturing managers, plant managers, coordinators, etc., and employees, Engineering and outside services including local, state, and federal agencies
17. Other duties as assigned
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor's degree in Occupational Safety and Health or related field
3-plus years experience in the safety field
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Ability to assertively and efficiently multitask and prioritize work in a fast-paced environment
Ability to communicate safety information to all audiences
Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite, e-mail systems, and other advanced computer programs
Must be able to work a semi-flexible schedule including possible hours on 2nd and 3rd shift on short notice, or staggered shift for extended periods of time
Willing to travel up to 15% of the time
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Oshkosh Corporation is an Equal Opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal opportunities for all employees and applicants. Information collected regarding categories as provided by law will in no way affect the decision regarding an employment application.
Oshkosh Corporation is also a federal contractor which takes affirmative action to employ and advance in employment qualified minorities, women, persons with disabilities, disabled veterans, and veterans of the Vietnam era. Any employee or applicant for employment who is qualified under the applicable regulations will be covered under our affirmative action program by providing this information to the Company. Submission of this information is voluntary, will be kept confidential, and is not a requirement for employment.
Certain positions with Oshkosh Corporation require access to controlled goods and technologies subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations or the Export Administration Regulations. Applicants for these positions may need to be "U.S. Persons," as defined in these regulations. Generally, a "U.S. Person" is a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or an individual who has been admitted as a refugee or granted asylum.