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The successful candidate for Safety Engineer will join a growing team of Health, Safety & Engineering professionals helping our customers reduce their work-related risk to quality, productivity and employee health.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Lead Up-Front design reviews with suppliers and ensure all initial designs of equipment, tooling, robotics, conveyors, meet all relevant safety standards
Act as a Subject Matter Expert in the field of Safety Engineering, particularly in evaluating design of new products, equipment and facilities.
Conduct Risk Assessments on various machinery and tooling
Define program in approach, timing, and deliverable with program team
Conduct, facilitate or advise as necessary in Machinery and Equipment Design Reviews and/or buy-offs
Effectively communicate new initiatives, standards, regulations, significant incidents and management directives to internal and external stakeholders
Provide specific health and safety training on various safety topics, as required
Technical consultant and advisor in technical and non-technical safety topics, including local and national safety regulations
Coordinate implementation and continuous improvement in safety programs
Must present the knowledge, confidence and ability to take immediate and appropriate action when an "imminent risk of serious injury" has been identified
Work in cooperation with union Health and Safety Representatives to achieve objectives
Provide technical support during risk assessment, construction, and/or installation of equipment as required
Report program status weekly to management roles

Bachelor's Degree in Occupational Safety, a related discipline or CSP certification
Must be able to work in various locations within assigned region
Environment- Typical office and or manufacturer plant floor facilities
Be flexible to work outside of typical office hours to support client projects as needed
Ability to work independently with no or limited supervision
Proficient in use of Microsoft Office applications
Excellent written and verbal communication skills; organizational skills
One to three years’ experience manufacturing experience with understanding of environmental and safety processes and hands-on experience in environmental and safety compliance activities

Physical/ Environmental Demands

Must be able to lift 25 lbs., climb ladders and transition through plant floors when at manufacturing plants on regular basis
Must be able to wear mandatory PPE in plant environments (hard hat, safety eyewear, hearing protection, safety shoes and safety clothes, etc. when required)
Subject to atmospheric conditions, including, but not limited to, exposure to dust, chemicals, and odors.

We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment status because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state, or local protected class.

Sandalwood Engineering & Ergonomics participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your I-9 information to confirm that your are authorized to work in the U.S.

Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Retirement Plan (401k)
Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
Paid Time Off (Vacation/Sick & Public Holidays)
Short Term & Long Term Disability
Training & Development (Tuition Reimbursement and Certifications)

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