Health and Safety Specialist

SUMMARY:

Develops and maintains an effective accident prevention program and occupational health and safety program at company facilities. 

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Recommends measures to help protect workers from potentially hazardous work methods, processes, or materials. 

• Investigates accidents to identify causes or to determine how such accidents might be prevented in the future. 

• Inspects or evaluates workplace environments, equipment, or practices to ensure compliance with safety standards and government regulations. 

• Collaborates with management to institute control or remedial measures for hazardous or potentially hazardous conditions or equipment. 

• Conducts safety training or education programs and demonstrate the use of safety equipment. 

• Investigates the adequacy of ventilation, exhaust equipment, lighting, or other conditions that could affect employee health, comfort, or performance. 

• Analyzes incident data to identify trends in injuries, illnesses, accidents, or other hazards. 

• Investigates health-related complaints and inspects facilities to ensure that they comply with public health legislation and regulations. 

• Collect samples of hazardous materials or arranges for sample collection. 

• Develops and coordinates training programs designed to instruct employees in general safe work practices plus specific instruction with regard to hazards unique to any job assignment. 

• Performs scheduled periodic inspections to identify and correct any unsafe conditions and work practices, improve workplace operations, and control hazards 

• Investigates and reduces accidents and losses in compliance with occupational safety and health regulations. 

• Communicates, distributes, and enforces site specific safety procedures and applicable health and safety regulations. 

• Maintains thorough knowledge of applicable Health and Safety regulations; distributes and/or posts new or revised safety standards that affect the company. 

• Establishes and documents regular training programs for all employees and supervisors. 

• Conducts and documents new employee safety training and orientation. 

• Conducts and documents safety meetings with appropriate staff to cover all activities regarding safety of employees, company vehicles, property, and public liability exposures. 

• Provides health and safety working conditions and establishes and enforces safe practices at all times by all employees. 

• Encourages employees and supervisors to report all unsafe conditions immediately and schedules or coordinates repairs as soon as possible. 

• Encourages employees and supervisors to report any injury that occurs on the job immediately. 

• Responds to employee suggestions concerning safety matters. 

• Communicates loss prevention information and program status to management on a regular basis and works through management to accomplish goals. 

• Develops and maintains a proactive Return to Work Program; coordinates with appropriate staff and insurance representatives to identify and develop suitable temporary limited duty assignments for injured employees to perform during the recovery process. 

• Performs other related duties as assigned. 

QUALIFICATIONS: 

• Minimum of three to six years related experience. 

• Commitment to excellence and high standards 

• Excellent written and oral communication skills 

• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills 

• Proficient on [INSERT COMPUTER PROGRAM(S) REQUIRED FOR POSITION] 

• Ability to manage priorities and workflow 

• Versatility, flexibility, and a willingness to work within constantly changing 

priorities with enthusiasm 

• Good judgement with the ability to make timely and sound decisions 

• Ability to understand any and all safety requirements and cautions 

• Ability to perform the physical labor necessary 

• Knowledge of wines and wine production 

• Spanish language skills a plus. 

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent 

Work Location: In person