Facilities & Safety Specialist

Summary/Objective:

To support on all facilities, safety and environmental activities.

Essential Functions/ Responsibilities:

• Actively participate in the management of the Samtec lock- out / tag- out (LO/TO) program. Jointly perform machine risk assessments, write machine specific LO/TO instructions, procure required tooling, and perform and maintain accurate production machine inventory.
• Perform job hazard assessments of Samtec work processes.
• Control shipments of hazardous waste to ensure that all applicable laws are met.
• Manage and coordinate shipment of in-house recyclable materials.
• MSDS management; acquisition and assignment.
• Maintain various safety equipment and systems; safety stations, eyewash stations, spill kits, fire extinguishers, etc.
• Support ISO 14001 functions.
• Perform environmental & safety audits at all Samtec facilities.
• Support all Samtec facilities with the selection, purchasing and shipment of essential environmental and safety materials.
• Establish, maintain and report relevant safety/injury metrics.
• Any other job related duties as assigned by the Samtec Environmental Manager and Facility Manager.

Required Experience:

• 3 – 5 Years’ Experience as an Environmental and/or Safety Coordinator
• Bachelor of Science Degree in Industrial Safety or related field.
• Must be Certified Safety Officer (valid) and preferably Certified Fire Safety (valid)
• Must be able to stand, lift, and walk for a prolonged period.
• Ability to work in a manufacturing/logistic environment is required.
• Both written and verbal communication skills are a must.  Discussions will take place with local, state, and federal agencies regarding environmental compliance.
• Travel on a limited basis will be required.