at Ipsen Inc. in Cherry Valley, Illinois, United States
Job Description
Ipsen USA is the industry leader for versatile heat treatment systems and advanced process technology. Our advanced equipment is developed for Aerospace, Automotive, Energy, Medical, Tool & Die, and other various industries across the globe.
- Develop and implement programs and policies for monitoring and preventing physical and biological hazards at the Cherry Valley, Pecatonica, Souderton and field service locations.
- Performs field and safety measurements, safety evaluation and hazardous waste evaluations.
- Maintains material data sheets, monitoring of instrumentation and equipment, and implements or recommends control measures for exposure to hazardous materials or conditions.
- Maintains working knowledge of new developments in industry and government regulations.
- Plans and implements safety policies and procedures in compliance with local, state, and federal OSHA rules and regulations.
- Ensures managers and employees are trained in worksite safety practices, fire prevention and correct handling techniques for machinery, equipment, and chemicals.
- Inspects organization facilities to detect existing or potential accident and health hazards, determines corrective or preventative measures where indicated, and follows up to ensure measures are implemented.
- Leads the investigation of accidents and injuries and cooperates in the preparation of material and evidence for organization use in hearings, lawsuits, and insurance investigations.
- Compiles and submits accident reports required by regulatory agencies.
- Partners with facility Safety Committee(s) in identifying and resolving identified concerns.
- Develops and facilitates training for workers on issues related to health and safety.
- Effective communication skills; verbal, written as well as listening skills. Able to successfully communicate to various levels within the organization.
- Knowledge of OSHA regulations required.
- Possess strong IT skills (such as MS Office, Word, Excel, ERP, etc.)
- Possess an elevated level of professionalism when interacting with employees, management, or outside individuals.
- Ability to work in a demanding environment and successfully juggle competing priorities.
- Possess a high level of attention to detail & accuracy.
- Possess strong influencing, problem solving and creative thinking skills.
- Possess strong integrity and ethical standards.
- Ability to travel as required to visit other Ipsen facilities or attend off site training programs.
- Bachelor's Degree is required, preferred in a related field (business management, occupational health & safety, operations management, etc.)
- Minimum of 5 years manufacturing or related industrial operations experience required.
- Prior leadership experience preferred.
- Prior OSHA 10- or 30-hour training preferred
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Ipsen International Inc is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any applicants for employment based on their race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, uniformed service member status, or any other status protected by law.
Ipsen International Inc
Description:Ipsen is a Drug Free Workplace
Summary
This position will partner with operations, field service and human resources in the planning, directing and implementing of the organization's health/safety/environmental compliance programs to ensure a safe, healthy and accident-free work environment.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Education and Experience