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Safety & Training Coordinator (1/28/10)

Lockheed Martin has just announced a new position at Edwards. This is a Safety and Training Coordinator on the F-35 Joint Strike Fighter at Edwards AFB in Palmdale, CA. If you or someone you know is interested, check the Lockheed Martin Jobs website. Search for job using “REQ ID” as 150436BR

http://www.lockheedmartinjobs.com/jobsearch_all.asp

High Risk Operations Manager (1/13/10)

Location: Universal City, CA.

Responsibilities:

Implement all high risk operation programs for the Universal City Studio Lot including, but not limited to: permit required confined space entry; high voltage electrical work; radiation safety; Lockout/Tagout; working at elevated heights; trenching and excavation; construction; and demolition safety.
Work closely with Facilities Engineering on all high risk activity occurring on the Lower Lot and act as the subject matter expert as issues/concerns are identified.
Continue implementation and development of Universal City Studio permit to work system for all pertinent high risk operations and provide management system oversight.
Perform internal validation audits—in accord with the Power Audit Self-Assessment Module—of all high risk activities on a periodic basis and present findings along with corrective action plans to the EHS Director and Facilities Engineering.
Assist the EHS Specialist with updating site-specific high risk operation training to ensure that the latest regulatory—and recommending body—requirements are utilized.
Perform quarterly audits of all hot work program documentation and assist the Fire Safety Office in identifying opportunities for improvement.
Coordinate all agency inspections pertaining to high risk operations with pertinent on site departments.
Work with Medical Services and the Environmental Team to ensure that employees performing regulated high risk operations receive appropriate medical surveillance and clearances.

Qualifications/Requirements:

BS Degree in EHS, I/H, Engineering or related field.
5+ years experience in an EHS management role.
Construction industry experience.
Knowledgeable in the areas of fall protection, PRCS, LOTO, electrical, and trenching and excavation safety.
Excellent leadership, communication, written and interpersonal skills.
Ability to interface effectively with all levels of management and line personnel.
Experience with Microsoft Word, Access, Excel, and Power Point.
Demonstrated management skills.

Desired:

Masters Degree
Prior General Electric EHS experience.
Field industrial hygiene experience.
Green Belt Certification (GE employees only)
40-Hour Hazwoper Certified
Fall Protection Competent Person – Certified
Trenching & Excavation Competent Person - Certified

Site Safety Health Officer (1/13/10)

The International Bridge Corporation is is currently seeking candidates to fill the position of Level-4 Site Safety Health Officer in Guam.

A minimum of 10-years of safety work, with at least 5-years of experience on Wharf’s or piers,
Completion of a 30-hour OSHA Construction safety class or equivalent within the last 5-years,
An average of at least 24-hours of formal safety training each year for the past 5-years

IBC will offer competitive compensation based on experience.

Please forward resumes to kgrote@intbridgecorp.com. IBC is an EEO EMPLOYER.

Global EHS Manager (12/8/09)

Anthony International is the world’s largest manufacturer of specialty glass, commercial glass refrigerator and freezer doors, case lighting and display merchandising systems. We have a unique opportunity for an experienced EHS Manager at our Sylmar, California, corporate office. This position will have global EHS responsibilities for our manufacturing locations in California, Illinois, Georgia, Italy and Shanghai.

The successful candidate must have a proven track record of multi-facility EHS responsibilities. The responsibilities of this highly visible position include development, implementation and monitoring of safety policies, safety programs, safety training and safety reporting tools; advising management on health and safety issues and making recommendations for improvement and correction; interface with governmental agencies (OSHA, etc.) on behalf of Anthony International; reduce recordable workplace incidents.

The successful candidate will have:

Bachelor’s degree in health and safety, environmental, chemical or other related area.
Minimum of 10 years of EHS experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
Experience in multiple locations, international experience desired.
Proven track record of creating successful EHS programs.
Excellent analytical skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to think strategically.
Willingness to travel. Position requires 25-40% travel.

We offer a competitive salary and employee benefits including medical, dental, vision, 401K, vacation and 11 paid holidays.

To be considered for this exciting position, please submit your cover letter and resume with salary history and requirements to:

W. David Hourigan
Director, Global Human Resources
Anthony International
12391 Montero Ave.
Sylmar, CA 91342
dhourigan@anthonydoors.com

Safety & Training Officer (11/3/09)

Salary Range: $69,108 to $84,012 annual

The Carpinteria Sanitary District is seeking a Safety and Training Officer to develop, implement and maintain the safety and OSHA compliance programs for four cooperating sanitary districts – Carpinteria Sanitary District, Goleta West Sanitary District, Montecito Sanitary District and Ojai Valley Sanitary District - located within a 25 mile radius. This is an excellent career opportunity for a qualified safety professional with expertise in federal and state regulations pertaining to worker health and safety issues.

The Safety and Training Officer will be responsible for development of safety program documentation for each participating agency, coordinating, performing and documenting safety training for all employees, conducting regular safety inspections at agency facilities, and ensuring ongoing regulatory compliance.

The ideal candidate will have a bachelor’s degree in industrial hygiene, safety engineering or a related field. The Districts desire a resourceful, motivated individual who can work with limited supervision and is capable of performing ongoing safety training for District employees. The Safety and Training Officer will report directly to the General Manager of the Carpinteria Sanitary District but will be conducting work directly for each of four cooperating agencies. Local travel is required and applicants must have a valid California drivers license to be considered for the position.

The District offers a competitive compensation package that includes a CalPERS retirement program (2% at 55), fully paid medical, dental and vision insurance for employee and dependents, life insurance, sick/vacation leave, and paid holidays.

Qualified candidates should complete a District application and forward it to: Carpinteria Sanitary District, Attn: Office Manager, 5300 Sixth St., Carpinteria, CA 93013. Applications are available at the District office or by calling (805) 684-7214.

Apply immediately. Applications will be accepted until 5:00 p.m. on December 1, 2009.

ES&H Specialist (10/20/09)

National Security Technologies, LLC (NSTec), a prime contractor to the U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE) National Nuclear Security Administration, has an immediate opening for an ES&H Specialist. Work location is at the Special Technologies Laboratory in Santa Barbara, CA. U.S. CITIZENSHIP REQUIRED. NO DUAL CITIZENSHIP ALLOWED.

Successful candidate will perform reviews of all Special Technologies Laboratory Research &Development (R&D) projects and facilities to ensure they are in compliance with Federal, State, County and company Environment, Safety & Health (ES&H) regulations. Perform the duties of the alternate Facility Manager which includes reviewing and approving work packages, conducting facility inspections and assisting with the writing and implementation of facility execution plans. R&D projects involve use of radiation calibration sources, radiation producing machines, lasers, RF devices and routine laboratory chemical operations. Position also involves packaging and preparing DOT paperwork for shipments of radioactive and hazardous materials. Participate in and embrace NSTec safety initiatives.

Successful candidate should possess a Bachelor's degree in Industrial Hygiene, Occupational Health or field related to the position, or equivalent training and experience, plus a minimum of six years' related professional experience. Previous experience with radioactive material or lasers is desired.

NSTec offers a competitive salary and benefits package such as:

Three weeks of paid time off per year
80 hours of paid holidays per year
Group insurance (health/dental/vision)
Basic life insurance (1.5 times of annual salary)
Short and Long term disability insurance
401(k) Thrift Plan (100% vested after three years)
Retirement Plan (100% vested after five years)

If your qualifications match our requirements, e-mail your resume to connelp@nv.doe.gov, reference ad#113-09. EOE. Applicant selected will be subject to a Federal background investigation. Pre-placement physical examination, which includes a drug screen, and ability to obtain a security clearance, are required.

EH&S Manager (10/20/09)

Superior Technical Resources, an international technical recruiting firm, is looking for a EH&S Manager to work for a manufacturing client in Sylmar, CA. Competitive salary and benefits are offered.

Specific Requirements:

Overall responsibility to ensure that Company standards & regulatory requirements are met with respect to the safe operation of the company facilities. Ensures compliance with applicable federal, state, and local regulations as well as company policies.
Establish standards for all safety training and documentation requirements for all EH&S training. Ensure that sites establish annual training plans and monitor compliance with those plans
Develop, implement and maintain general company safety policies and procedures to ensure regulatory compliance and promotion of company objectives
Develops training policies, programs, and schedules, selects or develops teaching aids such as training handbooks, demonstration models, multimedia visual aids, computer tutorials, and reference works and conducts training sessions
Represents the company to governmental inspectors, insurance companies, and contractors as appropriate.

Required Skills:

Bachelor’s degree (B.A. /B.S.)
10 years experience, preferably in a heavy industrial manufacturing environment.
EH&S and OSHA regulations
Development, organization and implementation of facility-wide, safety programs
Recognizing, evaluating and recommending controls for workplace hazards
Bilingual experience (Spanish / English)
Travel is required up to 20% of the time.

If you are interested please submit your resume and salary history to Susy Urquiza: urquizas@superior-sdc.com.

Environmental, Health & Safety Manager (10/7/09)

Allergan Medical, a division of Allergan, Inc., offers the most comprehensive, science based portfolio of Total Facial Rejuvenation products available, including BOTOX Cosmetic; hyaluronic acid and collagen based dermal fillers; and physician dispensed skin care products. Allergan Medical also offers the industry’s widest range of breast implant options for reconstructive and aesthetic breast surgery, and leading minimally invasive devices for obesity intervention treatment.

The incumbent will be responsible for implementing and maintain Environmental, Health and Safety programs in compliance with Allergan and regulatory requirements. Develop, implement and maintain EHS programs, such as: Emergency Response & Evacuation, Ergonomics, Chemical Hygiene, Hazardous Material Management, IIPP, Hazcom, etc. Lead facility in the implementation of Allergan's EHS Achievement Program. Ensure facility is in compliance with all applicable environmental health and safety laws, rules and regulations. Monitor current and pending legislation related to site operations. Manage all permitting activities relating to federal, state and local regulatory agencies. Interface with regulatory agency personnel during inspections, meetings, and permitting sessions. Conduct applicable Environmental Health & Safety training.Conduct applicable Environmental Health & Safety training. Conduct applicable Environmental Health & Safety training. Manage OSHA recordkeeping, employee return to work, and workers compensation programs.

Requirements:

Bachelor's degree (BA/BS) from a four-year university in Engineering, Industrial Hygiene, Safety Biological, Chemical, Physical or Environmental Science, Environmental or Safety Engineering or related field
Five (5) years experience administering environmental health and safety compliance programs preferably in laboratory environment
Willing to learn knowledge of cGMP concepts and application in the Medical Device industry
Good written and verbal communication skills
Ability to analyze, be detail-oriented and problem solve with organizational skill
Strong influencing skills
Ability to work in a team environment
Must have mechanical aptitude and dexterity
Strong computer skills, especially with Windows operating systems
Language skills - Spanish, French a plus

For consideration please apply online using the following link: http://tinyurl.com/ydlg9f5

AA/EOE M/F/D/V

Safety Officer II (9/24/09)

Has responsibility for the development and administration of a comprehensive safety and accident prevention program for the medium to large departments with significant risk exposure.

Positions allocable to this class report to a higher level administrative manager and are responsible for independently identifying, diagnosing, developing and implementing the safety and accident prevention program for a department with significant risk exposure due to the arduous and/or dangerous work performed by employees in the department. Departments currently allocated to this level include Parks AND Recreation, Public Works, and Internal Services. Incumbents research, design and implement safety policies and procedures, safety plans, facilities and operations safety audits/inspections, and conduct and coordinate training programs to eliminate workplace hazards to ensure compliance with the California Occupational Safety and Health Act as well as other federal, state and local safety codes and departmental policies. This position also coordinates the department's safety activities with the Chief Administrative Office, County Counsel and state and federal safety and health agencies. Incumbents must possess a thorough knowledge of state and federal safety regulations; departmental safety policies, procedures, and guidelines; and the County's Workers' Compensation program. Incumbents must also have the ability to supervise staff and prepare and administer significant portions of the safety/risk management budget.

Essential Job Functions:

Injury and Illness Prevention Program (IIPP), procedures, guidelines, promotional materials, and training programs to insure compliance with federal, state and local rules, regulations, procedures, and departmental safety directives.
Identifies, diagnoses and provides recommendations for the elimination or mitigation of safety problems within the department.
Supervises subordinate staff in the Department's Safety Office.
Oversees the investigation and preparation of reports on industrial injuries.
Ensures Cal/OSHA logs are properly compiled and posted as required by state law.
Researches and sets standards for the implementation and use of safety equipment including specialized equipment used.
Directs, and participates in, safety audits of department facilities and operations to reduce occupation safety risk factors and ensure compliance with County safety directives, and federal, state and local regulations.
Coordinates the departmental safety training programs.
Represents the department at meetings conducted by the County and other agencies including Cal/OSHA hearings.
Prepares, coordinates, conducts, and supervises training sessions in respiratory protection, hearing conservation, asbestos, confined space, hazard communication and other departmental safety training programs.
Prepares and obtains training manuals and materials for all safety programs.
Conducts and supervises work site and field monitoring inspections using air monitoring, sound monitoring, and other personnel monitoring devices as needed.
Analyzes data and makes recommendations for personnel protection.
Researches, develops, implements, and conducts ongoing programs in asbestos, respiratory protection, hearing conservation, confined spaces, medical monitoring, and other safety programs.
Reviews injury reports, accident investigations, safety grievance reports; develops and reviews statistics, and, by other means, evaluates the effectiveness of the existing safety program.
Advises departmental management on equipment purchases and facility modifications necessary to achieve safety goals and to ensure ergonomic standards are met.
Investigates and reviews reports of injuries, property damage, non-employee accidents, automotive and industrial accidents, and claims involving the department, and initiates appropriate action.
Acts as departmental liaison and coordinator with Workers' Compensation's Third Party Administrator (TPA) and County Counsel on claims against the County on injury cases.
Investigates and evaluates safety suggestions made by employees of the department.
Formulates or participates in the formulation of departmental security policies and procedures and ensures their implementation.

Requirements:

OPTION I: A Bachelor of Science in Safety, Safety Engineering, Environmental Health and Safety, Industrial Hygiene or a closely related field -AND- Three years of professional level experience in Safety, Safety Engineering, Environmental Health and Safety, Industrial Hygiene, or a closely related field at the level of Safety Assistant*.
OPTION II: Five years experience at a professional level in Safety, Safety Engineering, Environmental Safety, Industrial Hygiene, or closely related program responsibilities in a large department at the level of Safety Assistant*.
OPTION III: One year's experience as head of a comprehensive occupational safety and accident prevention program in a department. A Master's degree from an accredited** college in Safety, Safety Engineering, Environmental Health and Safety, Industrial Hygiene or closely related field may be substituted for one year of the required experience.

A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions.

Desirable Qualifications:

Knowledge of federal, state, and local environmental, health, and related safety regulations.
Experience in writing and implementing safety programs for a large organization.
Excellent oral and written communications skills.
Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills.

Contact:

Martha M. Sandoval
Email: msandoval@isd.lacounty.gov
Phone: (323) 881-4655

Safety & Risk Management Professionals (9/3/09)

Are you interested in representing a company that takes safety and risk management seriously and doesn’t view it as a “necessary evil”? If so, then we would like to hear from you!

Search Systems, Inc. is an executive recruiting firm with a specialty in the Safety, Risk Management and Loss Control Fields. We have partnered up with a first class, financially sound, publicly traded company that is experiencing steady growth rates - even in an uncertain economic time. They provide both Temporary Staffing as well as a full suite of PEO/Staff Leasing services (outsourced HR). To continue their success, we are looking for proactive, career minded individuals that have a desire to a part of an employee focused, quality driven organization.

Qualified candidates will possess the following attributes at a minimum:

Ability to network effectively with decision makers in a variety of industries and levels.
Experience conducting site audits and providing corporate recommendations with confidence.
Ability to evaluate and establish the maintenance of safe and healthy working environments at multiple locations.
Extensive knowledge of OSHA laws as well as workers compensations issues and regulations.
Maintain files as relates to workers compensation and investigate employee claims to determine liability.
Experience developing and implementing Risk Management and Safety programs, which are aligned with various clients’ objectives in an effort to increase efficiency, safety and overall business objectives.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Experience working for a self-insured entity strongly preferred as well as previous consulting work.

For individuals with these requirements, this position offers at a minimum:

Tremendous income potential with a generous base salary and aggressive bonus structure.
Peace of mind that you are working in an industry that is going to provide you with long-term employment stability.
Professional and fun working environment with coworkers that are as successful and driven as you are.
Ability to expand your level of expertise by working within multiple industries and location, not just the confines of one facility and industry.
Comprehensive benefits plan including health, vision, dental, life and 401K.

This is truly a phenomenal opportunity within a highly selective company and only individuals that meet the above requirements will be considered. Confidential resumes may be submitted to Bryce Todd at btodd@searchsystemsinc.com or by faxing to 402-884-7577.

Director of Corporate Safety (8/14/09)

The Director of Corporate Safety will be responsible for the continuous development of Safety Policies, Procedures and Safety Programs and its effective implementation. The Director of Corporate Safety is ultimately responsible for having an effective workplace safety program and culture in place. In order to effectively fulfill its obligations and accountabilities the position directs the resources and activities of the organization to support the Health and Safety programs by providing advice and guidance to company management and senior management. This position has significant influence on the company’s overall performance in the areas of corporate Health and Safety. The primary challenge is to continually maintain an appropriate level of awareness, knowledge and preparedness across the organization, enabling its employees, and contractors, to engage in all Health and Safety policies and programs – creating a culture that prioritizes safety. Provide overall leadership, professional knowledge and expertise in the administration and support of Health and Safety processes for all aspects of company to include regulatory agency compliance, institutional policies and human capital development.

General duties include, but are not limited to:

Develop and provide technical and administrative direction on all safety and health policies and programs which bear critical importance to overall corporate objectives, operations and profitability of the various divisions.
Oversee and enforce compliance with all OSHA, PSM and DOT Regulations pertaining to company operations while maintaining awareness of OSHA, PSM and DOT amendments and makes recommendations for their implementation.
Review internal safety policies and practices to ensure they are current and appropriate; conduct hazard and risk assessments and develop new or, where necessary, amend safety policies and procedures.
Create a work environment which reflects a commitment to protecting the health and safety of employees, food safety and quality.
Identify and support the development of internal talent in preparation for future advancement and promotional opportunities.

Job Requirements:

Bachelor's degree required in risk management, industrial safety and health, safety engineering, safety management or closely related field.
Prefer 7-10 years of progressive experience in the food/meat processing industry with 5+ years of general facility safety management.
Preferences given to:
- Experience with Safety Management Systems: OHSAS 18001, ANSI Z10, OSHA, VPP
- Professional Certification: ASP – Associate Safety Professional or CSP – Certified Safety Professional
Experienced in team-based or participative management techniques within a manufacturing environment.
Knowledge and experience managing production operations within USDA, FDA, and HACCP regulated environments.
The ability to balance multiple tasks, along with strong communication skills is essential.
Passion for what he or she does.
A quantitative and practical intellect.
Detailed oriented with a tenacious focus on results.
Be able to travel on occasion to facilities and vendor locations

Contact:

Dennis E. Garton, President
Priority Resources Group
1-800-552-3254 (405-341-0990)
dgarton@safetyrecruiters.com
www.safetyrecruiters.com