Health & Safety Specialist

Company Description

ITW (NYSE: ITW) is a Fortune 200 global multi-industrial manufacturing leader with revenues totaling $14.1 billion in 2019. The company’s seven industry-leading segments leverage the unique ITW Business Model to drive solid growth with best-in-class margins and returns in markets where highly innovative, customer-focused solutions are required. ITW’s approximately 45,000 dedicated colleagues around the world thrive in the company’s decentralized and entrepreneurial culture. www.itw.com. 

Polymers & Fluids segment is composed of highly branded products serving diverse markets that require value-added, differentiated solutions. These product offerings include adhesives, sealants, coatings, lubricants, additives, and cleaners for Transportation, Electronics, automotive aftermarket, MRO, Industrial Cleaning and Lubrication, New Energy, and Marine industry customers with unique needs. ITW differentiates through leading brand positions, technology, and innovation, and strong focus on specific niche opportunities. PPF East Asia is a division with regional headquarter in China and we have operations cross Korea, Japan, Hong Kong and countries in Southeast Asia.

Job Description

Responsible for the administration of health and safety compliance in the Danvers, MA facility.  Work in conjunction with the Environmental Compliance Manager to contribute to a safe work environment. 

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Keeps up to date on compliance issues concerning local, state, and national regulations and implements the appropriate policies and procedures.  Conducts audits to ensure that organization and government standards on health and safety are met.  Provides support to management on health and safety matters.
• Manages the flow of health and safety-related ISO documentation.
• Manages and maintains all required facility health and safety plans including hazard communication and job safety analysis.
• Leads accident/near miss investigations and maintains OSHA 300 log.
• Creates product safety data sheets and maintains raw material safety data sheet library.
• Works with the marketing department in developing product labels that meet OSHA requirements.
• Determines DOT/IATA/IMDG shipping designations for new products.
• Manages facility STOP program and ensures issues identified are addressed.
• Leads facility safety team meetings and participates in divisional safety team.
• Provides guidance and counsel to employees concerning regulatory compliance and proper work procedures and the handling of chemicals.  
• Trains personnel on various safety-related subjects and ensures employees’ understanding of subject matter through tests and audits.
• Advises internal and external customers concerning the safe handling, transportation, and disposal of chemical products. Supports marketing by providing literature, regulatory direction, and technical consultation.
•  Promotes, supports, and adheres to all safety, environmental and quality-related policies and procedures.
• Works with EHS Manager – NA and Environmental Compliance Manager in maintaining Process Safety Management program.

Qualifications

B.S. degree in Environmental Science, Safety, Industrial Hygiene, Chemistry, Biology, Engineering or related field.

1 - 3 years of relevant experience. Recent college grads will be considered.

Familiarity with regulatory requirements.

Strong computer skills to create and maintain data.

Bi-Lingual (English/Spanish) a plus but not required

TRAVEL:

As necessary.

PREFERED SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES:

ASP, CSP or CHMM certification a plus

Additional Information

ITW is an equal opportunity employer. We value our colleagues’ unique perspectives, experiences and ideas and create workplaces where everyone can develop their careers and perform to their full potential. 

As an equal employment opportunity employer, ITW is committed to equal employment opportunity and fair treatment for employees, beginning with the hiring process and continuing through all aspects of the employment relationship. 

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected Veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.  

ITW is an equal opportunity employer. We value our colleagues’ unique perspectives, experiences and ideas and create workplaces where everyone can develop their careers and perform to their full potential. 

As an equal employment opportunity employe