Description & Requirements Smurfit Westrock (NYSE:SW) is a global leader in sustainable paper and packaging solutions. We are materials scientists, packaging designers, mechanical engineers and manufacturing experts with a shared purpose: Innovate Boldly. Package Sustainably. Guided by our values of integrity, respect, accountability and excellence, we use leading science and technology to move fiber-based packaging forward.

The Safety Specialist provides support and leadership to the Florence Mill, to reduce the frequency and severity of occupational injuries and illnesses and to ensure sustainable compliance with local, state, and federal rules and regulations.

 

THE OPPORTUNITY:

The Safety Specialist has primary responsibility for assisting the Safety Manager and supporting Mill operations as needed. The Safety Specialist will report to the Safety Manager.

 

 

HOW YOU WILL IMPACT SMURFIT WESTROCK:

Administers and models safety in his/her area of responsibility; participates in and supports the safety programs for the Mill; ensures compliance with all applicable OSHA and mill safety rules.Leads culture change towards an injury-free facility through leadership, increased employee engagement, effective training and coaching, on-the floor interactions, and rule compliance.Identifies safety needs for the mill; gathers technical data, cost, or other relevant information; makes verbal and written reports/recommendations to senior management.Fully focused and engaged in all aspects of designated responsibilityProvides guidance to ensure compliance with all safety policiesProvides updates on safety items Assists with the development and implementation of safety topics including but not limited to lockout, ergonomics, machine guarding, hazard communication and site securityMaintains frequent communication with the Safety Manager to provide technical resource guidance and to ensure consistent implementation of safety process tools that support WestRock’s strategic safety plans and objectives

 

 

WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED:

Bachelor’s degree in safety or related fieldGood written and verbal communication skillsProficient in Microsoft Office ProgramsProficient with OSHA StandardsMust pass site required background check, physical, and drug screen

 

 

COMPETENCIES:

SafetyAbility to Execute Champion of & Adaptor to ChangeCustomer FocusedDecision Making/JudgmentInitiativeProblem Solving/AnalysisInfluence & PersuasionIntegrity Communication 

 

 

Keywords: safety engineer, safety engineering, safety specialist, safety coordinator, LOTO, machine guarding, ladder safety, working at heights, PPE, OSHA, paper, paper mill, manufacturing

Candidates are required to undergo a drug screening after receiving a conditional job offer, but before starting employment.