Martinsburg, WV - Macy\'s Logistics\\: Seasonal Safety Specialist

Macy's Inc. - Martinsburg, West Virginia

Job Overview:

 

Macy's Logistics and Operations is actively seeking a Safety Specialist. This position maintains administrative practices concerning safety programs and health and wellness initiatives. Additionally participates in safety committees, facilitates the rollout of new programs and systems, and responds to safety issues as directed by the OHS Manager.

 

Essential Functions:

• Provide administrative and Operations support for the safety program. 
• Act as First Aid Responder (First Aid, CPR and AED certified) for work related and non-work related issues. 
• Assist with coordination of Safety Committee Meetings, lead meeting when needed. 
• Conduct required safety training for all associates as needed and determined by the OHS Manager. 
• Assist in the development of required safety training programs in conjunction with the OHS Manager. 
• Coordinate and track information related to on-going safety programs. 
• Responsible for observation of safe work practices and making recommendations for additional training, etc. 
• Spends a significant amount of shift on floor observing and coaching safe work practices/material handling skills. 
• Complete entry of training, audits, and accidents in Safety Measurement System with strict attention to detail including timeliness and accuracy. 
• Participate and assist in coordination of various Macy’s safety initiatives and programs. 
• Conduct required monthly inspections per Macy’s policy (i.e. area inspections, equipment inspections, etc.) 
• Prepare and assist OHS Manager in preparation and follow up for full facility audits and Loss Reduction Index audits. 
• Conduct and participate in accident investigations and follow-up on recommendation with departments at the direction of the OHS Manager. 
• Assist OHS manager with safety initiatives/motivation programs, etc. as needed. 
• Collaborate with OHS Manager as needed to resolve issues or concerns. Reaches out to support partners in absence of OHS Manager. 
• Elevates issues and concerns in a professional manner with appropriate cadence. 
• Any other function management deems essential.

Qualifications:

Education/Experience

• Prior Safety Experience in Job Risk Analysis and Material Handling Equipment. 
• Knowledge of Word, Excel or other Software Programs. 
• OSHA 30-Hour General Industry Safety Training Preferred. 
• Degree/Certificate in Health and Safety Preferred.

Communication Skills

• Must be able to understand and communicate with all levels of associates and executives. 
• Must be able to communicate and give direction based on safety standards in an emergency. 
• Some communication with external vendors, and virtual meetings.

Mathematical Skills

• Adds, subtracts, and multiplies in all units of measure, using whole numbers and decimals.

Physical Demands

• Arrives ready to work at scheduled time 
• Is rarely absent unexpectedly. 
• Is flexible in daily work schedule (e.g., around meals and breaks, and about staying beyond normal work hours when needed). 
• Bends stoops and kneels. 
• Frequently stands and walks. 
• Performs substantial, repetitive motion of the wrists, hands and/or fingers. 
• Uses eyes extensively and intensively to read documents and/or computer screens and to examine associate injuries. 
• Lifts and moves items weighing up to 50 pounds.

Other Skills

• Sense of Urgency 
• Ability to work independently 
• Attention to Detail 
• Organization skills 
• Flexibility in work schedule 
• Flexible and adaptable to change 
• Works harmoniously and effectively with others as part of a team. 
• Must be able to maintain confidential information.
  

Work Hours

• Work hours vary, may require some night and weekend availability.

This job description is not all inclusive. Macy’s Inc. reserves the right to amend this job description at any time. Macy's Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment.

 

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Posted: 30+ days ago

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