HSE Specialist at RPS North America

Chester, Pennsylvania, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Manufacturing, Building MaterialsIndustries

Requirements

Strong background in medical treatment information and collaboration with local healthcare providers for employee care and case management
Knowledge of workers’ compensation processes, OSHA 300 log, safety audits, and record keeping
Expertise in Behavior Based Safety (BBS) implementation and management
Familiarity with Federal, State, Local regulations (OSHA, TOSHA, NIOSH, EPA, NFPA, etc.) and company policies
Ability to conduct root cause analysis, hazard identification, and accident investigations
Experience with safety training, orientation, audits, and emergency response procedures
Proficiency in industrial hygiene testing (e.g., noise surveys) and environmental permits (e.g., SWPPP, SPCC)

Responsibilities

Promote and maintain IKO safety goals, ensure a safe work environment, lead safety and housekeeping efforts, and drive corrective actions for zero incidents
Develop goals, objectives, systems, plant-wide policies, and procedures for health and safety; communicate and implement accident prevention methods
Identify health and safety hazards, investigate accidents, conduct root cause analysis, and eliminate hazards via engineering controls, training, PPE, etc
Manage safety and workers’ compensation activities, including first reports of injury, OSHA 300 log, audits, insurance communications, physician/associate communications, and record keeping
Complete all safety audits, records, and reports on time; file and maintain safety records
Monitor plant safety performance and trends to minimize incidents, protect associates, and reduce company risk
Implement and manage Behavior Based Safety (BBS)
Collaborate with healthcare providers for employee care and case management; coordinate with external providers for claims management and return-to-work practices
Ensure compliance with all applicable Federal, State, Local, and Company health, safety, and environmental regulations/policies
Lead IKO Safety and BBS teams; conduct required safety training and orientation
Participate in and lead internal/external surveillance audits; perform/coordinate testing (e.g., noise surveys, industrial hygiene)
Develop, update, and implement emergency response procedures
Complete and maintain environmental permits, records, audits, and reports (e.g., SWPPP, SPCC, air, stormwater, wastewater)
Interface with government regulatory personnel and corporate auditors

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Hazard IdentificationAccident InvestigationSafety TrainingPolicy DevelopmentEngineering ControlsHousekeepingCorrective ActionsSafety Management

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What compensation and benefits are offered for the HSE Specialist role?

The position offers a competitive salary, competitive health and benefit plan, and competitive matched retirement savings program.

Is this HSE Specialist position remote or onsite?

This is an onsite position located at IKO Glass Fiber Inc. in Chester, SC.

What key skills or experiences are required for the HSE Specialist role?

Key requirements include expertise in root cause analysis, managing workers’ compensation and OSHA logs, implementing Behavior Based Safety, conducting safety audits, and collaborating with healthcare providers for case management.

What are IKO Industries' company values and culture like?

IKO values quality, integrity, and trustworthiness, and emphasizes a focus on Diversity and Inclusion while building the company by hiring people who share these values.

What makes a strong candidate for the HSE Specialist position?

Strong candidates exemplify safety leadership, promote zero-incident goals, develop safety policies and procedures, and have experience in hazard identification, accident investigation, and workers’ compensation management.

RPS North America

Global consulting firm for diverse sectors

About RPS North America

RPS North America provides consulting and advisory services across various sectors, including property, energy, transport, defense, government services, and water resources. The company helps clients, which range from large corporations to non-profits, navigate complex challenges and achieve regulatory compliance through a wide array of services. These services include management consulting, environmental consulting, project management, and digital solutions, among others. RPS North America stands out from its competitors by leveraging its deep expertise and global presence to deliver tailored solutions that meet specific client needs. The company's goal is to drive sustainable growth and address critical issues such as infrastructure development and risk management, ensuring a consistent demand for its high-value services.

Delft, NetherlandsHeadquarters

1970Year Founded

$31.5KTotal Funding

ACQUISITIONCompany Stage

Consulting, Energy, Enterprise SoftwareIndustries

5,001-10,000Employees