Safety Consultant (11/21/08)

Location: Nashville TN

Willis/HRH is one of the world’s leading risk management and insurance brokers. We employ approximately 16,000 Associates in 190 countries and generate revenues of over $2.3 Billion.
We contribute to our clients’ competitive advantage through the identification, analysis and management of their risk. We deliver professional risk transfer, risk management, loss management and actuarial services to companies, as well as financial and employee benefits consulting.

We are seeking a candidate to serve as the Safety Consultant for Vanderbilt:

Purpose: Serves as the construction safety orientation manager and serves as a Vanderbilt Safety Ambassador on construction jobsites, both new construction and renovation projects. The primary responsibilities will be to manage the Vanderbilt’s Construction Safety Orientation and ID Badging process.

Qualifications:

• Strong organizational, interpersonal and leadership skills
• Ability to communicate effectively and understand Vanderbilt University contract requirements as well as federal/state rules and regulations.
• Proficiency in computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite and other applicable computer programs
• Strong working knowledge of the commercial construction industry, preferably with an emphasis in healthcare and medical research
• Completed a safety related degree program and/or qualifying experience
• Currently maintains construction safety related certifications a plus, such as OSHA 500, ASP/CSP, OHST, etc.

Job Summary: Develops and coordinates service strategies to provide proactive risk and control services to client. Provides discipline-specific technical resource support to client.

Essential Duties: (Duties which must be performed by anyone in the position)

• Acts as a risk management and safety consultant
• Performs inspections of premises, equipment and work sites to determine health and safety regulation compliance
• Reviews business operations and procedures to determine risk of loss
• Observes work activities and practices to determine compliance with safety practices
• Analyzes information to evaluate loss potential
• Makes recommendations for corrective action or changes in facilities for reducing risk of loss
• Investigates accidents to ascertain causes
• Analyzes history of accidents and claims to develop accident prevention programs.
• Develops, organizes, and conducts training classes
• Acts as a liaison between Vanderbilt and insurance carrier, OSHA and others
• Assists client in solving safety related problems
• Assists in logistical improvements
• Assists Vanderbilt in identifying their resources, both internal and external
• Educates clients regarding safety as a business decision· Provides Vanderbilt with safety best practices

Education and/or Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree3-5 years experience in risk management and/or loss control

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Technical knowledge of product area or industry
• Knowledge of investigative procedures
• Knowledge of management of financial resources· Knowledge of economics and accounting
• Knowledge of principles and processes involved in business and organizational planning
• Knowledge of numbers and their operations
• Ability to observe, receive and otherwise obtain information from relevant sources
• Ability to make judgment about or assess the value, importance or quality of things or people
• Ability to communicate orally and in writing· Ability to inspect equipment, structures and/or material
• Ability to enter, transcribe, record, store, or maintain information in written form
• Ability to establish and maintain working relationships
• Ability to work independently
• Interpersonal skills
• Customer Service skills
• Presentation Skills
• Critical Thinking Skills
• Organization Skills

Physical Demands and Special Circumstances: (The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions)

• Light work, requiring exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently

Work Environment: (The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions)

• May work in standard office setting or on-site in Industrial setting. May involve travel.

Willis offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package including life, medical, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, disability coverage, 401k and an employee stock purchase plan as well as many other options to full time employees.

Willis is publicly traded on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: WSH). Additional information on Willis may be found on its web site: www.willis.com.

To apply for this position, please forward your resume via email to Larry.Carter@Vanderbilt.edu and reference the title and reference code within the subject line.

Do more. Be more. Realize Your Potential.

Willis is an EEO/AA employer who supports Diversity.

Loss Control Representative (10/24/08)

Our Southeastern Regional Office seeks an experienced Loss Control professional to service our Tennesee territory The candidate will be working out of their home in the Nashville area and reporting to the Regional office in Atlanta, Georgia. The selected individual will schedule, complete and report on underwriting surveys, safety service calls and serious injury investigations, including recommendations. Up to 30% overnight travel required.

Qualified candidates will have at least three years of Insurance Loss Control experience. Excellent interpersonal, technical and communication skills are required, as is a safe driving record. Experience using Microsoft Word and Excel necessary. A college degree in safety or technical science is preferred. ALCM or CSP a plus.

We offer a competitive compensation/benefits package, including a company car, and the chance to work with a dynamic and growing operation. For consideration, please send your resume and salary requirements in strict confidence to:

Linda Crook
Utica National Insurance Group
41 Perimeter Center East N.E.
Suite 300
Atlanta, GA 30346-1903
Fax: (770) 481-7570
hr.application.sero@uticanational.com

E.O.E. We require drug testing for employment

EHS Manager (9/16/08)

PSC Metals, Inc. is one of the most experienced and largest scrap metal processors in North America; our operations have been providing services for more than a century. Our clients include both generators and consumers of scrap. Situated on-site at steel mills, at industrial scrap generators, and at our strategically located recycling yards, our scrap management programs ensure a level of service far beyond expected industry standards.

PSC Metals has multiple locations across the USA and Canada including Alabama, Georgia, Indiana, Kentucky, Missouri, Ohio (HQ), Ontario, Pennsylvania and Tennessee.

We have an immediate opening for a Health & Safety Manager to administer EHS at 5 of our Nashville area locations. The duties and responsibilities of this position include:

• Administer the Company’s Environmental, Safety and Health programs to assure compliance with applicable Federal, State, and local requirements.
• Interact with Local, State and Federal governments/agencies as needed to respond to notices or to improve the relationship between PSC Metals and its regulators.
• Review and understand all permit requirements (air, NPDES, oil tanks, etc.) at each assigned yard.
• Develop internal programs to continually improve the HSE compliance program within PSC Metals.
• Participate in accident investigations as needed to determine causes and develop preventive measures.
• Conduct semi-annual audits of yards to identify unsafe or unacceptable conditions to assure compliance with Environmental, Health and Safety requirements, both internal and external.
• Complete audit reports in a timely fashion to promote prompt identification and correction of deficiencies.
• Develop corrective action strategies in conjunction with yard managers to correct deficiencies identified during audits.
• Conduct follow up inspections and meetings with yard managers to discuss progress of audit deficiencies.
• Act as a resource for yard managers and other PSC Metals employees in responding to HSE and Loss Risk-related questions and develop solid working relationship with yard managers and supervisors.
• Educate (train) yard staff (including employees) of the various internal (company policies) and external (local, state and federal regulations) EHS requirements that are applicable. Assure that all staff understands the potential penalties for non-compliance.
• Monitor periodicals and industry publications to develop an understanding of the changing regulatory climate. Communicate new regulatory changes that will affect PSC Metals.
• Interact with Human Resources in the administrative aspects of Worker’s Compensation as needed.

To qualify, the ideal candidate will have the following combination of education and experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Health and Safety or equivalent with 3-5 years related experience in a compliance role. Certifications (CHMM, CSP) a plus.
• Knowledge of OSHA, EPA (specifically air, stormwater and hazardous waste) and DOT regulations.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills must be able to interact with all levels of an organization.
• Excellent customer focus and must be committed to compliance.
• Must be able to work independently and travel up to 50% (within a 90 mile radius)
• Must be a self starter who can produce results without significant oversight.

At PSC Metals, many of our operations started as family businesses. We offer a full range of competitive benefits including medical, dental, vision and 401k. Interested candidates are invited to submit their resume with salary requirements via email to metalshr@pscmetals.com. Be sure to reference position EHS Mgr – TN in the subject line.

PSC METALS, INC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Safety Specialist (9/9/08)

Day & Zimmermann NPS has openings for safety specialists for the upcoming fall outages. These are maintenance outages at TVA fossil sites and vary in length from 30 to 50 days. The position reports to the site project manager and will be responsible for the following:

• Inspect the workplace daily to identify and correct hazards; correct housekeeping issues
• Provide proactive coaching to all personnel on safe work practices
• Conduct accident investigations and reporting
• Process conduct and coordinate safety training of affected personnel
• Serve as technical advisor for site safety committee
• Conduct air monitoring when required
• Conduct pre-job brief audits
• Conduct weekly foremen safety meetings
• Gather and maintain weekly/monthly safety statistics
• Conduct new employee orientation
• Attend and participate in daily staff meetings
• Assist management ins establishing safety awareness and positive safety attitudes through safety meetings, safety committees and other actives
• Provide recordkeeping for all safety audits, pre-job briefs, safety training/meetings, accident/incident investigations, etc.
• Assist management in the overall enhancements/improvement of the NPS safety program.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• Knowledge of laws and regulatory requirements
• Excellent communicator, with the ability to interact effectively with customers, employees, and government officials as needed.
• Able to use electronic and computerized technology as required.
• Able to analyze, interpret and help develop graphs, charts, programs and trends.
• High School diploma or general education degree (GED) in addition to 2 years of experience in safety Management, regulatory auditing/compliance.

Contact:

Day & Zimmermann NPS
Nashville Regoinal Office
Office: 615-782-2991
Cell: 615-631-8467

Field Loss Control Consultant (7/22/08)

Location: Tennessee and Kentucky

FFVA Mutual is an A (Excellent) A.M. Best rated specialty insurance company providing workers’ compensation coverage to all business segments, including: manufacturing, retail/wholesale, construction, agriculture, and service industries. Our total focus is on controlling workers compensation costs through a professional staff that is conversant in every facet of workers compensation insurance. Our product is available exclusively through independent agents. This mutual commitment between agents and company has contributed dramatically to our success.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct investigations, inspections and handle the underwriting/safety surveys of accounts.
• Identify exposures and provide written recommendations.
• Consult with accounts on evaluating loss trends and when necessary implement professional intervention and positive preventive measures.
• Build and maintain productive relationships with the clients, underwriting and other service teams.

Requirements:

• Knowledge of laws and regulatory requirements
• Excellent communicator, with the ability to interact effectively with customers, employees, and government officials as needed.
• Able to use electronic and computerized technology as required.
• Able to analyze, interpret and help develop graphs, charts, programs and trends.
• Bachelor’s or Associates degree with at least 1 year of experience in safety management, regulatory auditing/compliance or insurance commercial risk surveying is preferred.
• High School diploma or general education degree (GED) in addition to 2 years of experience in safety Management, regulatory auditing/compliance or insurance commercial risk surveying is required.
• All applicants must hold a valid/active state issued class “E” Driver’s license.

Employees of FFVA Mutual Insurance Co. enjoy a family-friendly and creative work environment. We offer a fantastic compensation package, including company car, annual incentive bonus, retirement contribution, 401(K) plan, and health insurance.

Interested candidates should contact: humanresources@ffva.com or P.O. Box 948153, Maitland, FL 32794-8153.

Field Safety Representative (6/17/08)

Location: Norfolk, VA

Position Summary: This position is accountable for providing support to the health, safety and environmental programs at Misener Marine Construction, Inc. Primary responsibilities focus on ensuring that safety programs and policies are in place, performing safety audits and inspections, and providing safety training for new employees coming into the organization. Areas of responsibility include employee safety, field safety audits, accident & incident prevention, safe work practices, safety orientation & training, emergency response, and safety policies & procedures administration.

Specific Responsibilities:

• Works with the Safety Manager to ensure that annual goals and objectives for the Company’s Safety and Health programs are met.
• Audits project sites and locations to monitor employee work practices and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and Company safety standards.
• Performs workplace safety orientations for new employees, as required, and refresher workplace safety training for existing employees. Coordinates with the Human Resources Coordinator as necessary.
• Works with the Safety Manager to develop or maintain safety programs that will improve employee safety performance.
• Investigates accidents, incidents and near misses and performs a thorough and timely fact-finding inquiry to determine root cause, and implement corrective and preventative actions.
• Keeps the Safety Manager and site management team informed on safety and health issues and progress toward accomplishing safety goals and objectives.
• Trains and instructs foremen, superintendents and Project Managers to ensure compliance by field employees with safety policies and procedures.
• Assists the Safety Manager in administering the safety incentive program to recognize the successful efforts of employees to improve safety performance.
• Stays knowledgeable about all federal, state, and local regulations pertaining to safety and health issues and ensures compliance in each of these areas.
• Participates in other Safety and Environmental initiatives that will contribute to compliance of State/Federal regulations and improve existing Company programs.

Position Requirements: A minimum of 5 years safety and health experience in heavy civil construction or manufacturing environment is required. The successful candidate must have a working knowledge of safety policies & procedures, field safey audit & inspection procedures, accident & incident prevention, emergency response, workers compensation reporting, and OSHA safety regulations. Prior experince in the marine construction industry is preferred. CHST, STS, or other designations are a plus. This individual must also possess training skills and be able to effectively interface with employees at all levels.

Physical/Mental Requirements: The incumbent must possess ability to remain calm when emergencies occur and respond appropriately. Must be capable of evacuating the work area in a timely manner should an emergency situation arise.

The incumbent must be able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable workplace accommodation. Must be able to wear and properly utilize appropriate personal protective equipment to work or visit the work locations including hard hat, safety glasses, respirators, ear plugs, gloves, safety toed shoes, personal flotation devices or other equipment that may be required by the work being performed.

In addition, the Field Safety Representative must be capable of:

• Walking, stepping, climbing or otherwise moving from one location on the job site to another, this involves climbing onto and off work barges, boats, vessels, or dock facilities of varying heights and access parameters
• Standing, stooping, kneeling, squatting, climbing or sitting for long periods of time
• Accessing confined spaces or climbing to elevated heights
• Lifting and carrying objects up to 50 lbs. as required
• Adapting to extreme temperature changes
• Working in outdoor conditions with prolonged exposure to the elements
• Remaining calm during emergencies and responding appropriately

Application Instructions: Candidates shall submit a resume and cover letter, with salary requirements, by mail to Robert Capelli, CSP, Misener Marine, 5600 W Commerce St, Tampa, FL 33616 or by email to rcapelli@misenermarine.com. Do not call for application status. Candidates will be contacted for interviews.

Director of Environmental, Health & Safety (6/17/08)

Company: Leading international manufacturer of electronic components and consumer products.

Location: Mid-Atlantic

Responsibilities: This very high profile position has company wide responsibility for all safety, health, and environmental issues for the company’s plants in the U.S and international locations. Will identify and assess occupational safety, health, and environmental risks that affecting employees. Recommends corrective action to mitigate risk and accident occurrence. Will design and implement the annual safety plan, promote a culture of safety, and develop and maintain positive working relationships with corporate employees. Will direct all safety, health, and environmental activities as required by OSHA and EPA

Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in safety, environmental, or engineering with a Master’s degree preferred. Must have a minimum of 10 years experience leading an E, H, & S function at the corporate level in manufacturing. CSP and CIH certification strongly preferred as well as international experience.

Compensation: Base compensation to $165K, bonus, a comprehensive package of corporate benefits, and full relocation coverage.

Contact:

Howard Roof
General Partner/Search Consultant
O’Brien and Roof
howard@obrienroof.com
614-766-8500 x-201

Safety Manager (5/20/08)

Job Description: The Safety Manager has total safety responsibility for a manufacturing facility operating three shifts. The manager will also promote occupational safety and compliance within the plant.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Serve as lead contact on all plant safety issues
• Develops and prepares safety procedures and rules.
• Develop and conduct OSHA compliance activities
• Coordinate workers compensation program
• Initiate and ensure investigation of accidents and unsafe working conditions
• Perform safety training and maintain all written safety programs
• Compile statistical data and provide actions to achieve effective accident and loss prevention
• Coordinates industrial hygiene programs
• Manage contractor safety program
• Inspect plant machinery, equipment, and working conditions
• Supervise two industrial nurses
• Facilitate Safety teams

Salary: $60,000 to $85,000.00 range with excellent benefits

Education/Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree required. Strongly prefer a degree in Occupational Safety & Health, Safety Management, or related degree
• 5+ years of safety and environmental compliance experience in a manufacturing facility.
• Safety Certification (CSP) is preferred

If interested, Send Resume to Gregory Lister- Technical Recruiter 615-244-4060, glister@staffmark.com

Safety Engineer/Health & Safety Manager (4/22/08)

Location: Chicago, IL
Salary Range: $60,000-$85,000

I am looking for a Safety Engineer or Health and Safety Manager for a very large industrial manufacture based in southern Chicago area. The ideal person will have experience in a high volume industrial union environment. BS degree in safety, engineering or industrial health preferred. 4-12 years experience and ASP or CSP certification.

Global company with growth opportunities both domestically and internationally if desired.

• Provide oversight and support for risk management and loss prevention control efforts.
• Assessing current efforts in the area of health and safety and making suggestions to management for improvement.
• You will not have direct responsibility for the environmental side.

This position is a very visible position and hands-on leadership is required.

Please contact me if you would have interest or if you can recommend someone who might do well in this position. I pay $500 referral bonus to anyone who can provide me with a candidate and they get hired.

Contact:

David Burcham
Senior Account Executive
Management Recruiters
INDIANAPOLIS NORTH
(317) 582-0202 EXT 1215
(888) 906-0202 EXT 1215
(317) 815-0674
dburcham@mrindianapolis.com
www.mrindianapolis.com

Environmental Engineer (4/22/08)

Location: Cedar Springs, GA
Year(s) Exp: 8-20
Salary Range: $80,000-$95,000

Skills: PULP-PAP

Industry Codes: Board Production, Paperboard, Chipboard, Celotex, Fine Paper Production, Envelopes, Writing Paper

Degrees: BS ChE

General Comments: Ensure mill's compliance with state, federal, and corp environmental regulations and guidelines. Serves as the environmental resource to the mill in areas including air, hazardous waste, sara solid waste and water. Collaborates on the preparation of permit applications and environmental reports for regulatory agencies, completing site inspections and audits. Train employees on environmental topics.

Reports to Environmental Leader. Works with mill leadership, peers and staff to assure development of environmental program. Ideal candidate must be able to embrace change and drive continuous improvement, self starter, able to work independently.

Strong understanding of major environmental regulations, CAA, CWA, RCRA, CERCLA/SARA, TRI, MACT, and communicate effectively with agencies and the public.

Contact:

Dan Brockman
Dan B. Brockman Recruiters
620 Old Barn Road
Barrington, IL 60010
(847) 382-6015
danbrockman@comcast.net
http://www.trainingjob.com

Safety and Training Specialist (4/22/08)

Salary Range: $50,000-$55,000

Skills: Accident, Health, Investigate, Occupational Safety Health Ad, Hazards, Training and Development, WORKCOMP

Industry Codes: General Manufacturing

Degrees: BS Safety

General Comments: The Safety and Training Specialist will be responsible for the implementation and monitoring of safety programs that will help to ensure that appropriate levels of health and safety and governmental compliance matters are maintained. Additional responsibilities include: accident investigations, safety inspections, coordination of worker's compensation program, and development of quality training programs to improve overall plant safety. Additionally, the incumbent will work closely with the HR Manager to produce human resources training programs and other disciplines that link to strategic company objectives. Training programs will be carried out using a variety of learning solutions to include online training systems (e-learning).

Contact:

Dan Brockman
Dan B. Brockman Recruiters
620 Old Barn Road
Barrington, IL 60010
(847) 382-6015
danbrockman@comcast.net
http://www.trainingjob.com

Short-Term Contract Health & Safety Manager (4/22/08)

Location: Nashville, Tenn

Compensation: Hourly based on experience

Our Client: multi-billion dollar operation with several facilities thru-out North and South America. They lead food industry and a leading supplier and solutions provider to the foodservice, in-store bakery and retail marketplaces.

Degree Required: Bachelor Degree in Industrial Hygiene or Safety Management

5+ years of experience with Health and Safety in manufacturing environment with experience in managing Workers Compensation. Ideally this person will have experience with setting and developing basic programming needs.

Experience:

• Bachelor Degree in Industrial Hygiene or Safety
• At least 5 years of hands-on EH&S experience within a manufacturing plant
• Demonstrated leadership and interpersonal skills with the ability to influence change
• Understanding of FMLA and have experience with administering such program
• Must be able to work in a fast pace environment
• Strong Occ/Health background

{Please note that due to volume of responses, I will only reply to those whose background matches our needs.}

Submit your information to David Burcham for consideration.

David Burcham
Senior Account Executive
Management Recruiters -INDIANAPOLIS NORTH
11611 N. Meridian St, ste 650
Carmel, IN 46032
(317) 582-0202 ext 1215
(888) 906-0202 ext 1215 (Toll Free)
(317 815-0674 (Fax)
dburcham@mrindianapolis.com

Safety Manager (4/14/08)

Fantastic Opportunity: Multi Billion Dollar Corporation building state of the art manufacturing facility is in need of a Safety Manager. This is a ground floor opportunities to have a career with one of the nation’s most respected manufacturers, very competitive pay with outstanding benefits and clear opportunity for growth.

Essential duties and responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Supervises plant safety and health programs to include accident prevention, safety training, hazardous materials management, ergonomics and plant emergency team.

1. Follow uniform method of managing a comprehensive safety and health program including prevention, investigation, and recording of accidents and related costs. Assist in measuring results and recommending actions.
2. Works with operations management to identify potential problems, develop effective loss control goals and procedures.
3. Maintain knowledge of and ensure compliance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Coordinate with all OSHA inspectors, fire department inspections and COMPANY insurance carriers.
4. Inspect facilities and work safety methods. Consult with supervisors and recommend preventive or corrective measures relating to process, machinery, layout and/or personal protective equipment.
5. Assist with Workers Compensation program. Participate with legal and/or insurance counsel in presenting information for hearings, investigation of claims and other actions where necessary.
6. Train and coordinate communication with Production Team Safety Representatives.
7. Coordinate Plant Emergency Response Teams including their training and certification.
8. Coordinate Plant Ergonomics Teams and Plant Safety Steering Committee.

Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in safety/industrial hygiene required.
• Masters degree in applicable field, as well as professional certification in safety, industrial hygiene or hazardous materials a plus.
• Ability to qualify for Certified Occupational Safety Specialist (COSS)

Three years closely related industrial safety experience.

Position Skills: Working knowledge of OSHA and NFPA laws. Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal presentation skills. Computer literate (Windows-based programs). Mechanical aptitude with an understanding of heavy manufacturing environment and equipment.

Travel: 50% initially then diminish less than 5% in 2009

Contact Information:

John McCall
jmccall@cpi-group.com
Phone 662-328-1042
Fax 662-329-1017

Industrial Hygienist (4/7/08)

Location: Americas Support Center; Nashville, TN
Dept.: Health/Safety & Industrial Hygiene
Supervisor: Debbie Crigger
Grade: A10
Relocation: To Be Determined
Work Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8 am to 5 pm
Annual Salary Range: $45,000 to $55,000

General Statement of Duties: To assist in the evaluation of plant work environments for the protection of teammates from exposure to chemical and physical hazards, and to assure compliance with federal and state occupational safety and health regulations. To provide technical Industrial Hygiene support to plants throughout the Americas, including interpretation of data. Involves significant amount of travel.

Minimum Position Qualifications:

• Specific Educational Qualifications – Required: BS/BA in Industrial Hygiene or Industrial Safety (preferred), Biology and/or Chemistry. Desired: CIH or CAIH (professional certification).

• Specific Work Experience – Required: 2 years experience in field (one year with advanced degree).

Procedure for Application: Go to www.careerbuilder.com. Search by company for Bridgestone jobs. Follow the normal procedures to apply.