Who We Are: USCS is dedicated to advancing, innovating, and serving companies seeking "Best in Service", facilities, and logistics in the cold chain. We are an employee-focused, equal opportunity employer and would love to have you join our team.
The Job Details:
Under the direction of the Corporate Health and Safety Manager, the Corporate Health and Safety Specialist will work with the facilities as a resource to assist them in maintaining compliance with all applicable regulations as well as creating a proactive approach to Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS).
Responsibilities:
- Conducts routine observations and warehouse field audits based on occupational safety and automation safety
- Identify, recommend, and ensure implementation of improvements or changes to practices, policy, or procedures
- Attends and aids in the incident investigation process for serious injuries and incidents
- Interprets regulations related to occupational safety and health
- Updates 3-year review of assigned EHS policies.
- Delivers safety related training and/or helps facilitate training
- Organizes companywide safety initiatives (Innovators Grand Prix) including OSHA Safe and Sound Week
- Evaluates safety committee minutes and monthly inspections reports to identify trends and at-risk situations
- Maintains UKG Pro Learning/Assigns Training/Creates computer-based trainings
- Serves as an expert on United States Cold Storage (USCS) Incident tracking system (HITTs)
- Manage automation safety directive milestones (Safety survey, PSSR, MOC)
- Support safety reviews for automated systems, conveyors, robotics, automated storage and retrieval systems, palletizers, wrappers, dock automation, and other mechanized equipment.
- Assist with automation safety risk assessments during design, installation, commissioning, operation, and modification of equipment.
- Verify that machine guarding, light curtains, interlocks, emergency stops, guarding gaps, access controls, and safety-rated devices are in place and functioning as intended.
- Support lockout/tagout procedures for automated and mechanized equipment, including review of equipment-specific procedures.
- Participate in pre-startup safety reviews and management of change activities for new or modified equipment.
- Assist with training employees on automation safety expectations, restricted access areas, safe interaction with automated systems, and emergency response procedures.
- Promote the use of the hierarchy of controls when addressing automation and machine-related hazards.
The Job Specifics:
- Location and Department: Camden, NJ – Compliance Safety
- Reports To: Corporate Health and Safety Manager
- Travel Amount: 50%
- Full Time, Exempt
- Salaried, Biweekly Paid
- Salary Range: $70,000.00 - $90,000.00/yr.
What We Are Looking For:
The Ideal candidate will have or be able to complete the below qualifications.
- Education:
- Bachelor’s degree in science, engineering, environmental health, or safety preferred (equivalent business experience will be considered)
- Certification in Safety a plus (ASP or CSP)
- Qualifications:
- At least 5 years of experience working in the safety field
- Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Experience conducting training
- Must be familiar with Microsoft Office, Excel, Copilot
- Must have a working knowledge of Federal, State and Local EH&S regulations and the ability to interpret requirements as they relate to United States Cold Storage
- Must demonstrate ability to exercise judgment and tact when interfacing with employees and outside auditors, inspectors, and/or agency personnel.
- Must be a self-starter that is able to work on and solve problems of diverse scope and complexity.
- Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with warehousing, cold storage, ammonia, or other relevant experience a plus
Other Abilities You Will Need to Have: The requirements described below are representative of those required to perform the essential duties of this position. Reasonable accommodation may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential duties.
- May require physical effort associated with using the computer to access information, or occasional standing, walking, lifting needed to carry out everyday activities.
- Stand and walk for extended periods.
- Use hands to handle objects, tools, or controls.
- Attention to detail.
- Effective communication, vision, and hearing are essential for safety and productivity.
- Operate scanners, tablets, radios, phones, computers, and other essential warehouse equipment as required.
- Additional work hours may be requested by management to help manage employee production, projects, and or special events.
- Operate a registered motor vehicle if apart of daily tasks.
- Engage in frequent personal interaction and communication.
- Possess strong arithmetic and reading skills.
- Follow verbal instructions, written instructions, and company policies.
- Be a self-starter, able to work independently and coordinate with others.
- Thrive in a fast-paced environment, managing stress and meeting productivity guidelines.
The Standard Details:
- Always maintain a professional demeanor in appearance and communications.
- Participate in staff and/or customer meetings as required.
- Take initiative to prevent non-conformities related to product, process, and quality systems.
- Identify and report any issues related to product, processes, and/or quality.
- Propose and implement solutions through appropriate channels.
- Ensure solutions are effectively implemented.
- Always follow posted security procedures while in the building.
- Participate in safety and educational training programs.
What’s In It for You:
We are a great company with great people. Full-time employees not under contract are offered:
- 401K and Educational Assistance after 1 year.
- Blue Cross Blue Shield available after 30 days of service, if elected.
- Company Life Insurance.
- A variety of additional benefits and perks.
Additional Information:
- This job description may not encompass all tasks necessary to complete the role.
- Job functions may vary based on the area of operation. This description outlines the most common tasks required for the job.
- Reasonable accommodation may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential duties.
Other Benefits Include:
If annual hours are attained, these benefits may apply. Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription, Legal Insurance, Pet Discount, Critical Illness, Accident Insurance, Hospital Indemnity, Long Term Care + Permanent Life Insurance, Identity Theft Protection, Short Term Disability Insurance, Long Term Disability Insurance, Additional disability benefit, Basic Life Insurance, Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance, Voluntary Life Insurance, Voluntary Spouse Life Insurance, Voluntary Child Life Insurance, Loan Solution, Health Flexible Spending Account, Dependent Flexible Spending Account, Commuter accounts, Telemedicine, Virtual Primary Care, Prescription Specialty Copay Assistance Program, Weight Management Program, Chronic Condition Management, Care Navigator Program, 24/7 Nurse Line, Expert Medical Opinion, Precious Additions Maternity Program, Health Advocacy, Employee Assistance Program, Digital Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Digital Physical Therapy, Behavioral and Mental Health Platforms, Auto and home discount program, Secure Travel Protection, Discount Programs, 401(k) plan, Education Assistance, Paid Time Off.