HSE Officer

General Summary: It is up to an HSE engineer to ensure that all occupational health and safety standards are followed and that adherence to environmental laws is maintained in industrial or manufacturing settings. HSE engineers devise safety plans, monitor practices to ensure compliance, write up safety policies and procedures, and respond to emergencies as needed. They also review the impact an industry has on the environment and create plans to minimize or eliminate any impact on a company's surroundings. HSE engineers collaborate with managers, safety leaders, inspectors, and other professionals, and they split time between an office and the field. They work full time and occasionally work longer hours when handling an emergency or crisis situation. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Create Safety Policies and Plans HSE engineers develop safety policies to minimize risks, outline safety procedures, and ensure regulatory compliance with federal occupational health and safety laws and regulations. They explain how to prevent accidents, implement safety plans, and respond to emergencies. They also use knowledge of environmental laws and regulations to review company practices and devise processes to address the impact of a company's practices on the environment Generate Safety Issue Reports It is up to HSE engineers to detail accidents and safety issues within an occupational setting. They work with managers, OSHA representatives, and other personnel to investigate incidents, offer solutions, and follow up to ensure that the issue leading to the incident has been addressed and corrected. Conduct Safety Audits HSE engineers lead safety audits to identify possible hazards and address potential accidents. They work to resolve issues revealed by these audits and cooperate with OSHA inspectors to do so. Oversee Safety Training In this role, HSE engineers lead safety training programs for employees. They explain health and safety laws and regulations, detail safety procedures, discuss preventative strategies, and address employee concerns. General Skills and Requirements Computer skills – it is helpful for HSE engineers to possess strong skills in areas of word processing, presentation applications like PowerPoint, and various programs such as incident reporting and environmental management software Eye for detail – HSE engineers must be able to spot potential hazards, identify safety concerns, and recognize practices that could harm the environment Problem-solving skills – HSE engineers review safety issues and possible environmental impacts and offer real solutions to prevent accidents and injuries and address environmental concerns Technical skills – a thorough understanding of electrical safety, equipment lockout, machine safeguarding, and industrial machinery operations is crucial for HSE engineers Collaboration – from OSHA inspectors to safety leaders, HSE engineers must work with other professionals to create a safe environment for workers Analytical thinking – analyzing regulations, compliance guidelines, safety practices, audit reports, and other documentation is a must for these engineering professionals Communication skills – producing clear and concise reports, leading training classes, and speaking with federal officials such as inspectors and auditors calls for strong verbal and written communication skills Specific Requirements Identify and measure potential safety hazards in the workplace. Analyze risk of fires in buildings. Determine dangers of handling certain toxic chemicals. Recommend appropriate loss prevention methods. Assess the probability of harm. Develop procedures and designs to reduce the risk of illness, injury, or damage. Ensure new products do not cause harm. Anticipate, evaluate, and react to hazardous conditions. Develop hazard control methods. Develop and Coordinate safety programs. Coordinate with outside organizations, such as OSHA or fire departments. Design and install safety devices. Investigate industrial accidents. Conduct air quality and water quality tests. Check radiation levels. Determine if noise levels are appropriate. Advise workers on the proper use of safety equipment and clothing. Must have clean driving record, 36 months no more than 2 moving violations Proficiency in reading and writing in English is required. Job Type: Full-time Pay: $87,869.00 - $93,909.00 per year Benefits: 401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Experience: Manufacturing: 5 years (Required) Root cause analysis: 5 years (Required) Language: English (Required) Ability to Commute: Mulberry, FL 33860 (Required) Ability to Relocate: Mulberry, FL 33860: Relocate before starting work (Required) Work Location: In person