Poly-West, Inc., leading plastics manufacturer, is currently hiring a Overnight Safety Specialist to join our team.  Poly-West produces several lines of polyethylene products including high quality trash bags, construction films, and geomembrane liners.  Poly-West is also the most technologically advanced and largest recycler and compounder of polyethylene in the world.

Dedicated to providing the highest quality polyethylene products, our team of chemical, mechanical, electrical and process engineers is at the forefront of modern plastics technology.  The company’s innovative design team is responsible for several technological breakthroughs in blown-film extrusion and bag making.  We also maintain one of the most sophisticated on-site labs in the plastics industry.

• One-year experience in the Safety/Environmental field, preferably in a manufacturing environment
• Associates degree or equivalent hours in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Engineering, Industrial Hygiene, Business, or other relevant field is required. May be substituted with OSHA Training Institute Certifications such as; Safety & Health Fundamentals, Specialist in Safety & Health, or others.
• Working knowledge of basic software applications (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Email, etc.)
• Ability to communicate with all levels of the organization in all formats, including verbal, written & presentations
• Working knowledge of federal safety (OSHA) regulations and required programs in the manufacturing environment (29 CFR 1910)
• Ability to accept coaching and guidance and work in a team environment.
• Bilingual with above average communication skills using both English and Spanish languages.

Poly-West offers competitive compensation packages including Medical/Dental, paid vacations and holidays, and 401(K).

• Coach employees on proper work methods and practices.
• Conduct facility safety audits and work with management team to ensure completion of corrective actions.
• Perform regular safety walks with the management team.
• Advise on methods to minimize safety risks and provide recommendations for improving safety in the workplace
• Lead the accident investigation process.
• Intervene in unsafe activities or operations.
• Assist with LOTO reviews.
• Liaise with supervisors to ensure incident reports are complete and accurate and submitted in a timely manner.
• Attend employee safety talks.
• Collaborate with managers and supervisors to monitor compliance and identify safety issues.
• Assist departments with proper waste disposal practices.
• Educate employees on safety standards and expectations as well as safe machine operation.