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Barnes Group Inc Coord, HSE I in West Chester, Ohio
Description Core Responsibilities: Manage all HSE programs for the BA West Chester Division to assure compliance with BGI HSE Standards and all applicable Federal, State and local laws and regulations. At least 50% of time is spent on the shop floor working directly with employees, supervisors, managers, and engineers coordinating HSE activities and driving new HSE initiatives. Actively participate on all site teams and activities including Gemba walks, corporate audits, self-audits, and BES/continuous improvement events. Collaborate with engineering and production support teams to evaluate and improve fabrication, tooling, and manufacturing practices to eliminate or reduce HSE risks; support factory transformation project activities where needed. Partner with Operations management in setting goals and plans for the prevention of injuries & incidents, to ensure regulatory compliance and to continuously improve the HSE management system. Assist managers in investigating all workplace HSE incidents to determine root cause and assist in identifying and implementing corrective actions that address systemic deficiencies and will prevent recurrence. Conduct risk assessments: proactively identify and evaluate hazards and recommend corrective measures. Conduct machine guarding assessments and partner with operations to develop safe set up procedures. Conduct ergonomic assessments and implement ergonomic improvements. Coach to closure any improvement opportunities identified through such assessments. Develop and conduct employee HSE training that is engaging and impactful and satisfies minimum regulatory requirements. Review and maintain HSE training matrix for employees. Guide and support operations on employee engagement in HSE and behavior-based safety observations. Implement proactive health & wellness programs to ensure a safe workplace. Manage elements of the Worker's Compensation program, including initial investigation and reporting, claims management and safe return to work. Manage the Compliance Calendar and all internal / external reporting and regulatory compliance; collect and report data such as air emissions, hazard waste, water and energy usage and incident reports; prepare and submit required agency reports/plans (e.g., OSHA Logs, Tier II, Form R, EAP/ERP, SWPPP, SPCC, Radiation Source, NESHAPs, etc.); schedule and conduct sampling as required; work with government agencies as needed to prevent regulatory non-compliance. Work closely with operations team to identify and address HSE issues related to site operations, equipment, and site design, installation, and commissioning. This includes providing and presenting HSE KPIs. Empower represented employees to own elements of sites programs, establishing a culture where HSE is a priority for all. Own development of area risk assessment (JSAs, CRMP, etc.) Coordinate Management of Change (MOC) Assist with HSE program implementation, identify gaps, and provide guidance on improvement opportunities. Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Occupational Safety, Industrial Hygiene, or related field from an accredited university or college (or a high school diploma/GED with a minimum of 4 years HSE experience) (ASP/GSP preferred). Minimum of 5 years of experience in HSE with a focus in a manufacturing/industrial environment Strong knowledge of OSHA & EPA regulations (OSHA 30 General Industry) Experience in identifying and abating critical risks, such as machine guarding, confined space entry, electrical safety, and lock out tag out. Demonstrated experience in HSE management systems and process improvement. Requires understanding of HSE regulations and standards. Substantial functional experience with proven track record of success in preventing injuries and regulatory non-compliance. Develops effective working relationships which foster integrity, trust, and respect a