Job Description

Safran Seats is a global leader in passenger and technical aircraft seating. With over one million seats in the fleets of major airlines, we offer innovative and high-value solutions for passengers, crews, and helicopters. Our comprehensive range includes seats from economy to first class, as well as specialized designs for pilots and commercial air crews. Safran Seats combines quality, comfort, and innovation, backed by robust service contracts that include spare parts, component repairs, technical support, and customized assistance. Join us in shaping the future of aviation seating.

Objective:
Under general supervision this postions assists the Safety Supervisor with the organization and execution of the plant safety functions to include: Development and implementation of policies and procedures, safety orientation, plant inspections and tours, safety committee meetings, and safety training. Assists with the coordination of recommendations of outside health and safety consultants, and federal and state agencies.

Authorities:
This position has the power and control to stop any process or individuals when inherent danger to persons or property are identified.

Duties and Responsibilities:

1) Assists with the development and maintenance of proactive safety programs to ensure a safe and injury free work environment for employees, including policies, OSHA Regulations and required training compliance, and ergonomics.
2) Assist with accident and near miss investigations and safety job audits for prevention of work-related injuries with department supervisors, managers, and directors.
3) Participates in and coordinates with the Safety Supervisor and the Training Manager, regarding new hire safety and health orientation, as well as other specified training programs.
4) With direction from the Safety Supervisor, acts as resource information person for the Maintenance department concerning health and safety issues.
5) Assists with the completion and maintenance of all Safety Data Sheets.
6) Assist with chemical/waste handling and management. Complete annual training.
7) Works in conjunction with the Safety Supervisor and Plant Environmentalist to make decisions and provide communication and training regarding environmental safety, health, and welfare and compliance with all state and federal agencies.
8) Assists the Safety Supervisor, Management and Supervision to implement and maintain compliance with PPE programs.

Complementary Description

9) Assists with the completion of weekly, monthly and annual Safety and Environmental audits to the facility to include notification of department Supervisors and Managers of recommended corrective action.
10) Assists with the development, generation and distribution of monthly Safety reports and Safety hazard reports, including safety trend analysis, hours worked and accident tracking.
11) Assists the Chair of the Safety Committee.
12) Under the direction of the Safety Supervisor, updates safety handbook as necessary.
13) Assists with the safety, health and welfare of the Company employees, also to include tools for management of Workers' Compensation.
14) Performs other duties as assigned.
15) Covid Administrator Collection/Data entries

Job Requirements

Qualification Requirements:

A. Education & Qualification
• Bachelor's degree in safety and health or related field or equivalent experience required.

B. Work Experience - Technical knowledge
• Additionally three to five years' (3-5 years) experience in safety and health administration in an industrial setting.
• Must have knowledge of federal and state safety regulations (OSHA, EPA and TCEQ), as well as ergonomics, machine safety and environmental safety.
• Must have a thorough understanding of state Workers' Compensation laws.
• Preferred knowledge and experience with HIPPA compliance.

C. Professional Skills
• Requires internet and intranet usage and e-mail / fax correspondence.
• Must have the ability to generate written communication and to operate required office equipment.
• Ability to read and review written communication.
• Speech and hearing abilities that allow individual to communicate clearly and distinctly in English.

D. Behavioral Skills
• Works under the direction of the Safety Supervisor with high level of confidentiality, professional standards and ethics.
• Demonstrate strong organizational and coordination skills in an office environment within depth familiarity to company rules and office procedures.
• Possess good grammar and communication skills with the ability to work under pressure, set priorities and handle confidential and sensitive company matters.
• Must be able to properly handle sensitive and confidential information and work well in a team-oriented environment.

Safran Seats USA is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

Specificity of the job

International and/or Domestic travel required; less than one week per year, domestically