Safety Manager
- Full-Time
- Kingsport, TN
- BAE Systems
- Posted 2 years ago – Accepting applications
Job Description
BAE Systems, one of the world's leading defense contractors and a stable Fortune 500 company, is hiring a Safety Manager for our chemical manufacturing facility in Kingsport, TN. The Safety Manager is responsible for maintaining an Occupational Health and Safety program (OHSAS 18001) that supports the safe execution of production activities in accordance with the corporate safety policy and all federal, state, and local regulations. In this role, you are responsible for developing working partnerships across the organization that promote a positive, proactive approach to ensuring worker health and safety. You must create and maintain an effective method for review of work processes to ensure a robust approach to hazard identification, risk assessment and the implementation of operational controls. You will establish and maintain the infrastructure and organization necessary to consistently deliver industry leading Safety and Health performance.
Key Roles & Responsibilities
Required Education, Experience, & Skills
Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
About BAE Systems Platforms & Services
BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it’s what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts – defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team—making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you’ll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference.
The Platforms & Services (P&S) sector under BAE Systems, Inc does the big stuff: the armored combat vehicles, naval guns, missile launchers, and naval ship repair…just to name a few. Our employees take pride in the work they do and why they do it. They are on the front lines every day, building our products to protect the lives of those who serve. We may be biased, but we think P&S does some of the coolest work around, and we think you will too.
At BAE Systems, we celebrate the array of skills, experiences, and perspectives our employees bring to the table. For us, differences are a source of strength. We’re laser-focused on high performance, and we work hard every day to nurture an inclusive culture where all employees can innovate and thrive. Here, you will not only build your career, but you will also enjoy work-life balance, uncover new experiences, and collaborate with passionate colleagues.
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Key Roles & Responsibilities
- Ensure the safety of all employees working in a 24/7 high-explosives manufacturing operation
- Ensure compliance with all applicable regulations, consensus standards, and customer requirements
- Liaise and coordinate with other BAE Ordnance facility to ensure common understanding of and compliance with OHS requirements
- Ensure thorough safety audits are conducted at required intervals
- Ensure adequate risk assessments and mitigation throughout site
- Coordinate, schedule, and participate in site inspections with insurance companies, government and regulatory agencies
- Manage a team of approximately 18 safety professionals
- Other duties as assigned
Required Education, Experience, & Skills
- Minimum requirement: Bachelor's degree and 6 years of related safety experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Proficient in OSHA regulations, consensus standards and customer specifications
- Experience in managing an Occupational Safety and Health system (OHSAS 18001 or equivalent)
- Experience managing/leading a team
- Experience with hazard identification, related risk assessment, and determination of proper controls
- Computer capable to include MS: Word, PowerPoint, and Excel
Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Safety or related discipline
- Experience working in a chemical or explosives manufacturing environment
- Process Safety Management experience
- Certified Safety Professional (CSP)
- Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH)
- Experience supporting a 24/7 manufacturing facility
About BAE Systems Platforms & Services
BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it’s what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts – defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team—making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you’ll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference.
The Platforms & Services (P&S) sector under BAE Systems, Inc does the big stuff: the armored combat vehicles, naval guns, missile launchers, and naval ship repair…just to name a few. Our employees take pride in the work they do and why they do it. They are on the front lines every day, building our products to protect the lives of those who serve. We may be biased, but we think P&S does some of the coolest work around, and we think you will too.
At BAE Systems, we celebrate the array of skills, experiences, and perspectives our employees bring to the table. For us, differences are a source of strength. We’re laser-focused on high performance, and we work hard every day to nurture an inclusive culture where all employees can innovate and thrive. Here, you will not only build your career, but you will also enjoy work-life balance, uncover new experiences, and collaborate with passionate colleagues.