DESCRIPTION
We are looking for a talented Occupational Health Technician - Level IV to join our team specializing in Health and Safety for our Cummins Inc. facility in Ladson, SC.
In this role, you will make an impact in the following ways:
- Provide Critical Care : Deliver injury assessment and care to site personnel, ensuring their well-being and safety.
- Manage Health Programs : Oversee occupational health programs, ensuring compliance with corporate policies and local regulations.
- Support Emergency Systems : Actively participate in planning and maintaining emergency first aid systems, enhancing site readiness.
- Ensure Compliance : Identify and address gaps in compliance with health and wellness policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
- Maintain Confidentiality : Uphold confidentiality and proper recordkeeping standards, protecting sensitive health information.
- Drive Health Initiatives : Implement corporate health and wellness initiatives, fostering a healthier workplace environment.
- Conduct Health Surveillance : Support health surveillance initiatives and ergonomic and industrial hygiene analysis to reduce risks.
- Promote Teamwork : Communicate effectively with team members and support teams, contributing to a collaborative and safe work environment.
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RESPONSIBILITIES
To be successful in this role you will need the following:
- Optimize Work Processes : Understand and implement the most effective and efficient processes, with a continuous improvement mindset.
- Conduct Thorough HSE Investigations : Perform quality, evidence-based investigations of HSE incidents, ensuring accurate root cause analysis and effective corrective actions.
- Manage Emergency Preparedness : Coordinate and participate in emergency action plans, applying best practices and regulations to mitigate risks and ensure compliance.
- Occupational Health Management : Collaborate with health experts and employees to create and deliver programs that enhance safety, health, and wellbeing.
- Work-Related Injuries and Illnesses Management : Communicate and document incidents according to guidelines and regulations, manage cases effectively, and support affected employees' recovery.
Education/Experience
- High school diploma or certificate of completion of secondary education or equivalent experience to the extent such experience meets applicable regulations.
- A two-year University degree from an accredited program in Nursing or related field of study required.
- CPR and First Aid training required.
- Significant work experience and in-depth knowledge obtained through specialized training and experience in occupational health or related field.
QUALIFICATIONS
Additional Information
- 3-5 years minimum experience and qualification in Ergonomic Risk Reduction.
- Ergonomics Risk Reduction Program: As the single point of accountability, manage the campus ergonomics risk reduction programs.
- Prioritize safety and implement measures to reduce ergonomic risks.
- Chair Ergonomic Committees: Lead cross-functional ergonomic committees.
- Facilitate collaboration and decision-making to enhance workplace ergonomics.
- Metrics Monitoring and Reporting: Regularly monitor ergonomic metrics.
- Analyze trends and report on progress toward risk reduction goals.
- Human Tech Database Management: Maintain the Human Tech database.
- Use data insights to drive improvements in ergonomic risk management.
- Human Tech Validator Qualification: Attain the Human Tech Validator qualification level.
- Ensure proper training for Human Tech Trainers and Assessors.
- Case Management Leadership: Engage HR, HSE, Medical and off-site claims team in case management processes.
- Drive continuous improvement in managing workplace incidents.
- Case Management Procedure: Take responsibility for the campus's case management procedure.
Job Health and Safety
Organization Cummins Inc.
Role Category On-site
Job Type Office
ReqID 2403959
Relocation Package No
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