* Position Summary: The Occupational Safety Specialist ensures compliance with occupational safety, health protection, and accident prevention in a casting manufacturing environment. This role is essential in maintaining a safe, compliant, and health-conscious work environment in a casting and foundry setting, ensuring regulatory adherence and employee well-being.
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1. Advisory & Inspection Duties:
* Advise management on occupational safety, accident prevention, and compliance with foundry-specific risks.
* Inspect safety compliance of operational facilities, technical equipment, and new work procedures.
* Implementation & Monitoring:
* Enforce occupational health and safety measures, focusing on molten metal handling, heavy machinery, and confined space work.
* Conduct workplace inspections, report hazards, and recommend corrective actions.
* Promote and enforce PPE usage for heat, dust, and chemical protection.
* Investigate workplace accidents and propose preventive measures.
* Employee Training & Awareness:
* Train employees on safety regulations, accident prevention, and hazardous substance handling.
* Support safety officer training and specialized casting personnel education.
* Hazardous Substance Management:
* Manage foundry-specific hazardous substances, ensuring regulatory compliance.
* Assist with approval procedures and coordinate with relevant authorities.
* Compliance & Process Improvement:
* Develop and maintain occupational health and safety management systems.
* Participate in emergency planning, fire safety, and risk assessments.
* Reporting & Collaboration:
* Prepare annual safety reports and maintain compliance documentation.
* Cooperate with company doctors, works councils, trade inspectors, and insurance representatives.
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1. Education & Experience:
* Bachelor's degree in Occupational Health and Safety, Environmental Science, Engineering, or related field.
* Certifications: Fachkraft für Arbeitssicherheit (Sifa), DGUV, TÜV, or VDS Safety Certifications.
* 3-5 years of experience in occupational safety, preferably in casting or foundry environments.
* Key & Soft Skills:
* Knowledge of foundry or heavy industry safety regulations and risk assessment would be an advantage.
* Analytical skills, effective communication, and ability to train employees.
* Proficiency in safety management software (e.g., Quentic preferred).
* Must-have: Assertive, helpful, and hands-on approach to production safety.