OSHA Specialists

Are you seeking a challenging, rewarding, and well-compensated position at a leading international company? Diatom is a reference in Latin America for the production of silicates, synthetic silicas, and zeolites. Founded in 1956 in Argentina and Uruguay, it expanded to Brazil in 1985 and is now building a new manufacturing facility in Andrews, SC. 
We want to hear from you if you have a strong growth aptitude and enjoy a diverse and innovative environment, problem-solving, and working in a supportive team!
We seek professionals with expertise in production, maintenance, furnace, administrative, and chemical laboratories.
What We Offer
 

• Competitive Salary
• Medical Insurance ( Health, Dental & Vision)
• PTO and Holidays
   

What you’ll do

• Recommend measures to help protect workers from potentially hazardous work methods, processes, or materials.
• Order suspension of activities that pose threats to workers' health or safety.
• Investigate accidents to identify causes or to determine how such accidents might be prevented in the future.
• Inspect or evaluate workplace environments, equipment, or practices to ensure compliance with safety standards and government regulations.
• Collaborate with engineers or physicians to institute control or remedial measures for hazardous or potentially hazardous conditions or equipment.
• Develop or maintain hygiene programs, such as noise surveys, continuous atmosphere monitoring, ventilation surveys, or asbestos management plans.
• Coordinate "right-to-know" programs regarding hazardous chemicals or other substances.
• Conduct safety training or education programs and demonstrate the use of safety equipment.
• Collect samples of dust, gases, vapors, or other potentially toxic materials for analysis.
• Investigate the adequacy of ventilation, exhaust equipment, lighting, or other conditions that could affect employee health, comfort, or performance.
• Analyze incident data to identify trends in injuries, illnesses, accidents, or other hazards.
• Investigate health-related complaints and inspect facilities to ensure they comply with public health legislation and regulations.
• Any other activities as assigned by the manager

What you bring

• A minimum of a Bachelor's degree, Master's in health and safety, industrial hygiene, risk or associated science fields is a plus
• >5 years experience in manufacturing - Chemical industry is a plus
• Candidate must have at least one certification, such as Certified Safety Professional (CSP), Occupational Health and Safety Technologist (OHST)
• Desirable technical working knowledge of OSHA, USACE EM 385-1-1, and other state and federal guidelines
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with experience engaging and influencing cross-functional stakeholders
• Experience in interpreting and implementing standards and processes
• Proficient in MS Office Tools / Google Workspace
• Project and relationship management skills
• Be comfortable with ambiguity, consistent change, and strong critical thinking skills.
• Which includes being a United States Affirmative Action Employer