Ergonomics Program Leader Job
Ergonomics Program Leader Job
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Job Description
Eastmans current hiring policy encourages and prefers new hires be fully vaccinated before reporting to work in this rolewhen possible.
Founded in 1920 Eastman is a global specialty materials company that produces a broad range of products found in items people use every day. With the purpose of enhancing the quality of life in a material way Eastman works with customers to deliver innovative products and solutions while maintaining a commitment to safety and sustainability. The companys innovationdriven growth model takes advantage of worldclass technology platforms deep customer engagement and differentiated application development to grow its leading positions in attractive end markets such as transportation building and construction and consumables. As a globally inclusive and diverse company Eastman employs approximately 14000 people around the world and serves customers in more than 100 countries. The company had 2021 revenues of approximately $10.5 billion and is headquartered in Kingsport Tennessee USA. For more information visitwww.eastman.
Responsibilities
We are growing our Global Health and Safety team and need an experienced ergonomics professional to join our team to establish a global program and implement processes to protect employees. As the Ergonomics Program Leader you will be the recognized subject matter expert and lead the organization in the application of engineering and ergonomic principles for existing and new processes equipment design and ergonomic program planning training and implementation. The ergonomic program leader would be expected to provide ergonomic job assessment training and use of our ergonomic software. You will participate and lead as appropriate specific ergonomics initiatives/projects as needed. You will collaborate with other Health and Safety Professionals Engineering Medical and other stakeholders to provide appropriate control measures.
Qualifications
Required Skills/Abilities:
- Excellent analytical and problemsolving skills.
- Ability to collaborate with a design team.
- Extensive knowledge of ergonomic design and principles.
- Excellent written and communication skills Excellent written and verbal communication skills including comfort interfacing with senior leaders.
- Ability to train individuals on safety procedures and safety equipment.
- Strong relationship builder solid influencing skills and the ability to coach at multiple levels
- Knowledge and interest in applying and shaping emerging safety technologies
- Willing to travel as needed.
Education and Experience:
- Bachelors degree in Human Factors Engineering Ergonomics Health Sciences or Engineering (Kinesiology Human Kinetics Exercise Science Engineering or BioPhysical Engineering) with an ergonomic focus preferred or related field required
- Certified Professional Ergonomist certification desired but not required
- Minimum 5 years experience working in a manufacturing setting
Eastman Chemical Company is an equal opportunity employer.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability veteran status or any other characteristics protected by law.
Eastman is committed to creating a powerfully diverse workforce and a broadly inclusive workplace where everyone can contribute to their fullest potential each day.
Employment Type
Full Time
