Description
Position at JBS USA
Job Title: Ergonomics Specialist
Location: Green Bay WI
Reporting to: Safety Manager
Essential Job Functions:
- Conduct ergonomic job analysis including task analysis risk factor identification and quantification and body mechanics analysis.Daily Payroll Time Sheet Edits and other payroll duties
- Develop and maintain Physical Demand Assessments for all production positions
- Implement and oversee facility wide ergonomic and injury prevention programs including exercise initiatives and the Industrial Athlete Program.
- Collaborate with Engineering and Operations teams to integrate ergonomics design into work processes and job rotations.
- Monitor employees in conservative treatment or return to work programs supporting medical restrictions and ergonomic interventions.
- Partner with Occupational Nurse Manager and Employment Management team to asses and support employees ability to perform essential job functions.
- Use data analysis to measure and reduce both direct and indirect costs of musculoskeletal disorders.
- Conduct regular floor audits to verify compliance with safety and ergonomic expectations identifying opportunities for improvement.
- Facilitate onboarding safety training ongoing ergonomic education and employee engagement initiatives.
- Lead and participate in workplace incident investigations to determine root causes and implement corrective ergonomic solutions.
- Act as a resource to internal and external stakeholders on ergonomics injury prevention and safety best practices.
Experience Required:
- Bachelor of Science degree in Ergonomics Occupational Safety Athletic Training or related field.
- Minimum of 2 years of professional experience in ergonomics occupational health or a related safety field. Manufacturing/ production environment preferred.
- Knowledge of ergonomics risk assessment tools and workplace safety programs.
Skills/Abilities Required:
- NATBOC Certification or equivalent ergonomic certification preferred
- Strong analytical and problem solving skills with the ability to design innovative ergonomic solutions
- Ability to communicate safety vision strategies and performance expectations effectively across all levels of the organization
- Experience with ergonomic software risk assessment tools and injury prevention program management.
- Excellent organizational time management and written/verbal communication skills
- Ability to travel within the US overnight for training conferences and support at other company sites
- Flexibility to work extended hours as needed in both office (30%) and production (70%) environments including exposure to chemicals machinery and varying temperatures
EOE/ Vets/Disability
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority