Specialist, Safety

Job Description Summary:

Position overview

As a key member of the QSE Team, the Safety Specialist will assure safety compliance throughout the organization and key focus areas to improve safety performance, have the right priorities, expertise and initiatives to achieve our vision of “Zero is Possible”. This will include the execution of plans, initiative implementation that support metrics improvement, and technologies to deliver safety performance results.

Coordinate and implement the Occupational Safety Management programs in compliance with federal and state regulations and corporate requirements. Assesses matters related to Safety to ensure a safe and healthy workplace and enable compliance with local regulations and standards.

 

Benchmark internally and externally, leverage best-in-class systems and processes for system integration, collaborate across functions, be result oriented, be a self-starter and creative, have constructive curiosity, and will bring innovative solutions.

 

Function Related Activities/Key Responsibilities

• Assure adherence to the site safety management system to satisfy ISO 45001 standard, KORE Requirements, and local regulations:
  • Review and update frequently risk assessment
  • Execute regulatory and KORE compliance assessment and drive robust action plans.
  • Support annual safety program in collaboration with other plant functions, track, and assure it is completed as planned.
  • Support robust change management program.
  • Review and improve related procedures and standard work instructions.
  • Coordinate and/or deliver general training to new associates, contractors and/or temporary personnel and technical trainings to assure capabilities are developed within the organization.
  • Ensure safety data are reported accurately and timely.
  • Perform internal audits to keep improving the system and support site audit readiness for ISO, GAO audits.
• Participate on the emergency and incident management plans improvement, training and assist with onsite management and off-site emergency services and exercises.
• Assure adherence with injury and illness prevention plan, support track safety performance, and ensure appropriate reporting. Use the TCCC reporting system (KOSMOS), to analyze trends and use them to drive relevant strategies.
• Manage Safety budget, recommend cost savings and proactively negotiate with vendors and suppliers.
• Collaborate and benchmark internally and externally to ensure safety programs, guidelines and tools remain current and reflect the latest thinking, and to share best practices.
• Build a strong safety culture starting with leadership team, general manager, and frontline leaders.
• Maintain open communication and relationships within all level of the organization including other CPS location Safety colleagues, CPS QSE Leadership Team, external government agencies and key stakeholders.
• Ensure dynamic CPS Safety communication within our network to standardize processes, drive priorities, show case best practices, share learnings in case of incidents.
• Contribute to CPS QSE Management System development, improvement and ensure integration/standardization.
• Support senior management on strategies for Facility Fire Prevention & Protection, to ensure compliance with Corporate & Insurance requirements, and to minimize financial loss of assets due to fires.

Functional Skills:

Functional Expertise in Occupational Safety

• ISO 45001, safety and security risk assessment, regulations, Safety KORE requirements, BBS, human and organizational performance (HOP), safety engineering controls, ergonomics, chemical risk, industrial hygiene, work at height, confined space, fire protection, contractor management, fleet safety, machinery safety, security technologies, internal audit skills, problem-solving skills, creativity, and critical thinking

Management Expertise

• Strong experience in technical team leadership role collaborating and managing teamwork, good communication and presentation skills for all personnel levels. Ability to interact with cultural differences between global regions.

Education requirements & related work experience

• Bachelor’s/Master’s degree, in Occupational Health and Safety or relevant technical area,
• 3+ years of experience in occupational safety or related technical, operational, or manufacturing functions, preferably including workplace safety management and team leadership or 2+ years of audit experience including ISO9001, ISO45001 and ISO 14001.
• Outstanding communication skills in English, both verbal and written.
• Project management knowledge and experience.
• Ability to communicate professionally and effectively with external suppliers, contractors, consultants, auditors, and other stakeholders.

Preferable Certifications and Experience

• ISO 45001 Internal Auditor
• Safety Manager Training
• Second-Class Electrician License
• Chemical Substance Manager
• PPE Use Supervisor
• Organic Solvent Operations Supervisor
• Safety Assessor

Skills:

Location(s):

Japan

City/Cities:

Shiga

Travel Required:

00% - 25%

Relocation Provided:

No

Job Posting End Date:

November 25, 2026

Our Purpose and Growth Culture:

We are taking deliberate action to nurture an inclusive culture that is grounded in our company purpose, to refresh the world and make a difference. We act with a growth mindset, take an expansive approach to what’s possible and believe in continuous learning to improve our business and ourselves. We focus on four key behaviors – curious, empowered, inclusive and agile – and value how we work as much as what we achieve. We believe that our culture is one of the reasons our company continues to thrive after 130+ years. Visit Our Purpose and Vision to learn more about these behaviors and how you can bring them to life in your next role at Coca-Cola.