Machine Safety Manager

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR

Nike is committed to creating a safe and compliant work environment for our employees, partners, and communities. The Global Machine Safety Program Manager is instrumental in developing and implementing a comprehensive machine safety program integrating regulations, Nike and industry standards into the equipment and machines globally used in manufacturing. Under the direction of the AirMI Global EHS Director, this role works in close collaboration with AirMI engineering, production, maintenance, facilities and other Nike EHS teammates and stakeholders to develop and implement sustainable programs and world class safe practices.

The successful candidate will demonstrate a history of being an effective influencer engaging stakeholders from different geographies, have practical manufacturing experience and be well versed in regulatory requirements and machine safety standards, and a high performer capable of working autonomously and collaboratively on complex projects.

WHAT YOU WILL WORK ON

• The primary responsibility is to provide strategic direction as well as day to day support developing and managing the comprehensive global AirMI Machine Safety program in compliance with Nike’s Machine Safety Code Leadership Standards, ANSI standards, regulations and other requirements. This includes every aspect of the program development from identification and drafting of requirements through successful field implementation.

• Ensure compliance with requirements for machine safety, guarding, electrical safety, LOTO, and all other regulations related to the machines and equipment used in manufacturing operations.

• Stay abreast of emerging legislation, informing leadership of potential impacts

• Develop, implement and sustain a comprehensive stage-gate process with Engineering for integration of safety standards in all aspects of new machine development (Machine Lifecycle Management).

• Develop, implement and sustain an auditable program to meet the 100% safe machine target in accordance with Nike’s Code Leadership standards.

• Participate in Engineering’s machine life cycle change management process and provide technical support for Machine Risk Assessments.

• Manage and periodically update AirMI’s LOTO standard, procedures, and training with internal stakeholders.

• Develop standards and training with respect to AirMI machine safety.

• Facilitate incident and near miss root cause investigations, and identification of corrective and preventative actions as they relate to machines and equipment.

• Serve as safety SME in all continuous improvement efforts related to machines and equipment with engineering, maintenance, facilities and production

• Support internal and external inspections and audits.  Provide technical support and oversight as necessary to ensure action items are closed by responsible parties.

• Produce regular summary reports and analysis on machine and equipment safety key performance indicators as directed by site leadership and EHS Director.

• Develop strong relationships with business leadership to ensure machine and equipment safety is included in facility and asset planning.

• Perform other duties as directed by the site leadership and EHS Director.

• Partner with Engineering to drive a Culture of Safety globally in Machine Safety, LOTO, Electrical Safety and other machine related safety programs

Experience required:

• Minimum 6 years practical experience with machine and equipment safety, preferably in a manufacturing environment.

• Demonstrated technical experience applying ANSI, OSHA, NFPA and ISO standards, as they apply to machines and equipment.

• Demonstrated ability to develop, write and successfully implement safety programs and training.

• Proficiency in conducting root cause investigations, in driving continuous improvement and in training others’ in critical thinking.

• Experience in efficiently managing external service providers

Skills:

• Proven teamwork skills with demonstrated abilities to both work collaboratively and strong in influencing and impact skills

• Highly effective written and verbal communications skills

• Excellent problem-solving techniques and quantitative, analytical skills

• Strong decision making and problem-solving skills, attentive to details, work well under pressure and able to meet deadlines

• Ability to organize and manage a complex workload and projects in a fast paced, matrixed organization

• Adept command of Microsoft Office products, demonstrated ability to quickly and confidently learn new technologies and develop user training materials

Characteristics:

• Energetic, agile, detail-oriented

• Self-starter who also values team work

• Proactive, common sense approach to getting ahead of issues

• A good listener and thoughtful communicator – straightforward, honest, and direct

Educational Background:

• BS in Environmental , Health and Safety, Engineering, Occupational Health & Safety or equivalent combination of education, experience associated field, and technical certifications

We offer a number of accommodations to complete our interview process including screen readers, sign language interpreters, accessible and single location for in-person interviews, closed captioning, and other reasonable modifications as needed. If you discover, as you navigate our application process, that you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please complete the Candidate Accommodation Request Form.