Job Summary:

The Ergonomics Specialist will assess the work environment, identifying modifications needed to support a safer and more efficient workplace.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• Oversees technicians and associates performing support tasks.
• May lead a team of professional and technical staff depending on the size and scope of the assignment and client organization.
• Ensures work meets client and company standards.
• Conducts performance evaluations that are timely and constructive.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Collaborates with client organization to identify and implement ways to minimize workplace hazards.
• Observes, assesses, analyzes, and documents the movements and activities of client organizations employees.
• Creates and implements programs that will assist employees to avoid repetitive stress, cumulative trauma, and other injuries and impairments.
• Collaborates with client organizations supervisors and managers to offer practical suggestions to enhance the safety and productivity of work environments.
• Provides training as needed to client employees regarding proper body positioning, movement standards, and other injury prevention techniques.
• Develops and maintains related records and reports of observations, recommendations, and implementation procedures.
• As requested, delivers research and documentation to insurance underwriters, government agencies, and other stakeholders.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Resourceful and creative problem-solving skills
• Thorough understanding of human behavior and musculoskeletal functions.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to conduct and correctly analyze risk assessments and evaluations.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelors degree in Applied Psychology or comparable program required; Masters degree in Ergonomics or Human Factors Engineering highly preferred.
• Accreditation by the Board of Certification in Professional Ergonomics preferred.
• At least three years of related experience required.

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.