Overview: H-E-B is one of the largest, independently owned food retailers in the nation operating over 400 stores throughout Texas and Mexico, with annual sales generating over $25 billion. Described by industry experts as a daring innovator and smart competitor, H-E-B has led the way with creative new concepts, outstanding service and a commitment to diversity in our workforce, workplace and marketplace. H-E-B offers a wealth of career opportunities to our 110,000+ Partners (employees), competitive compensation and benefits program and comprehensive training that lead to successful careers.

Responsibilities: To support H-E-B Partners, Customers, and third-party stakeholders, our Enterprise Safety Team ensures issuance and administration of corporate safety training, policies, and programs.

As a Senior Human Factors Engineer, you'll be assigned to a Division, supporting corporate objectives related to cost reduction and containment in safety and injury prevention. You'll provide design and technical assistance, consulting support, trend analysis, development / facilitation of training initiatives, and implement safety and accident prevention programs to ensure a safe place to work and shop.

Once you're eligible, you'll become an Owner in the company, so we're looking for commitment, hard work, and focus on quality and Customer service. 'Partner-owned' means our most important resources-People-drive the innovation, growth, and success that make H-E-B The Greatest Omnichannel Retailing Company.

Do you have a:
HEART FOR PEOPLE... skills to coach and mentor?
HEAD FOR BUSINESS... strong knowledge of the human engineering principles, standards / regulations of OSHA, NFPA, and local, state, and federal safety and health policies?
PASSION FOR RESULTS... drive to serve as subject matter expert on injury prevention?

We are looking for:

• a related degree, professional license, or certification

What is the work?
Safety / Investigating / Auditing:

• Applies specialized knowledge in human factors / ergonomics engineering, safety standards, OSHA standards, NFPA regulations, human factors, and local, state, and federal safety and health policies to safety and injury prevention in assigned Division(s)
• Communicates / collaborates with Facility, Regional, and Division leaders on ergonomics and safety management in all areas of respective operations
• Reviews / designs job tasks to effectively manage physical demands with sound ergonomic principles
• Coordinates with on-site medical services to review injury exposures for ergonomic root causes, change management
• Supports Enterprise Safety staff in their daily safety responsibilities
• Provides support to complex work injury investigations for litigation defense
• Supports OSHA serious injury procedures, specifically for investigation and root cause analysis
• Supports industrial ergonomics assessments and safety reviews of division facilities; ensures compliance of OSHA, NFPA, and related local, state, and federal policies, standards, and guidelines

Training / Mentoring:

• Supports Divisional and Regional Safety Advisors / Specialists and Safety Trainers in their daily work; specifically emphasizes knowledge related to human factors and ergonomics
• Coaches / trains management and Partners in OSHA and federal policies, standards, guidelines, and safety initiatives, best practices, and safe behaviors
• Coaches / trains Partners on information related to human factors and ergonomic exposures to minimize risk of body mechanics-related injuries

What is your background?

• A related degree or comparable professional licensing or certification
• 5+ years of experience in retail or industrial ergonomics safety
• Experience applying anthropometric data
• Experience in ergonomic assessment tools and strategy
• Professional Safety / Ergonomics / Engineer certification / license
• Valid Texas driver's license

Do you have what it takes to be a Senior Human Factors Engineer at H-E-B?

• Strong working knowledge of the application of standards / regulations of OSHA and federal safety and health policies and the application of ergonomics principles
• Strong understanding of human factors science, theories, models, and research methodologies and anthropometric data

- Strong PC usage skills (software, systems, H-E-B network)

• Strong interpersonal and coaching / mentoring skills
• Strong verbal / written communication skills
• Strong analytical, reasoning, and decision-making skills
• Strong project management skills; attention to detail

- Bi-lingual (English - Spanish) skills (preferred)

• Ability to drive for results while maintaining collaborative relationships at all levels
• Ability to deliver presentations to various audiences

Can you...

• Function in a fast-paced, retail, office environment
• Lead or collaborate with a team of ergonomics professionals

- Travel to facilities throughout the H-E-B network with possible overnight stays

• Work extended hours and flexible schedules, including some nights and weekends

03-2023