Department: HR/Admin
Reports to: Human Resources Manager
Classification: Salary
Job Summary:
Responsible for coordination and supervision of the company safety program and ensuring compliance with OSHA and all federal, state, and local regulations and company safety policies.
Essential Functions and Responsibilities:
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Implement and maintain safety training programs for new and existing staff to prevent dangerous conditions, accidents, and injuries. Maintain safety manual with up-to-date policies and government regulations and distribute updated copies to all staff and facilities.
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Evaluate hazardous conditions in the workplace and perform periodic safety inspections at company facilities.
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Provide orientation for all new staff on Crane and Fork truck operations. Administer written and operational skills tests and maintain operator license database for currency.
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Handle accident and injury reports and investigations; responsible for all documentation and disciplinary action, in conjunction with human resources.
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Administer worker compensation claims and ensure compliance with OSHA reporting.
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Research and keep up to date on accident statistics and make recommendations to the Director of Manufacturing and the President to correct safety concerns.
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Educate and train employees on safety protocols.
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Conduct emergency drills at all facilities.
- Audit and maintain SDS records to ensure compliance with OSHA requirements.
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Coordinate random drug and alcohol screening programs, in conjunction with human resources.
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Lead quarterly Safety Committee meetings and implement approved initiatives from that committee.
- Coordinate hearing conservation program and schedule all baseline and annual hearing exams for qualified staff.
- Coordinate CPR training and recertification for qualified staff.
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Provide counsel to staff for safety compliance within their facilities.
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Process requisitions for safety equipment and maintain stock levels of personal protective equipment (PPE) and first aid.
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Responsible for transporting employees to urgent care in the event of an injury.
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Serve as the contact person for relevant government regulatory agencies.
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Perform other duties as assigned.
Job Qualifications:
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High school diploma required; 2–4-year degree preferred
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Experience coordinating a company safety program and governmental safety policy strongly preferred
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Certification in First Aid/CPR/AED (provided by employer)
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MIOHSA Level 1 certification (provided by employer)
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General computer experience required
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Valid Michigan driver license and ability to be covered on company auto insurance (based on driving record) Required.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
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Knowledge of governmental safety regulations
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Ability to develop and implement safety training for employees and supervisors.
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Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to communicate effectively at all levels of the organization
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Strong organizational and time management skills and attention to detail
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Strong computer skills
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Ability to handle sensitive information in a confidential manner
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Ability to follow and enforce all safety and other company policies and procedures
Physical and Environmental Requirements:
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Ability to perform safety investigations of company facilities
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Occasional physical activity such as bending, reaching, and twisting
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Computer work/keyboarding
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Exposure to machinery and loud noises
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Automobile travel required.
Authority:
All employees at this facility have the responsibility and authority to note areas of product or customer issues and bring it to management’s attention.
Employee Acknowledgement
I acknowledge that I have reviewed this job description and I understand and can perform the essential functions and other requirements of the position, with or without accommodation. I agree that if there is anything in the job description that I do not understand, I will seek clarification from my supervisor or Human Resources. I understand that Capital Steel & Wire has the right to revise this job description at any time. I acknowledge that Capital Steel & Wire is an at-will employer which means that either I or the company can terminate the relationship at any time. This job description does not supersede the at-will status and does not constitute an employment contract for any specified period of time.
