Overview
We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Safety Technician to join our dynamic manufacturing team. In this pivotal role, you will champion workplace safety, ensuring compliance with all regulatory standards and fostering a culture of health and safety excellence. Your expertise will help safeguard our employees, environment, and operations by implementing rigorous safety protocols, conducting inspections, and providing essential training. This position offers an exciting opportunity to make a tangible impact on workplace safety while supporting continuous improvement initiatives across our production facilities.
Duties
- Conduct comprehensive safety inspections throughout manufacturing areas to identify hazards related to OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration), EPA (Environmental Protection Agency), hazardous materials regulations, and other legal standards.
- Develop, implement, and monitor safety procedures aligned with regulatory/legal compliance standards in production environments.
- Provide first aid and CPR response in emergency situations, ensuring immediate care while coordinating with medical professionals as needed.
- Lead safety training sessions for employees on topics such as hazard recognition, environmental health, occupational health best practices, and emergency response protocols.
- Maintain detailed records of safety incidents, conduct root cause analysis to identify underlying issues, and prepare clear report writing documentation for management review.
- Ensure compliance with environmental health regulations by managing hazardous materials handling, waste disposal procedures, and environmental compliance reporting.
- Stay current on OSHA regulations, workers' compensation law, and other legal requirements to ensure ongoing adherence across all operational levels.
Qualifications
- Proven experience in manufacturing environments with a strong understanding of safety regulations such as OSHA standards and hazardous materials regulations.
- Certification in first aid, CPR, and OSHA 30 safety training is required.
- Knowledge of environmental health practices and occupational health expertise to promote employee well-being.
- Familiarity with workers' compensation law, regulatory/legal compliance standards in production, and environmental compliance protocols.
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to perform root cause analysis and develop effective corrective actions.
- Excellent report writing skills for documenting incidents, inspections, and safety audits clearly and accurately.
- Demonstrated commitment to training & development initiatives that enhance employee awareness of safety practices.
Join us in creating a safer work environment where every team member is empowered with the knowledge and resources to thrive!
Pay: $18.00 - $21.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
