Job Description
Safety Technician
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Req Id: 12411
Job Location: Sagola
Posting Start Date: 7/1/26
Work Environment: Onsite
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Job Description:
Job Purpose
The Plant Safety Technician supports sitewide safety through participation, engagement, ownership, and initiative. The person in this position will participate in/lead committees assigned. They will engage employees sitewide on a daily basis to ensure plant employees have the opportunity to raise safety concerns, provide input on safety programs and the safe operations of plant equipment, ask questions about safety policy, and provide feedback on current safety topics. This person will own those portions of the safety program assigned to them and maintain those programs in an efficient, timely manner. Finally, the person in this role will act with initiative to positively represent the safety department as an ‘active’ leader for site safety.
In this position you will have the opportunity to:
Understand and utilize Sagola and LP Corporate safety standards.
Be familiar with and utilize the Michigan Occupational Safety & Health Standards for General Industry
Actively participate in state agency compliance inspections (MiOSHA, DOT, etc.)
Analyze and summarize safety data applicable to the Sagola site.
Manage compliance related components of select safety programs such as (Hearing Conservation, Respiratory Protection, Lockout, Confined Space Entry, PPE, First-Aid, Ladder Safety and others as assigned).
Develop, arrange for, and conduct safety training as assigned.
Have a daily safety presence on the operating floor.
Actively identify and implement corrections to potential hazards.
Contribute to decision making related to safety equipment and PPE purchasing.
Perform industrial hygiene duties as needed: Air quality, noise levels, etc.
What do I need to be successful?
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Prior related experience preferred.
Regulatory knowledge of Michigan Occupational Safety Standards.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Able to work independently.
Must be a people person who can lead with confidence.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Software: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.
Experience:
Manufacturing experience preferred.
Will consider individuals who possess an appropriate combination of experience and training.
Education
Associates’ degree (Preferred)
OSHA certified (Preferred)
First Aid certified
Emergency response trained.
Work Environment
The work environment at LP Sagola offers a wide variety of safety related experience. The successful candidate will work directly with plant leaders, support staff as well as our operations and maintenance workforce. The LP Sagola workforce has a strong commitment to safely producing the best siding product on the market.
Other duties or responsibilities not listed above may be assigned as necessary.
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WE’RE BUILDING WHAT MATTERS™
At LP, innovation isn’t just about building materials—it’s about building up our people. We prioritize your well-being , champion community impact, and strengthen connections that make everyone’s purpose feel seen, heard, and respected. We don’t just offer jobs—we build careers through mentorship, training, and support. Better people make a better LP.
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We’re building CAREERS by providing resources and support to help you grow, including:
Continued education assistance
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Clear career pathing and leadership
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We’re building CONNECTIONS by fostering a culture where everyone feels safe, seen, and respected, through:
A strong commitment to inclusion and
belonging
Recognition and rewards through our internal
appreciation programs
Support for work–life balance through flexible
schedules, generous paid leave, and a hybrid
work environment for corporate team
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WELL-BEING
We’re building WELL-BEING by prioritizing safety, health, and wellness every day with:
An award-winning safety program
Competitive health and wellness benefits
Retirement plan matching, profit sharing, and
bonus opportunities at all levels
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We’re building PURPOSE by making a meaningful impact in the communities we serve, through:
Group volunteer opportunities
Financial support for local charities and
educational institutions
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partnerships, career fairs, and community
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ABOUT LP
We are a leading provider of high-performance building solutions that meet the demands of builders, remodelers, and homeowners worldwide. We manufacture engineered wood building products that include an extensive offering of innovative and dependable building materials and accessories. Since our founding in 1972, we’ve developed careers and provided advancement opportunities in the building products industry. Headquartered in Nashville, Tennessee, LP operates more than 20 facilities across North and South America.
