Safety Coordinator

About the role

The Safety Technician will apply advanced knowledge in maintaining and improving the safety programs at Chart Industries. The role aims to reduce or eliminate occupational injuries and illnesses, violations of safety regulations, abuse of workers' compensation, and financial losses from accidents.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and improve safety programs in accordance with OSHA and state regulations.
• Inspect machines and equipment for accident prevention devices.
• Assist with testing and servicing safety equipment and systems.
• Observe workers and evaluate job activities to ensure proper use of safety equipment.
• Inspect specified areas for job hazards, fire prevention equipment, and safety supplies.
• Prepare reports of findings with recommendations for corrective action.
• Investigate causes of accidents to identify preventive safety measures.
• Document and investigate near misses and incidents.
• Demonstrate use of safety equipment.
• Lead or participate in morning safety meetings and pre-job contractor safety meetings.
• Conduct safety moments before meetings.
• Facilitate visitor orientation.
• Lead or participate in safety committee meetings.
• Transport injured employees to the occupational medicine clinic or hospital.

Requirements

• Associates degree in Environmental, Safety, & Health or equivalent field.
• Vocational/Technical training or certification.
• 2+ years experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of local, state, and federal regulations.

Qualifications

• Physical demands: Regularly stand, walk, use hands and arms, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; talk and hear; occasionally lift up to 50 pounds; close vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus; ability to distinguish color helpful but not required.
• Work schedule: Flexible with work hours, some weekends may be required.
• Physical environment: Non-temperature-controlled environment.
• Position classification: Safety sensitive.

SkillsEnhanced awareness and adherence to safety protocols.

Proficiency in interacting with all employees, customers, vendors, and visitors.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• 401(k) with an employer match.
• Disability and life insurance benefits.