Safety Coordinator
U.S. Pipe · Lynchburg, VA · 2 days ago
ManagementTemporary
About the role
U.S. Pipe has been providing quality water and wastewater products since 1899, and for the past 120 years we have proudly supported local governments, municipalities, water departments, and businesses all across the United States, and the world. We are seeking a Safety Coordinator to join our team.
Responsibilities
- Conduct safety training within the department for all shifts including Daily Safety Huddles, Weekly Single Points, Monthly Safety Meeting and EHS Alerts.
- Conduct regular safety and housekeeping audits within the department.
- Discuss findings from audit with both Department Supervisor and Safety.
- Work with Safety to ensure deficiencies are addressed in a timely manner.
- Perform safety walks throughout the shift and observe performance of job tasks to ensure safe job procedures are being followed.
- Counsel employees on safe job procedures when necessary.
- Report observations to Safety.
- Participation in New Hire Orientation.
- Work with Supervisors on periodic reviews of JSA’s, LOTO procedures and Hazard Analysis within the department
- Provide input to Safety on improvements/additions to training for new hires/transferring employees.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree required, Safety or Environmental related degrees is preferred.
- 2-3 years manufacturing / industry experience, preferred
- 3+ years of safety experience outlining and implementing programs regarding employee safety procedures, practices, and accident prevention in a heavy manufacturing industry is a plus.
- Graduate Safety Practitioner -BCSP Certified is preferred.
- Current OSHA 30 or OSHA 10 Certified required.
- Confined Space training required.
- First Aid/CPR Trained required.
What We Offer
We provide a comprehensive benefits package with options tailored to meet your needs and those of your family, as well as a team-oriented environment with opportunities for career growth.
Schedule
The position will work 2nd Shift, Monday - Friday, with occasional weekends.