Safety Manager II
EPI Power · Cedar Rapids, IA · 2 wk ago
ManufacturingFull-time
About the role
EPI Power is hiring a Safety Manager II to join their growing team. This role provides leadership and safety oversight to their assigned project region, ensuring the business is consistent in implementing company safety standards and programs.
Responsibilities
- Keep business appraised of safety regulatory changes and facilitate the implementation of these changes in the field
- Provide general counsel, advice, and recommendations for safety programs and activities, work practices, company rules, and procedures
- Support site inspections by third-party representatives and OSHA inspectors
- Facilitate safety inspections and verify adequacy of corrective actions
- Ensure all employees have the authority to stop work they feel is unsafe until the issue(s) can be resolved
- Facilitate and coordinate the Safety Committee and work to implement a positive, employee-supported program
- Assemble and present incident investigation facts for evaluation and action by Safety Accountability Committee
- Facilitate communication regarding safety issues and best practices throughout the organization
- Generate and provide high-quality safety training
- Verify project team incident investigations and “How It Happened” reports for completeness and accuracy
- Perform industrial hygiene assessments and inspections on project to evaluate levels of compliance
- Participate in the creation of project safety plans and support administration of company policies including the Safe Drive Policy and Drug and Alcohol Policy
- Represent the assigned business in safety-related hearings (OSHA, etc.)
- Develop a strong working relationship with the occupational medicine provider and a good familiarization with the state workers' compensation laws
- Act as a mentor and provide positive leadership to ensure employees are engaged and given the opportunity to learn and develop
Requirements
- Education: A high school diploma or equivalent work experience is required. An industry-related college degree is desirable. Safety certifications are preferred and may be required for certain military and data center project positions.
- Experience: Four years of construction work experience is required. Experience as a safety professional with a demonstrated progression of management responsibility is preferred.
- Skills: Strong management and organizational skills are required. Broad-based background in multiple phases of construction. Business acumen, conflict resolution, and coaching ability are a must. Ability to identify and resolve issues in a timely and efficient manner. Effective communication skills, with strong technical writing skills. The ability to speak in front of large groups. Proven leadership skills in motivating and mentoring all levels of employees. Proficient computer skills including use of Microsoft Office applications.
- Certifications: OSHA 30-Hour Construction certification is required for all levels. BCSP certifications such as CHST, GSP, or ASP are preferred. OSHA 500 and/or OSHA 510 certifications are preferred. For PSE and PSM positions, STSC, equivalent NCCER credentials, or related industry experience will also be considered. Candidates who do not currently hold these certifications should be willing to obtain applicable credentials within their first year of employment with EPI.
Qualifications
- Education: High school diploma or equivalent work experience
- Experience: Four years of construction work experience
- Skills: Strong management and organizational skills, broad-based background in multiple phases of construction, business acumen, conflict resolution, and coaching ability, ability to identify and resolve issues in a timely and efficient manner, effective communication skills, technical writing skills, ability to speak in front of large groups, proven leadership skills in motivating and mentoring all levels of employees, proficient computer skills including use of Microsoft Office applications
- Certifications: OSHA 30-Hour Construction certification, BCSP certifications such as CHST, GSP, or ASP, OSHA 500 and/or OSHA 510 certifications, STSC, equivalent NCCER credentials, or related industry experience
Benefits
- Competitive Pay
- Rewarding Bonus Program
- Comprehensive Benefits Package with Tax-Advantaged HSA and FSA offerings
- Employer-Paid Short- and Long-Term Disability Programs
- Employer-Paid Life Insurance
- Generous Paid Time Off Provisions
- 401K Retirement Savings Plan with Company Match
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Fully Paid Parental Leave
- Voluntary Products Including: Critical Illness Insurance and Accident Insurance
- Corporate Wellness Program with Wellness Time Off and Rewards
Pay
The pay for this role is competitive.
Schedule
This role requires the ability to work 6 days per week, Monday – Saturday (58 hours per week).