Job Description
Job DescriptionDescription:
The Safety Coordinator is responsible for carrying out the safety programs and protocols established by the Safety Manager as directed. They are also responsible for training employees on these safety protocols and enforcing them if the protocols are not being followed properly. In addition, the Safety Coordinator will work closely with the Safety Manager to ensure that the company complies with all Occupational Health and Safety Administration (OSHA), federal, and state regulations to create a safe working environment for our employees with the goal of preventing any workplace injuries/accidents.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities: The following are general responsibilities associated with the position as directed:
· Teaches managers, supervisors, and other leaders in the company about safety standards.
· Reviews and updates existing company safety policies and procedures as instructed.
· Conducts risk assessments and safety walk-through inspections at each yard on a regular basis.
· Records/documents findings from safety inspections, and works with General Managers/Facility Supervisors to ensure that all identified safety violations/risks are corrected in a timely manner.
· Responds when workplace accidents happen. Conducts and documents all accident investigations for all workplace injuries/accidents, determining ways to prevent similar accidents.
· Leads Safety Meetings/Trainings on a weekly basis
· Leads Safety Meetings/Trainings on a weekly basis
· Record keeping/documentation of completed safety training for all employees
· Inspects and replaces employee’s PPE (personal protective equipment) as needed.
· Takes inventory of all PPE (personal protective equipment) and other Safety supplies on a regular basis.
· Responsible for ordering all PPE and other safety supplies as needed.
· Takes inventory of Torching and Welding tools/equipment as needed.
· Orders Torching and Welding tools/equipment as needed.
· Collects all damaged cutting torches and send them in for repairs as needed.
· Coordinates the on-site Hearing Conservation Testing at all SMI locations.
· Records/documents equipment operator certification training for all operators at all SMI locations.
· Updates and distributes Operator Certification cards to all operators who have successfully completed the training.
· Works with Safety Manager to create machine specific Lock Out-Tag Out (LOTO) procedures for equipment at all SMI locations.
· Conducts hands-on LOTO training for employee working with specified equipment.
· Schedules and facilitates all hands-on fire extinguisher training annually
· Manages 2-way radio inventory. Responsible for ordering 2-way radios and distributing radios to all SMI locations; as well as retrieving all broken and damaged radios and sending them in for repairs.
· Assists and provides direction/information to customers/visitors whenever they come to the yard office.
· Receives/signs for mail and package deliveries.
· Occasionally must run parts/equipment to other SMI locations as needed.
· Other duties as assigned by supervisor/manager.
Requirements:
Education and Experience: The minimum level of education and experience required to perform the job at a satisfactory level.
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- A college degree in Occupational Safety and Health, Safety Management, etc. is preferred but not required.
- Experience working in the Safety field and managing others
- Experience writing detailed reports, policies, and procedures
- Bilingual in English and Spanish is preferred.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: The minimum level of knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the job at a satisfactory level.
- Strong understanding of OSHA guidelines and other state and local safety regulations.
- Familiarity with the tools, machines, and equipment used in the industry.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
- Ability to teach others the established safety standards.
- Basic understanding of administrative and clerical procedures and systems.
- Excellent critical thinking, analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Strong organizational and administrative skills.
- Excellent at time management.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
· Strong organizational and administrative skills with the ability to multi-task
· Ability to learn quickly and adapt easily to change
· Ability to work quickly, independently, and with confidence to handle many challenges
· Work well with others in a fast-paced, non-stop environment
· Flexibility to changing work conditions, assignments, and schedules
· Knowledge of scrap metal recycling industry is a plus.
· Bilingual in English and Spanish helpful
Safety: Environmental or atmospheric conditions commonly associated with the performance of the functions of this job.
· Strictly adhere to all health, safety, and environmental standards.
· Follow all safety guidelines and protocol, including wearing of all PPE.
· Adhere to all local, state, OSHA, and environmental regulations.
Decision Making: Common decisions made in the job and the level of review or autonomy needed to finalize such decisions.
· Decisions that may affect/impact the safety and health for the organization, their employees, or their customers. Decisions should also be discussed with the Safety Manager before any action is taken (unless it is an emergency situation).
Physical Requirements: Activities that are commonly associated with the performance of the functions of this job. The physical demands described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
· Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk.
· Prolonged periods of stand and/or walking.
· Must be able to list up to 50 pounds at times.
· Must be able to work full days Monday thru Friday
Additional Information:
· This is a salary position and is not eligible for overtime.