2nd Shift Safety Coordinator

Komatsu America Corp.; Peoria (IL); On-site; USD 59,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Komatsu America Corp. in Peoria, IL seeks a Safety Auditor to review and audit compliance with safety rules in Production and Warehouse environments, partnering with Safety Department to reduce risk.

Responsibilities include investigating injuries, supporting safety training, and maintaining OSHA-regulated programs. Requires strong manufacturing experience and proficiency with MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Qualifications

• High school diploma and 5+ years of hands-on manufacturing experience.
• Knowledge of safety programs and OSHA regulations.
• Strong computer skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Responsibilities

• Ensure manufacturing departments follow safety programs and improve safety records.
• Assist supervision and management in implementing safety plans.
• Investigate accidents to identify root causes and prevent recurrences.
• Support training to maintain certifications in safety programs.
• Initiate safety circle teams to improve the program.
• Stay familiar with OSHA and environmental regulations affecting area.

Skills

Safety knowledge

Manufacturing experience

Machinery understanding

Education

High school diploma

Tools

MS Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Onsite or Remote: Onsite Position

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Job Overview

To review and audit compliance with existing safety rules and regulations through the Production and Warehouse environment. To work with Safety Department and industrial employees to reduce safety risks through continuously identifying and addressing risk factors.

Scope

• Safety activities in a Manufacturing environment 200 – 500 Direct workers.
• Assist in investigations of all injuries and near misses.
• Has knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field.
• Relies on instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job.
• Assist Production Supervisors in all safety activities including but not limited to: Watch 1 cycle, Safety Circles, safety training, Department Safety Activities, etc.

Key Job Responsibilities

• Ensure Manufacturing departments follow the programs to improve the plant’s safety efforts and record.
• Assist Supervision and Management in implementing the plans developed for safety. Also, all processes that created for Safety issues.
• Investigates accidents to identify root causes and initiate effective countermeasures to prevent future accidents. Assists in reducing the lost time incident rate.
• Assist in programs, procedures, and conducts training to ensure continued certifications in our safety program.
• Initiates participative safety circle teams to improve safety program.
• Be familiar with all OSHA regulations as well as Environmental that impact their area of assignment.

Qualifications/Requirements

• High school diploma and 5 or more years’ hands-on experience in manufacturing
• Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of the safety function within a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to understand all forms of manufacturing machinery and process.
• Excellent computer skills, such as MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, required.

Additional Information

Hiring Range

At Komatsu, your base pay is one part of your total compensation package. This role pays $59,400 - $72,200. The actual offer will consider a wide range of factors, including experience and location.

Company Benefits

Komatsu provides an extensive and robust employee benefits package that is designed to enhance the well-being of our employees and family members. We embrace a positive and empowering employee experience with a culture that prides itself on a diverse and inclusive environment.

• 401k and/or employee savings programs
• Employee time off (vacation and designated holidays)
• Employee and family assistance programs
• Disability benefits
• Life insurance
• Employee learning and development programs

Diversity & Inclusion Commitment

At Komatsu, we come from diverse backgrounds, with unique perspectives, experiences and contributions. We believe that our people are part of our shared purpose. Connected by our core values of ambition, perseverance, collaboration and authenticity, we are committed to continually advancing in our support of diversity and inclusion. United, we are on a journey towards a sustainable future that creates value together.

Company Information

Komatsu develops and supplies technologies, equipment and services for the construction, mining, forklift, industrial and forestry markets. Headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, Komatsu employs more than 64,000 people worldwide, operating in more than 140 countries. For more than a century, the company has been creating value for its customers through manufacturing and technology innovation, partnering with others to empower a sustainable future where people, business and the planet thrive together. Since the company’s founding in 1921, Komatsu has been committed to supporting individuals and communities through job training, skills development and giving back. As a Komatsu employee, you will be encouraged to grow alongside our global company, contributing to a more sustainable future for all. If you are looking for a company that values your talent and potential, join Komatsu to be a part of something big and help advance modern society. Learn more at www.komatsu.com .

EEO Statement

Komatsu is an Equal Opportunity Workplace and an Affi­rmedative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.