Safety Assistant

Rex Lumber, LLC; Brookhaven (MS); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Rex Lumber, LLC in Brookhaven, MS is seeking a Safety Assistant. The role involves assisting the Safety Manager with environmental, health, and safety policies and programs. Responsibilities include accident reporting, workers' compensation management, and safety training.

Qualified candidates should have effective communication skills, a strong work ethic, and some safety knowledge. Computer literacy in MS Office is preferred. This role supports a safe workplace and requires good organizational skills.

Qualifications

• Reliable and punctual.
• Strong work ethic and job dedication.
• Ability to speak to groups and possess good written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Support Accident/Exposure Reporting and Investigation program.
• Manage Workers’ Compensation Claims.
• Ensure compliance in Forklift Operations.
• Monitor use of Personal Protective Equipment.
• Support safety training programs.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Attention to detail

Computer literacy (MS Outlook, Word, Excel)

Safety knowledge

Job description

The Safety Assistant works under the direction of the Safety Manager. This position is responsible for assisting with development and continuous implementation of environmental, health and safety policies and programs to include Accident Reporting and Investigation, Workers’ Compensation Claim Management, Fire Prevention, Forklift Operation, Hazardous Communication, Lockout/Tagout, Machine Safety and Equipment Usage, Personal Protective Equipment, Safety Committee meetings, Safety Training, and Record Keeping Requirements.

Based on qualifications and experience

Requirements

• Reliable and punctual.
• A strong work ethic and job dedication is essential to be successful in this position.
• Effective communication skills. Must have the ability to speak to groups of employees. Good math and written communication skills.
• An attention to detail in all activities
• Computer literacy with familiarity with MS Outlook, Word, and Excel.
• Well organized and comfortable working independently.
• Safety knowledge is preferred.

Physical skills, mental abilities, and requirements:

• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Often standing, walking, sitting, reaching, turning, and climbing stairs for extended periods of time.
• Ability to work in a plant environment with a temperature ranging from 34 to 110 degrees Fahrenheit.
• Ability to lift fifty pounds without undue physical exertion and ability to stoop, reach, walk, and other physical activities associated with an office and manage a project from its initiation to completion with minimal supervision.
• Ability to maintain effective working relationships with employees, supervisors, venders, and peers

Duties and Responsibilities include but are not limited to

• Accident/Exposure Reporting and Investigation. Provide plant wide support to the Accident/Exposure Reporting and Investigation program.
• Workers’ Compensation Claim Management. Provide plant wide support in the Workers’ Compensation program.
• Forklift Operation. Support the company forklift operation program and ensure compliance.
• Personal Protective Equipment. Monitor employees to ensure they are consistently and correctly wearing the appropriate PPE for the job being performed.
• Safety Training. Provide plant wide support to safety training programs to include monthly safety meetings and written materials. Safety Training is to support the overall safety program.
• Continuous monitoring and enforcement of “Safety First in the Workplace’’
• New Hire safety orientation.
• Heavy interaction/collaboration in the Safety Manager.

Other Duties

Must backup HR Assistant, which includes payroll, benefits assistance and assisting employees in all HR related topics. Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Bilingual helpful not required