Safety Coordinator

Fraser Shipyards; Superior (WI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) Contributions

Paid Time Off

Holidays

Salaried Continuation Plan

Long-term Disability

Job summary

Fraser Industries in Superior, WI is seeking a Safety Coordinator to join the safety team and ensure adherence to OSHA guidelines on job sites.

You will support the Safety Manager, conduct observations and training, lead safety meetings, investigate incidents, and coordinate return-to-work programs while maintaining documentation and ensuring regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• Experience implementing safety programs; maritime/shipyard preferred.
• GED/HS diploma required; degree preferred.
• Must pass pre-employment drug test and background check; valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Assist Safety Manager to plan and review safety policies.
• Conduct safety observations and risk analyses.
• Lead safety walks and inspections.
• Educate employees on safety standards and machine operation.
• Recommend workplace safety improvements.
• Investigate onsite accidents.
• Maintain safety procedure documents.
• Conduct safety meetings and audits.
• Administer orientations for employees, contractors, visitors.
• Coordinate training with Safety Manager.
• Conduct respirator fit tests.
• Ensure compliance with rules and regulations.
• Manage inventory of safety supplies.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Time management

Microsoft Office

OSHA knowledge

Shift flexibility

Weekend availability

Education

GED or high school diploma

Associate or Bachelor in safety/industrial health

Valid Driver's License

Tools

None

Job description

If you are looking for a challenging rewarding career, then consider joining Fraser Industries! With a passion for the maritime industry, Fraser Industries, with it's subsidiaries Fraser Shipyards, Lake Assault Boats, and Northern Engineering, has decades of experience in building and servicing crafts of all shapes and sizes. Customers count on the quality and responsiveness of Fraser's people, products, and services for everything from in situ emergency repairs to brand-new craft to large industrial fabrications. Known for a commitment to quality, a reputation for reliability and outstanding values, Fraser is further committed to provide a safe work environment.

Job Summary

The Safety Coordinator works with the safety team to ensure the company is in compliance and adheres to Occupational Safety and Health Administration guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Provides support to the Safety Manager to plan, implement, and review Safety Policies and Procedures.
• Conduct safety observation reports on a regular basis, depending on the length of the project.
• Attend safety walks and inspections before or during each project to analyze safety risks.
• Educate employees on safety standards and expectations as well as safe machinery operation.
• Provide recommendations for improving safety in the workplace.
• Investigate accidents that occur onsite and identify possible causes of the accident.
• Maintain documentation of the company's safety procedures, accidents and related events.
• Conducts and participates in Safety Meetings and Audits.
• Conducts employee, contractor, and visitor Orientations.
• Customer Interface: Creates and implements safety initiatives, meetings and program as required by the customer. Work with job site safety personnel to identify and resolve safety issues.
• Medical Interface: Coordinate transportation of injured or ill employees to medical facilities. May work with medical providers and HR Department to ensure the procedure requirements of the Company's return to work program are followed.
• Coordinates New and Annual Training with Safety Manager.
• Performs Annual and New Employee Respirator Fit Tests.
• Ensures Employees are acting in adherence with rules and regulations.
• Controls Inventory of Environmental Safety Supplies.
• Controls Inventory of Powered, Air Purifying Respirator Supplies.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

Required Skills & Abilities

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate.
• Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
• Knowledge of applicable federal, state, and local regulations such as OSHA, etc.
• Ability to work 2nd shift and overtime as required.
• Weekend avalibility as needed.

Qualifications

• Experience of working with a safety program required.
• Experience in the maritime/shipyard industry is preferred.
• GED or high school diploma required.
• Associate degree or bachelor's degree in safety, industrial health, or related field preferred.
• Must have a valid Driver's License.
• Must pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol test.
• Background check required.

Physical Requirements

Position requires grasping, writing, standing, sitting, walking, kneeling, crawling, repetitive motions, bending, climbing, overhead work, listening and hearing ability and visual acuity. Must be able to work in tight, confined spaces, such as accessing manholes, and awkward positions for long periods of time. Must be able to conduct inside and outside work in all temperatures. Use of manufacturing equipment. Work in environment where harmful dusts, fogs, fumes, gases, etc. might be present and the use of a respirator may be required. Ability to work in inclement weather conditions/areas that at times are not environmentally controlled. Able to move/lift/pull/push 50 lbs. May be required to work prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.

Applicants are required to pass a pre-employment drug screen, Motor Vehicle Report, and background check prior to employment start.

Fraser Shipyards is an equal opportunity employer including disability and vets.

Fraser Shipyards Offers Competitive Pay With Excellent Benefits

• Medical, Dental, & Life Insurance
• 401(k) Contributions
• Paid Time Off, Holidays
• Salaried Continuation Plan and Long-term Disability

Final applicants must completed a background check and pre-employment drug screen prior to employment start. All offers of employment at Fraser Industries are contingent upon clear results of a thorough background check and negative results of a pre-employment drug screen.