Safety Specialist

PMX Industries; Cedar Rapids (IA); Sur place; USD 65 000 - 75 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

401(k) plan

Vacation

Paid holidays

Health insurance

Vision

Disability

Life insurance

Résumé du poste

PMX Industries, a leading copper and copper alloy producer in North America, seeks a Safety Specialist to lead employee safety and health programs in a heavy manufacturing union environment.

You will perform audits, OSHA investigations support, SDS updates, PPE coordination, training, and safety communications across shifts (2nd & 3rd). This role requires strong safety knowledge and hands-on leadership to protect workers.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Safety, Business or related field preferred; or 2 years’ experience and/or training.
• Experience with OSHA standards, reporting, and compliance.
• Manufacturing experience preferred.

Responsabilités

• Perform daily/weekly safety audits.
• Participate in OSHA investigations and review regulations to ensure policies remain up-to-date for compliance.
• Review new or trial product paperwork and update Safety Data Sheets (SDS's) for current products.
• Coordinate and participate in Air and Noise audits/testing.
• Conduct training for Contractors, review tests, and update Security systems accordingly.
• Work with vendors to track, order, and troubleshoot employee uniform orders.

Connaissances

Safety compliance

Communication

Safety training

English proficiency

Formation

Associate degree in Safety

Outils

Outlook

Excel

PowerPoint

Description du poste

The Safety Specialist provides leadership in employee safety and health programs in a heavy manufacturing union environment.

Primary Duties:

• Perform daily/weekly safety audits.
• Participate in OSHA investigations and review regulations to ensure policies remain up-to-date for compliance.
• Review new or trial product paperwork and update Safety Data Sheets (SDS's) for current products.
• Work with vendors regarding new and existing PPE products, and train personnel and contractors on how to use PPE, and input new hires into PPE vending system.
• Coordinate and participate in Air and Noise audits/testing.
• Conduct training for Contractors, review tests, and update Security systems accordingly.
• Work with vendors to track, order, and troubleshoot employee uniform orders.
• Conduct monthly safety training, new hire safety orientation, and implement Toolbox Talks.
• Use online learning management system to set up training programs.
• Coordinate Union Management Safety Committee meetings, follow up and track open items, and edit and publish meeting minutes.
• Facilitate annual fire inspections with Cedar Rapids Fire Marshall.
• Provide medical attention as needed for work and personal medical emergencies, coordinate first aid training for employees, and work with Security during emergency scenarios.
• Organize monthly air calibrations of personal air and CO monitors with vendors, ensure completion of bump testing, and order replacement parts as needed.
• Arrange EAP needs with Mercy, and review weekly reports.
• Order necessary Respiratory PPE, and conduct annual/initial testing.
• Record overhead crane inspections and quarterly fire and safety audits.
• Work with vendors to order/use radio equipment.
• Report and correct unsafe behaviors/acts or work conditions.
• Assist HR and other groups with tours as necessary for safety purposes.
• Any other duties as assigned.

Education/Experience Requirements:

• Associate degree in Safety, Business or related field preferred; or 2 years’ experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience with OSHA standards, reporting, and compliance.
• Manufacturing experience preferred.

Skill Requirements:

• General understanding of PCs and related software (Outlook, Word, Excel, Power Point).
• Excellent communication, presentation, and organizational skills.
• Must be able to communicate in English for all business/job related transactions.
• Office environment; frequent time spent in the production facilities.

Work Schedule:

Current openings are for 2nd & 3rd Shift:

• 2nd shift - 2 PM to 11 PM with on-call rotation.
• 3rd shift: - 11 PM to 7 AM with on-call rotation.

$65,000 - $75,000 annually commensurate with experience.

Benefits include:

• 401(k) plan
• Vacation
• Paid holidays

Insurance:

• Health
• Vision
• Disability
  • Short Term
  • Long Term
• Life insurance
  • Employee
  • Dependent

Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug and background screening.

About the Company:

PMX Industries is the leading supplier of high qualitycopper and copper alloysin North America.

Since our founding, we have been committed to continually improving our safety and environmental performance through ongoing training and new technology. Safety is a top priority. PMX employees also have an active recycling program of metals, cardboard, plastic, and paper. We believe there are direct links between worker safety, quality systems, environmental performance, and economic success.

Business is conducted in accordance with company policies which are based on respect and accountability. PMX has earned a reputation for integrity and consistently meeting high standards. We support our communities and strive to be good neighbors. We know that business success begins with our employees!

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to the individual's race, color, sex, national origin, religion, age, disability, genetic information, status as a military veteran or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

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