Safety Technician

Global Power Components; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A manufacturing firm in Milwaukee seeks a Safety Technician to ensure a safe and compliant work environment. The candidate will conduct workplace inspections, implement safety plans, assist with employee training, and collaborate on regulatory compliance. Ideal applicants should have OSHA 30-Hour training or be willing to obtain it, along with 1-2 years of relevant experience and effective communication skills. The position is temp-to-hire and requires onsite work five days a week.

Qualifications

• Completion of OSHA 30-Hour training (or willing to obtain).
• One to two years of hands-on experience in a similar role.
• Familiarity with OSHA regulations and industry safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Conduct regular workplace safety inspections to identify and assess potential hazards.
• Implement safety plans and procedures to prevent accidents and injuries.
• Assist with training sessions for employees on workplace safety procedures and protocols.
• Investigate workplace accidents and make recommendations for prevention.
• Maintain records of workplace safety incidents and track progress.
• Collaborate with departments to ensure compliance with safety regulations.
• Promote safe work behaviors on the production floor.

Skills

Bilingual communication ability

Strong organizational skills

Problem-solving skills

Effective communication

Knowledge of OSHA regulations

Education

Completion of OSHA 30-Hour training

Job description

Title: Safety Technician

Company: Global Power Components – www.globalpowercomponents.com

Location: Milwaukee, WI (onsite 5-days/week)

Hire Type: Temp-to-Hire (2 months)

Overview

Global Power Components is a privately held, growing manufacturer of UL steel fuel tanks, trailers, large generator enclosures, and modular metal enclosures for housing fully equipped electrical distribution and control equipment.

Description

Are you passionate about ensuring a safe and secure work environment for all employees? Do you have the technical expertise and problem‑solving skills necessary to identify and mitigate potential safety hazards? If so, we want you to join our team as a Safety Technician! The Safety Technician supports Global Power Components’ commitment to providing a safe, compliant, and high‑performing manufacturing environment. This role enhances safety processes across GPC’s large‑scale fabrication and assembly operations. The Safety Technician helps ensure regulatory compliance, reduces workplace risk, and reinforces GPC’s culture of safety and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Conduct regular workplace safety inspections to identify and assess potential hazards.
• Implement safety plans and procedures to prevent accidents and injuries.
• Assist with training sessions for employees on workplace safety procedures and protocols.
• Assist with Investigation of workplace accidents to determine the cause and make recommendations for future prevention.
• Assist with maintaining records of workplace safety incidents and track progress on implementation of corrective actions.
• Collaborate with other departments to ensure compliance with all relevant safety regulations and standards.
• Promote safe work behaviors on the production floor and reinforce a strong safety culture.

Requirements

• Completion of OSHA 30‑Hour training (or willing to obtain).
• Bilingual communication ability is preferred.
• One to two years of hands‑on experience in a similar role.
• Familiarity with OSHA regulations and industry safety standards.
• Ability to work effectively in fast‑paced or high‑pressure environments.
• Willingness and ability to work all shifts, including weekends if required.
• Strong organizational and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to support consistent and effective safety messaging across all levels of the organization.

Equal Opportunity Employer / Minorities / Women / Veterans / Disabled

Global Power Components is an Equal Opportunity and Affidatative Action Employer. Global Power Components is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job‑related reasons regardless of an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law.