Safety Technician

Ferroglobe PLC; Waterford (OH); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental insurance

Company-Paid Short-Term Disability

401k Match

Paid time off

Job summary

A global leader in silicon-based materials is seeking a Safety Technician in Waterford, Ohio. The role involves conducting facility walkthroughs, ensuring compliance with safety regulations, and communicating safety needs to employees. Ideal candidates will have an Associate’s Degree in Occupational Safety & Health and strong communication skills. The position offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• Ability to communicate clearly and objectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Solid understanding of safety, environmental health issues, laws, and OSHA regulations.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to complete tasks assigned by management promptly.
• Exceptional attention to detail with a proactive approach.

Responsibilities

• Conduct daily walkthroughs of the facility to assess the workplace for potential hazards.
• Maintain daily communication with employees and management regarding safety needs.
• Identify and remediate any discovered safety issues.
• Ensure compliance with safety laws and procedures.
• Assist the Safety Manager in accident investigations.

Skills

Communication Skills

Regulatory Knowledge

Organizational Skills

Attention to Detail

Shift Availability

Proficient in Microsoft Office

Education

Associate’s Degree in Occupational Safety & Health

Relevant work experience

Job description

Who We Are

Ferroglobe is one of the world’s leading suppliers of silicon metal, silicon-based and manganese-based specialty alloys and ferroalloys, serving a customer base across the globe in dynamic and fast‑growing end markets, such as solar, automotive, consumer products, construction and energy.

What You Will Do

The Safety Technician at Ferroglobe is responsible for assisting the Safety Manager in implementing safety programs, policies, and procedures to ensure a safe workplace through compliance with health, wellness, environmental, and safety laws. The ideal candidate will have a keen eye for detail to identify and mitigate potential hazards, effectively communicate the importance of safety to employees, and proactively discover opportunities for safety improvements. The ability to interpret and clearly communicate OSHA guidelines and administrative rulings is essential. The ultimate goal is to achieve zero accidents and exceed industry standards for occupational health and safety. Develop, implement, and oversee comprehensive health and safety policies and procedures to ensure compliance with all applicable laws and regulations.

• Daily Facility Walkthroughs: Conduct daily walkthroughs of the facility at the beginning and end of each shift to assess the workplace for potential hazards.
• Communication: Maintain daily communication with employees and management regarding safety needs and requirements.
• Hazard Identification: Identify and remediate any discovered safety issues, adopting preventive measures.
• Safety Awareness: Display a comprehensive understanding of safety, environmental, and health issues.
• Compliance Monitoring: Ensure compliance with safety laws and procedures.
• Problem Solving: Identify and recommend solutions to safety issues, and support the adoption of preventive initiatives.
• Accident Investigation: Assist the Safety Manager in accident investigations and implementing corrective action measures.
• Project Support: Work on safety‑related projects of limited complexity in a support role.
• Management: Contractor management experience.
• Training: Speaking in front of small groups on safety training for new hires and current employees.

What We Seek

• Degree: Associate’s Degree in Occupational Safety & Health, Environmental Management, or related field, or relevant work experience.
• Communication Skills: Ability to communicate clearly and objectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Regulatory Knowledge: Solid understanding of safety, environmental health issues, laws, and OSHA regulations.
• Organizational Skills: Strong organizational skills with the ability to complete tasks assigned by management promptly.
• Attention to Detail: Exceptional attention to detail with a proactive approach.
• Shift Availability: Availability to work all shifts, including evenings and weekends.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, including Powerpoint.

What We Offer

We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Company‑Paid Short‑Term Disability and Basic Life, Voluntary Life and LTD, Employer 401k Match and paid time off.

Working Environment

• Performs jobs under varying conditions (dust, oil, grease, hot and humid temperatures, fumes, noise, etc.).
• Ability to lift 50lbs, floor to waist, waist to shoulder; overhead, carry 20 feet.
• Wears proper PPE in the manufacturing area (shoes, safety glasses, and hearing protection).