Safety Technician - 1st Shift (Jefferson)

Generac Power Systems; Edgerton (WI); On-site; USD 37,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Generac Power Systems is hiring a Safety Tech in Jefferson, WI. You will work with the EHS team to implement environmental, health and safety functions across the facility, promoting safety awareness and training for staff.

The role includes coordinating incident response, audits and compliance data, with regular communication on safety standards. The position requires a High School Diploma or GED and at least 6 months in manufacturing, strong knowledge of OSHA/EPA/DOT regulations, and effective

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 6 months experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of OSHA, EPA, WDNR, DOT regulations.

Responsibilities

• Lead floor safety tasks: incident response, PPE distribution, safety audits.
• Facilitate new hire orientation and training documentation.
• Collect and review environmental compliance data (air monitoring, waste inspections).
• Monitor PITs inspections and act as primary EHS contact on the floor.
• Assist in emergency response and update safety procedures.

Skills

Safety standards knowledge

Verbal & written communication

Public speaking

Cross-functional influence

Time management

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

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We believe power is a promise - a shared commitment to be there for others when it matters most.

For more than 65 years, we've turned big ideas into solutions that help protect homes, strengthen businesses and build a more resilient, efficient, sustainable energy future.

Ready to Power a Smarter World with us?

Hours: 5:00am-3:00pm Monday-Thursday

Pay Rate: $20.85 per hour

Location: 900 N Parkway St, Jefferson, WI 53549

Job Summary:

In the role of Safety Tech, you will work closely with EHS site leader and specialists and cross-functional teams throughout the facility. The Safety Tech is responsible for shift specific environmental, health and safety functions to prevent workplace accidents and promote health and safety awareness and education to fellow employees at the manufacturing site.

Responsibilities:

• Engage in floor safety needs such as incident response, safety coaching (limited), PPE distribution, ergonomic assessments, safety audits, pre-pros for altered products and or new product.
• Facilitate new hire orientation.
• Collect environmental compliance data as directing including but not limited to air monitoring, filter performance readings, and hazardous waste inspections.
• Monitor and archive inspection supplies for all in-house powered industrial trucks (PITs).
• Be the primary contact for Environmental, Health and Safety issues and/or concerns on the production floor.
• Post new emergency procedures, update SDS files, archive incident reports, and training documentation.
• Assist in emergency response(s) and communication.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• High School Diploma or GED.
• 6 months experience working in a manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrate and understanding of corporate environmental, health and safety policies.
• Proven knowledge of safety equipment and standards.
• Demonstrated ability to influence teams and individuals across multiple functions within the organization.
• Proven track record of successfully managing shifting deadlines and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrate the ability to understand OSHA, EPA, WDNR, DOT and local regulations.
• Public speaking skills.

Physical Demands:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear; and use hands to manipulate objects or controls. The employee is regularly required to stand and walk. On occasion the incumbent may be required to stoop, bend or reach above the shoulders. The employee must occasionally lift up to 25 - 50 pounds. Specific conditions of this job are typical of frequent and continuous computer-based work requiring periods of sitting, close vision and ability to adjust focus. Occasional travel.

“We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.”

We believe power is a promise - a shared commitment to be there for others when it matters most.

For more than 65 years, we've turned big ideas into solutions that help protect homes, strengthen businesses and build a more resilient, efficient, sustainable energy future.

Ready to Power a Smarter World with us?

As one of the leaders and largest suppliers of power generation equipment and technology, the work we do touches millions of lives. Employees at Generac are encouraged to be innovative and are valued as an integral part of our global team. Our challenging goals develop knowledgeable employees dedicated to helping continue Generac’s success. Generac provides individuals the opportunity to work in a fast-paced agile work environment where their work makes a difference in people’s lives and their own.