Security Officer ($19.00/HR) - Mehoopany, PA

NMS; Mehoopany Township (PA); On-site; USD 19,286 - 30,307; Full time

Job summary

NMS is seeking a Security Officer to protect the Procter and Gamble facility in Mehoopany Township, PA. This on-site position emphasizes safety and security in a busy public environment with staff, visitors and customers.

You will monitor areas, de-escalate incidents, check doors and windows, log events, and coordinate with site contacts to maintain safe operations and compliance with company policies.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• At least two years in security, law enforcement or military preferred.
• Must have a valid Driver’s License with acceptable driving record.
• Team player able to work with staff, customers and clients.
• Ability to make quick decisions with minimal supervision.
• Must stand for 8–12 hours per shift and be safety oriented.

Responsibilities

• Monitor assigned areas visually, electronically or audibly across facilities.
• De-escalate situations to ensure safety of employees, customers and clients.
• Inspect doors, windows and areas to confirm security.
• Report property damage and unusual occurrences per policy.
• Manage site traffic of employees, visitors and vendors.
• Respond to emergencies and participate in safety procedures.
• May issue and record ID badges and check building systems.
• Notify supervisors of safety or sanitation issues as needed.

Skills

Customer Service

Interpersonal Skills

Oral Communication

Written Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Job Description

The Security Officer provides services for a variety of large and small business clients where health, safety and security is our #1 priority. This is a public environment at the Procter and Gamble facility and surrounding areas with the corresponding levels of traffic (employees, visitors, customers, etc.).

Responsibilities

• Personally monitors either visually, electronically or audibly a variety of assigned areas, or grounds by working in a variety of assignments including but not limited to roving inside the facilities, roving in a vehicle, other locations deemed appropriate.
• Ensures own actions and those of others observe maximum level of safety and compliance.
• Will verbally de-escalate situations to ensure the safety of fellow employees, customers and clients.
• Examines doors, windows, and other areas of the store to determine they are secure.
• Reports and records data such as property damage, unusual occurrences, etc. in accordance with company policies and procedures.
• Handles site security logistics with incoming & outgoing traffic of employees, visitors, and vendors.
• Warns violators of rule infractions and may apprehend or expel violators.
• Notifies on site individuals of visitors wishing to see them.
• Assists in properly responding to a variety of emergencies or disasters in order to preserve life and property, including but not limited to fire safety, active shooter protocol.
• May perform routine input or monitoring of safety and life support computer programs.
• May issue and record ID badges.
• May check heating, lighting, sprinkling, security, ventilation, fire, etc., systems to make sure they are operational.
• May also be combined with other position duties.
• Notify supervisor if safety and sanitation standards are not being met.
• Other duties that are pertinent to the department or unit’s success also may be assigned.
• This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• At least two (2) years of security, law enforcement or military experience is preferred.
• A valid Driver’s License and an acceptable driving record for the past three (3) years to be eligible under NMS’ vehicle insurance policy preferred.
• Must be able to cooperate and work as part of a team with fellow employees, customers and clients.
• Must be able to make decisions in the moment with little to no supervision.
• Must be able to be on your feet for 8-12 hours per shift.
• Contract requires employees to speak, understand, read and write English.
• Must be safety oriented as this is a safety sensitive position.
• Must meet and adhere to all safety guidelines and regulations set forth by the company and client.

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements

Weather: Indoor/Outdoor. Frequently exposed to both cold and hot weather conditions.

Noise level: Moderate to Loud

Description of environment: This is a public manufacturing plant environment.

Must constantly be able to stand, walk, climb, push, pull use hands and arms, stoop, kneel and crouch.

Physical requirements: Must be able to lift and move up to 50lbs.

Competencies

• Customer Service – Provides outstanding customer service; manages difficult or emotional situations; responds promptly to customer needs; responds to request for service and assistance; meets commitments in a timely manner.
• Interpersonal Skills – Focuses on solving conflict; maintains confidentiality; listens to others without interrupting; keeps emotions under control; remains open to other ideas.
• Oral Communication – Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; listens and gets clarification; responds well to questions; demonstrates group presentation skills; participates in meetings.
• Written Communication – Writes incident, logs and other reports clearly; able to read and interpret written information.

NMS Core Values

• Safety guides our behavior.
• Honesty and integrity govern our activities.
• Commitments made will be fulfilled.
• All individuals are treated with dignity and respect.
• The environment will be protected and sustained.