safety representative i

Position Details

Req ID

req1711

Job Title

SAFETY REPRESENTATIVE I

Division

Corporate

Shift

First Shift

Job Summary

Job Summary

Applies fundamental knowledge of principles, theories, concepts and industry practices and standards in the area of managing and promoting the corporate safety program in compliance with OSHA regulations.

Essential Functions & Key Responsibilities

• Solves problems of limited scope and complexity following established policies and procedures relative to managing and promoting the corporate safety program in compliance with OSHA regulations. Management applies close to moderately close supervision and review of work performed.
• Inspects machinery, equipment, and working conditions in industrial or other setting to ensure compliance with occupational safety and health regulations. Inspects machines and equipment for accident prevention devices.
• Assists in designing and developing safety policies, practices, and procedures to reduce the frequency of work related accidents and injuries with emphasis on aggressive prevention efforts. Assists in the evaluating results of the safety program and makes recommendations for changes and/or improvements.
• Observes workers to determine use of prescribed safety equipment such as glasses, helmets, goggles, respirators, and clothing. Trains workers in accident prevention techniques and skills.
• Oversees the collection, distribution, and communication of educational material and information pertaining to the storing, handling, and disposing of hazardous materials.
• Assists in coordinating with government agencies for inspections by attending meetings with agency representatives and developing programs that comply with government standards.
• Inspects specified areas for fire prevention equipment and other safety and first-aid supplies. Prepares report of findings with recommendations for corrective action.

Performs other duties as required. These duties may include assignments in job classifications and departments other than the primary assignment.

Minimum Qualifications

Education Requirements

Minimum 4 Year / Bachelors Degree.

If applicable, a combination of experience and training may be substituted for the education requirement.

Experience Requirements

0-3 year(s) Related experience and/or training.

Skills and Competencies

• Communicates effectively using electronic media and in written and verbal forms.
• Makes telephone and direct personal contact with internal and external personnel and makes formal presentations to small or large groups.
• Competent in the use of standard software applications such as Microsoft Word and Excel.

Skills and Work Requirements

Physical Requirements

Physical Requirements

Must be able to work in excess of eight (8) hours per day and five (5) days per week, if required. Additionally, those who work at NORDAM Repair Division must be able to ascend and descend stairs.

Demand - Frequency

Walk - Frequent

Use hands to handle or feel or manipulate - Frequent

Reach with hands and arms - Frequent

Stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl - Occasional

Talk and hear - Frequent

Use close vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust - Constant

Travel between facilities (drive) - Occasional

Stand - Occasional

Climb Stairs - Occasional

Weight - Frequency

25 pounds - Occasional

Work Environment

Work Environment

While performing the duties of this job, the Stakeholder is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, and outside weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Supervision

Supervision

• Closely supervised.
• Follows specific, detailed instructions as to tasks, methods and results.

EEO Statement

The NORDAM Group LLC is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.