Lead, Safety - Southwire Company

Job Description

Summary
Safety Lead will provide assistance to the Dallas-Fort Worth CSC EHS Manager. Strives to maintain a Culture of Zero through administration and implementation of policies and procedures that promote a healthy and safe work environment. Supports facility with compliance and upkeep of Federal OSHA, state, and local authorities and company-wide safety initiatives. 

Description of Duties and Responsibilities

•    Support, maintain, and enforce workplace health and safety to sustain a Culture of Zero.
•    Assist in preparing and enforcing policies to maintain a culture of health and safety.
•    Assist in creating processes that identify, evaluate, and control hazards in the workplace.
•    Ensure facility and management awareness of current and pending regulatory requirements, permit conditions, and other restrictions legally imposed by federal, state, and local authorities.
•    Support facility in preparation of OSHA Voluntary Protection Program (VPP)
•    Provide and track training to comply with applicable OSHA and company requirements.
•    Implement and maintain required OSHA and company compliance programs/processes.
•    Provide industrial hygiene support as needed.
•    Assist in the development and implementation of new health and safety programs.
•    Support Growing Green efforts at the facility.
•    Serve as Assistant Emergency Responses for the facility, assisting with the coordination of emergency services and contractors.  
•    Cultivate positive relationships with all levels of the organization.
•    Must be self-motivated and detail oriented to identify potential opportunities and threats in the workplace.
•    Must have the ability to analyze data, provide solutions and implement change.
•    Additional assignments and responsibilities as requested. 

Qualifications and Experience Requirements

•    High school diploma, or equivalent, is required.
•    Bachelor’s or associate degree or equivalent is a plus.
•    Certified in OSHA 10 or 30 General Industry is a plus.
•    Certified in First Responder – First Aid, CPR, AED, and Bloodborne Pathogen is a plus.
•    Must have good work and attendance record. (No active written discipline on file)
•    Basic P.C. skills including Outlook, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint required.
•    Ability to function and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced operating environment is critical.
•    Must be able to interface and communicate effectively within the organization, including public speaking.
•    Ability to learn quickly and adapt to a changing business environment.
•    Must be able to follow written and verbal instructions explicitly.
•    Must be familiar with warehouse operation’s processes and procedures.
•    Must be able to handle stress caused in meeting deadlines with tight scheduling requirements.
•    Must be able to shift priorities easily.
•    Must be able to work well with others.
•    Must have responsible work habits.