DC Safety Specialist I

FERGUSON•Grand Prairie, TX

6d•$3,075 - $6,784•Onsite

About The Position

Ferguson is currently seeking a Safety Specialist for our Distribution Center in Grand Prairie, TX. This position will be responsible for leading all aspects of safety at the Distribution Center. With 11 strategically located regional distribution centers and a growing network of 6+ market distribution centers throughout the US, this position offers incredible advancement opportunities! We want to help you build a long-lasting career with Ferguson. Together, we can continue to lead the industry and help build our nation’s infrastructure from the ground up.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or minimum of 3 years of safety specific experience
Candidate must be willing to work varied shifts depending on the safety needs of the location. Position will include spending time on night shift as well as rare weekends if needed.
Ability to create and train using Job Safety Analysis (JSA)
Possess hazard recognition skills to identify risk and to implement corrective action plans
Ability to tactfully coach, mentor and correct unsafe behavior in real time
Able to lift 50 lbs occasionally and work in a warehouse environment subject to seasonal temperature fluctuations, including heat and cold based on outdoor weather conditions
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
Exceptional presentation and written skills
Interpersonal and communication skills; ability to professionally and confidently interact with individuals at all levels of the organization
Provide strong leadership to drive a culture of safety
Self-starter requiring minimal supervision

Nice To Haves

Preferred experience in a warehouse supply chain distribution environment.
Certification in OSHA safety procedures preferred

Responsibilities

Train new associates in the organization's safe operating procedures and safety standards
Administer safety training and health and safety programs
Monitor environment to ensure that work areas, tools and equipment meet safety requirements
Ensure associates operate powered industrial equipment according to Safe Operating Guidelines and FEI Safety Policies
Document all safety incidents and assist with accident investigations, following established reporting and recording requirements
Coordinate and lead Safety Committee meetings, publish agendas, email invitations and committee minutes
Compile data on location incidents rates, restricted duty and lost time per SOP
Oversee injured worker treatment plans, restricted duty and lost time claims
Communicate with worker’s comp carrier as needed to ensure cases are handled to completion
Align and routinely interact with Region Territory Safety Manager to ensure alignment.
Administer and / or support the administration of the 30-60-90 day Health & Safety Onboarding Program
Executes safety inspections, audits and safety risk assessments, ensuring OSHA compliance, whilst maintaining all HSE records and reporting.
Assists with the identification of the sources of risks and hazards, implementing exposure monitoring, integrity controls, and safety systems required to mitigate specific safety risks in operations.
Coordinates safety training in order to equip staff with knowledge of safe operating procedures and safety standards.
Supports the field application of safety behavior improvement and HSE culture tools.
Supports safety meetings and/or field visits, including pre-job safety conferences or Health & Safety Committee meetings.
Adhere to Company compliance and Health Safety and Environment (HSE) policies, procedures, and requirements
Regular and reliable attendance