Fire Risk Coordinator

Arauco

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Looking for a rewarding career with a company that values people, growth, sustainability, and teamwork? Join our Moncure, NC team as a Fire & Risk Coordinator! What We Are Looking For Strong knowledge of fire prevention, fire protection systems, and NFPA standards Experience with industrial fire detection and suppression systems Ability to lead investigations, training, and cross‑functional safety initiatives Strong communication, organization, and documentation skills Comfort working in both field and office environments What We Offer Attractive pay rate, plus a profit share/gain share program Health plans with options that meet your needs, including a wellness program, gym reimbursement, and additional benefits such as pet insurance, legal insurance, and life insurance Paid maternity and paternity leave, a competitive vacation package, and company and floating holidays designed to support your work-life balance Retirement planning options, including generous employer contributions Opportunities to learn and develop, including tuition reimbursement and ongoing technical training In This Role, You Would Lead site‑wide fire safety and risk management programs to protect employees and assets Promote a strong fire prevention culture and proactively identify potential fire risks Conduct fire incident investigations and root cause analyses; manage reporting systems and corrective actions Coordinate fire system inspections, testing, maintenance, and impairments in line with NFPA and company standards Serve as the site liaison with local fire authorities and support emergency response and evacuation drills Train employees and contractors on fire hazards, prevention techniques, and fire protection systems Oversee contractors and vendors performing fire system inspections, maintenance, and repairs Maintain accurate fire system records, inspection reports, audit documentation, and insurance records Participate in shutdowns, projects, audits, and continuous improvement initiatives related to fire protection Provide subject‑matter expertise and support maintenance and operations teams as needed Physical Requirements Ability to move freely throughout the facility, including climbing stairs and ladders and navigating around equipment Cold and Hot weather exposure when troubleshooting and maintaining fire systems Ability to bend, stoop, crouch, lift, push, pull, and carry materials and equipment up to 50 pounds Endurance to stand and walk for extended periods in environments with dust, noise, chemicals, and varying temperatures Ability to work at heights using ladders, manlifts, and other access equipment Qualifications Required - High school diploma or equivalent. - 4+ years of experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment required. Experience with fixed and non‑fixed fire suppression systems in an industrial environment - Strong verbal and written communication skills - Working knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel Preferred - Post‑secondary education in Fire Science or related field - NFPA certifications (e.g., Certified Fire Protection Specialist, Fire Inspector I/II) - Experience as a volunteer or paid firefighter – Experience with confined space rescue, hire hoses, building sprinkler systsm and risers - Mechanical or electrical maintenance experience - OSHA 10 or 40 training - Experience with systems such as Atex, Fenwal, Grecon, Minimax, Flamex, or PyroGuard About Us: At ARAUCO, we’re more than a global leader in sustainable wood products—we’re a team driven by innovation, environmental stewardship, and strong core values. Committed to responsible forestry and quality craftsmanship, we create products that shape industries and protect the planet. Sustainability is central to everything we do—from responsible forestry to reducing environmental impact, we are dedicated to preserving natural resources for future generations.  Grow your career with purpose and help us shape a better future—one product, one idea, and one team at a time.

Requirements

Strong knowledge of fire prevention, fire protection systems, and NFPA standards
Experience with industrial fire detection and suppression systems
Ability to lead investigations, training, and cross‑functional safety initiatives
Strong communication, organization, and documentation skills
Comfort working in both field and office environments
High school diploma or equivalent.
4+ years of experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment required.
Experience with fixed and non‑fixed fire suppression systems in an industrial environment
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Working knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel

Nice To Haves

Post‑secondary education in Fire Science or related field
NFPA certifications (e.g., Certified Fire Protection Specialist, Fire Inspector I/II)
Experience as a volunteer or paid firefighter
Experience with confined space rescue, hire hoses, building sprinkler systsm and risers
Mechanical or electrical maintenance experience
OSHA 10 or 40 training
Experience with systems such as Atex, Fenwal, Grecon, Minimax, Flamex, or PyroGuard

Responsibilities

Lead site‑wide fire safety and risk management programs to protect employees and assets
Promote a strong fire prevention culture and proactively identify potential fire risks
Conduct fire incident investigations and root cause analyses; manage reporting systems and corrective actions
Coordinate fire system inspections, testing, maintenance, and impairments in line with NFPA and company standards
Serve as the site liaison with local fire authorities and support emergency response and evacuation drills
Train employees and contractors on fire hazards, prevention techniques, and fire protection systems
Oversee contractors and vendors performing fire system inspections, maintenance, and repairs
Maintain accurate fire system records, inspection reports, audit documentation, and insurance records
Participate in shutdowns, projects, audits, and continuous improvement initiatives related to fire protection
Provide subject‑matter expertise and support maintenance and operations teams as needed

Benefits

Attractive pay rate, plus a profit share/gain share program
Health plans with options that meet your needs, including a wellness program, gym reimbursement, and additional benefits such as pet insurance, legal insurance, and life insurance
Paid maternity and paternity leave, a competitive vacation package, and company and floating holidays designed to support your work-life balance
Retirement planning options, including generous employer contributions
Opportunities to learn and develop, including tuition reimbursement and ongoing technical training

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