Safety Coordinator

Empire Cat•Mesa, AZ

23h

About The Position

Provides critical analysis and documentation for the Safety Department, applying OSHA, DOT, MSHA, industry and other regulations, processes and best practices. Works with supervisors from assigned departments to mentor and train employees in best safety practices. This position is a key contact for the Safety Department, serving as a liaison for other Empire employees. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Plan, organize, and administer compliance audits and safety activities within assigned workgroups to include safety briefings and regulatory compliance training, in order to support and ensure that supervisors and their workgroups are in compliance with required training. Analyze compliance and incident data and track employee incident data in records management systems through close coordination with Safety, Human Resource and Risk Management personnel. Analyze, track, and verify employee safety and DOT training and compliance records. Plan, organize and facilitate safety and compliance training to area supervisors on identified Federal, State, Local regulations and Empire Safety Policies.Administer company compliance programs, such as hearing conservation, respirator, and hazcom. Maintain strong knowledge of current OSHA, MSHA, and DOT regulations. Use discretion and independent judgment to research, analyze, and recommend solutions to safety compliance problems. Work safely at all times. Adhere to all applicable safety policies. Comply with all company policies, procedures, and standards.

Requirements

Ability to perform duties with speed and accuracy without immediate and constant supervision.
Ability to influence and motivate employees towards safety improvement.
Must have strong organizational skills.
Knowledge of DOT, OSHA, MSHA, and other regulatory agencies.
Must have strong team attitude and conflict resolution skills.
Must have basic math skills.
Ability to analyze data, inquiries or processes and make recommendations independently.
Strong computer to skills to work independently to process data and solve basic problems.
Must be able to meet all safety requirements for applicable safety policies and use of all required safety equipment.
Must have acceptable attendance to meet all company standards and requirements.
Proof of high school diploma or General Education Degree (GED).
Minimum 2 years of safety related training, preferably at college or university level.
Minimum 2 years safety related work.
Required knowledge; DOT and OSHA regulations.
Must be able to communicate (speak, read, comprehend, write) in English.

Nice To Haves

Field experience preferred.
First Aid/CPR and MSHA training preferred.
Previous experience using office productivity software, such as Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.

Responsibilities

Plan, organize, and administer compliance audits and safety activities within assigned workgroups to include safety briefings and regulatory compliance training, in order to support and ensure that supervisors and their workgroups are in compliance with required training.
Analyze compliance and incident data and track employee incident data in records management systems through close coordination with Safety, Human Resource and Risk Management personnel.
Analyze, track, and verify employee safety and DOT training and compliance records.
Plan, organize and facilitate safety and compliance training to area supervisors on identified Federal, State, Local regulations and Empire Safety Policies.
Administer company compliance programs, such as hearing conservation, respirator, and hazcom.
Maintain strong knowledge of current OSHA, MSHA, and DOT regulations.
Use discretion and independent judgment to research, analyze, and recommend solutions to safety compliance problems.
Work safely at all times.
Adhere to all applicable safety policies.
Comply with all company policies, procedures, and standards.
Assist with reviews and revisions of Corporate Safety Policies and Procedures to ensure comprehension and uniform compliance.
Independently compose written communication with excellent grammar and composition skills.
Interact daily with other departments and stores to assist with basic safety compliance issues and questions.
Maintain confidentiality in all matters related to the departmental unit and organization.
Use discretion and independent judgment in recognizing scope of authority.
Perform administrative duties as needed to meet departmental goals and obligations.
Work within and promote corporate values.