Safety Coordinator-Lathrop

Nucor•Lathrop, CA

26d

About The Position

The Safety Coordinator supports field and shop supervisors and managers, branch managers, and the Regional Safety Manager in implementing field, shop, and office safety programs for Nucor Rebar Fabrication Southwest. The role conducts safety training and audits, investigates safety issues at job sites, and helps ensure compliance with the Injury and Illness Prevention Program (IIPP), contractor safety programs, company initiatives, and applicable federal and state regulations. The position requires frequent and extensive travel to job sites, with occasional off-prime-shift work and overtime as needed. Safety is a core responsibility: the coordinator must initiate, lead, and uphold safety policies, practices, procedures, and housekeeping standards. Working conditions may be noisy, dusty, hot, or cold and may involve uneven surfaces, stairs, ladders, equipment inspections, and some heavy lifting.

Requirements

Legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship now or in the future.
OSHA 30 certification required.
Able to work as a team member on projects and demonstrate problem-solving aptitude.
Organized and detail-oriented.
Able to manage time effectively and prioritize responsibilities.
Effective verbal and communication skills.
Able to travel frequently and extensively to job sites, 50–100% of the time.
Able to work overtime when required.
Able to work occasional off-prime shifts to meet with teammates on other shifts.
Able to walk on uneven surfaces and climb stairs and ladders to inspect cranes and equipment as required.
Able to perform walking, sitting, standing, bending, and typical office activities, including using hands to operate objects, tools, computers, and other electronic equipment.
Some heavy lifting may be necessary.
Committed to working in a drug-free environment.

Nice To Haves

Two-year technical degree from an accredited school or college, or construction trade training and experience.
OSHA 500 and OSHA 510 certifications.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel and PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

Support Field Superintendents and Branch Managers with all aspects of field and shop safety programs.
Help ensure compliance with company and contractor safety programs and applicable federal and state safety regulations, and report significant safety issues to the Branch Manager and Regional Safety Manager.
Take corrective action with Foremen, Superintendents, teammates, or General Contractors when safety concerns are observed or reported.
Frequently visit project sites to audit safety plans, prepare safety reports at least monthly, verify compliance, and formulate safe work plans.
Assist Superintendents and Foremen in issuing warnings and instructing teammates on safe work practices when procedures or policies are not followed.
Demonstrate conduct consistent with Nucor Rebar Fabrication's vision and values.
Assist with or oversee new-hire safety training and mentoring programs.
Assist Superintendents and Branch Managers with accident, incident, and injury reviews and root-cause investigations, including collecting photographs and witness statements.
Help formulate safety program plans, procedures, and objectives and evaluate the program's effectiveness.
Assist with injury and claims management, including developing injury and illness treatment procedures and complying with OSHA recordkeeping requirements.