Safety Lead - 1st Shift

JB Poindexter & Co • Morgantown, PA

10d • Onsite

About The Position

Take charge of boosting environmental, health, and safety performance in Morgan Bodies manufacturing. By leveraging powerful data insights, sharp problem-solving, and JBPCO production systems, you’ll help drive continuous improvements that protect people, optimize processes, and ensure top-tier quality every step of the way.

Requirements

• Tech Savvy: Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint to streamline reporting and communication.
• Safety Committee Experience: Active participation in safety committees, driving collaborative workplace safety improvements.
• High Energy & Communication: Bring a dynamic, high-energy approach with strong interpersonal skills to connect across all organizational levels.
• Listening Skills: Able to listen carefully and comprehend information and ideas communicated verbally.
• Concentration: Maintain focus on tasks for extended periods without distraction.

Nice To Haves

• Manufacturing Know-How: 2+ years of hands-on experience in a manufacturing environment preferred for real-world understanding.
• OSHA Training: Basic OSHA training is a plus, helping to ensure compliance and safety awareness.
• Emergency Response Skills: Previous experience of an emergency response team or first aid certification highly valued.
• Hazardous Waste & Equipment Training: Knowledge of hazardous waste protocols and train-the-trainer certifications for hoists, forklifts, and manlifts are desirable.
• RCRA Expertise: Familiarity with Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) hazardous waste regulations is a bonus.
• Root Cause Analysis: Skilled in using structured root cause analysis tools to pinpoint issues and develop actionable safety solutions.

Responsibilities

• Safety Program Implementation: Drive the rollout of company safety initiatives by developing cutting-edge methods, procedures, and policies aligned with company standards.
• Behavioral Safety Audits: Lead and support Behavioral Based Safety Audits, delivering insightful feedback to leadership on engagement and compliance through detailed, actionable reports.
• OSHA Compliance Monitoring: Keep a sharp eye on facility operations to ensure full adherence to OSHA guidelines, safeguarding both people and processes.
• Environmental Compliance Collaboration: Partner with EH&S COE leaders to maintain strict compliance with environmental safety standards, promptly escalating any concerns to the right experts.
• Job Hazard Analysis Support: Champion job hazard analysis efforts, assessing the impact of safety policies and recommending improvements in close collaboration with EH&S COE leaders.
• Emergency Response & Training: Play an active role in the emergency response team (ERT) and safety committee, delivering impactful safety and environmental training alongside Regional Safety Engineers.
• Worker’s Compensation Management: Oversee worker’s compensation records and swiftly respond to employee incidents with appropriate treatment, follow-up, and thorough reporting.
• Accident Prevention Assistance: Collaborate with leaders and team members to proactively prevent accidents, both machinery-related and behavioral, guided by EH&S COE expertise.
• Training Records Oversight: Ensure all safety training records are meticulously maintained and compliant with company requirements.
• Audit Participation: Engage in all internal and external audits, providing support and direction in partnership with EH&S COE leaders and Regional Safety Engineers.
• Safety Communication Development: Help facility leaders craft compelling safety topics to spark meaningful conversations during facility startup meetings.
• New Hire Safety Orientation: Contribute to new hire onboarding by setting clear safety expectations and facilitating compliance training under EH&S COE guidance.
• Additional Responsibilities: Take on other important tasks as assigned, always championing a culture of safety first.

Benefits

• Competitive pay and full benefits package (medical, dental, vision, life)- your health matters
• 401(k) with company match - because your future matters
• Tuition reimbursement and leadership development to boost your career
• Paid holidays and vacation time - we know balance is key
• Exclusive discounts on footwear, eyewear, and safety gear- because we care about your safety

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed