Safety & Maintenance Coordinator

Virginia MetalFab•Appomattox, VA

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About The Position

Virginia MetalFab is seeking a Safety & Maintenance Coordinator to oversee the integrity of the facility, including building systems and equipment, and ensure compliance with safety regulations and standards. The role implements and refines maintenance and safety programs, coordinates safety training, and performs preventative maintenance tasks. It is part of the shop team and includes general facilities upkeep, safety program coordination, OSHA support, and DOT compliance.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to communicate effectively using the spoken word.
Ability to accept responsibility for and account for one's actions, and hold others accountable.
Ability to identify and correct conditions affecting employee safety.
Ability to design and conduct systematic, objective, and critical investigations.
Ability to solve or proactively address work-related problems.
Ability to look beyond standard solutions.
Self-starter with the ability to expand process foundations.
Organized with attention to detail.
Basic computer skills, including MS Suite.
Ability to wear various forms of personal protective equipment (PPE).
Ability to lift and carry up to 51–100 lb.
Ability to push and pull up to 41–100 lb.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience in the metal or fabrication industry is highly beneficial.
Safety and/or maintenance experience is beneficial.
Forklift trainer certification is a plus.
Forklift certification.
OSHA certification, or willingness to obtain it.

Responsibilities

Inspect equipment and machines to identify repair needs and troubleshoot issues to determine necessary repairs.
Plan repair work using building blueprints or equipment manuals as needed.
Perform general repairs that do not require a specialized technician, including repairs to doors and other building fixtures.
Perform routine maintenance on building systems and assist with facility upkeep.
Manage and coordinate safety program activities.
Monitor equipment for safe and effective operation and develop and ensure adherence to a preventative maintenance schedule.
Monitor safety across departments and ensure adherence to safety guidelines.
Support OSHA recordkeeping and reporting requirements.
Develop a health and safety plan to meet operational goals and reduce injuries, accidents, and incidents.
Assist with OSHA training for new and existing employees.
Monitor, revise, and implement updates to safety regulations, laws, and reporting requirements.
Identify and evaluate hazardous workplace conditions and practices, and help develop and implement controls based on hazard analysis.
Evaluate the effectiveness of hazard controls, policies, and procedures and recommend improvements to prevent workplace accidents and injuries.
Conduct and coordinate on-site inspections to audit physical conditions and safe work practices.
Ensure safety supplies are plentiful and within expiration dates in all departments.
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local laws, rules, and regulations.
Communicate with management and employees about processes that do not comply with procedures.
Respond to emergencies involving hazardous materials, fire, smoke, or unknown hazards; prepare findings reports and submit recommendations.
Analyze accident records and issue reports regularly; analyze accident and incident trends and recommend corrections to unsafe conditions and actions.
Handle DOT compliance.
Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Benefits

Medical coverage with three Anthem plan options, including family plans, and an eye exam.
Dental insurance.
Vision insurance, including coverage for prescription safety glasses.
Short- and long-term disability insurance.
Basic life and AD&D insurance, with voluntary options.
Accident insurance.
Cancer insurance.
Critical illness coverage.
Hospital indemnity coverage.
Employee Assistance Program with confidential mental health counseling, budgeting, and will preparation services.
Three prepaid personalized mental health visits.
Wellness incentive rewards.
Paid time off (PTO).
Paid holidays.
Referral program offering $1,000 for each referred friend who works for the company for one year.
Corporate chaplain.
Boot stipend for floor workers.