Safety Program Lead

Sonepar • Village of Johnson City, NY

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About The Position

A career at Cooper Electric Supply, LLC is more than a job. You’re investing in a brighter, more sustainable future together and joining a team that makes a real difference for our customers. Cooper Electric Supply, LLC offers electrical products and services to contractors. If it helps bring electricity to an office, home, factory or other building – you can find it here. We operate throughout the northeast and are part of the Sonepar group, the world’s #1 electrical distributor with over 45,000 associates around the globe.

Being “Powered by Difference” means we respect and value diverse perspectives. Cooper Electric Supply, LLC we offer a supportive culture and great benefits, and as part of the larger Sonepar group, we can offer exciting opportunities to grow your career.
 What you will do:

Ensure that established safety standards are adhered to and are part of the organization’s culture.
Partner with other areas of the business to manage risks and reduce loss.
Monitor health and safety related performance and work with management to deliver desired results.
Ensure that our safety program is compliant with regulations.
Ensure training needs for both new hires and existing associates are up-to-date.
Train new associates on the safe and proper operation of powered industrial trucks, forklift safety, fall protection, etc.
Working alongside Safety Manager to assist with managing Worker Compensation claims. Take the lead on claims in their assigned territory.
Lead investigations of all incidents and near misses to identify root causes and develop corrective action and preventative measures.
Conduct safety inspections of their territory utilizing the Quarterly Safety Checklist report.
Assist with Safety communication.
SDS Library Management.

Requirements

• Experience as a Safety Specialist preferred, but not required.
• Ability to effectively communicate information and present solutions.
• Ability to speak, read, and write proficiently in English.
• Strong mathematics, verbal, and written communication skills.
• The ability to operate computers and relevant computer software.
• Ability to prioritize needs in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Ensure that established safety standards are adhered to and are part of the organization’s culture.
• Partner with other areas of the business to manage risks and reduce loss.
• Monitor health and safety related performance and work with management to deliver desired results.
• Ensure that our safety program is compliant with regulations.
• Ensure training needs for both new hires and existing associates are up-to-date.
• Train new associates on the safe and proper operation of powered industrial trucks, forklift safety, fall protection, etc.
• Working alongside Safety Manager to assist with managing Worker Compensation claims. Take the lead on claims in their assigned territory.
• Lead investigations of all incidents and near misses to identify root causes and develop corrective action and preventative measures.
• Conduct safety inspections of their territory utilizing the Quarterly Safety Checklist report.
• Assist with Safety communication.
• SDS Library Management.

Benefits

• Healthcare plans
• Dental & vision
• Paid time off
• Paid parental leave
• 401(k) retirement savings with company match
• Professional and personal development programs
• Opportunity to become a shareholder
• Employer-paid short- and long-term disability
• Employer-paid life insurance for spouse and dependents
• Robust wellness program
• Gym reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

What This Job Offers

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