Safety Tech

JCB•Pooler, GA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

80 years and countless innovations later, JCB is the world’s largest privately-owned manufacturer of construction and agricultural equipment. At 23 plants spanning four continents—and countries including the United States, the United Kingdom, India and Brazil—JCB manufactures a range of more than 300 products including telescopic handlers, backhoe loaders, excavators, wheel loaders, compact excavators, skid steer loaders, compact track loaders, Access aerial work platforms, rough terrain forklifts, and tractors. JCB people are at the heart of our business and as a family-owned business we answer to our customers, not a group of shareholders. That freedom allows us to concentrate on developing the latest technologies and incorporating them into our equipment. We focus on what our customer needs on the jobsite – a machine that holds up in the toughest environment and increases their productivity. At JCB, we stand behind our products – and our name. Position Purpose In this role, the Safety Technician will support JCB North American headquarters operations located in Pooler, GA. This role will support the EHS Director, Manager and Specialist in all areas applicable to OSHA general industry manufacturing as well as all Federal and State Environmental responsibilities typical to manufacturing operations. The majority of time for this job is on the manufacturing floor. Position Type: Full Time, Non-Exempt

Requirements

Must pass any drug screens, background checks and any pre-employments tests as applicable.
2 years related experience in general industry manufacturing environments
Ability to learn knowledge of Environmental, Health and Safety Regulatory Compliance
Strong interpersonal skills, particularly in communication and persuasion in employee interactions
Skills related to computer programs, including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and other applications
Integrity and ability to maintain confidentiality of information
Must be able to perform continuous, repetitious physical activities. These activities may involve fine movements or large motions
Must be able to grasp/pinch small items, reach out and up, and turn wrist
Must be able to push/pull with reasonable force
Must be able to perform the following requirements of bending, stooping, climbing, kneeling, and standing for extended periods of time
Must be able to work in multiple climates including hot/cold temperatures, and dusty environment
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear.
The employee regularly is required to stand, walk, sit, bend, kneel, stoop, use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms.
The employee must be able to climb ladders and work at heights from time to time.
The employee frequently lifts and/or moves objects up to 35 pounds.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.

Nice To Haves

OSHA 10/30 card, environmental certifications, experience preferred
Basic understanding of fire protections systems a plus, but not required

Responsibilities

Provide day to day support for all core OSHA programs and standards applicable to general industry manufacturing
Support in the development and updates of OSHA and Environmental policies, programs and standards
Support with and lead incident investigations (first aid, near misses, recordable, environmental and property damage) using a team-based approach to problem solving and to effectively implement corrective actions
Support in preparation and delivery of EHS performance reports for leadership
Support implementation of sustainability and recycling initiatives
Conduct EHS related inspections and audits, generate reports and communicate findings.
Provide day-to-day technical safety and health advice and consultation to employees and contractors
Train and certify employees on forklifts and P.I.Ts.
Identify and address at risk behaviors and conditions
Capable of developing PowerPoint Presentations, Excel documents, and strong record keeping skills.
Other duties as assigned by the Director or Manager of Safety