Security Officer

Knight's Armament • Titusville, FL

351d

About The Position

The Security Officer position is responsible for ensuring that security operations comply with local rules, regulations, policies, and procedures. This role involves responding to risk management issues and assisting in loss prevention programs to maintain a safe and secure working environment. The Security Officer is tasked with site security, ensuring the protection of personnel, visitors, and their property, as well as all company assets, including property, buildings, and grounds, by adhering to safety, security, and emergency policies, rules, and regulations. Flexibility in working hours is required.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• Minimum of two years previous security experience.
• Previous Law Enforcement, Military, or Corrections Officer experience.
• Class D security certificate required.
• Good written/verbal communication skills and ability to communicate information with tact.
• Valid Florida Driver's License.

Responsibilities

• Control entrance and access to the plant and its operations.
• Provide first response for incidents/accidents under the purview of Security.
• Conform to and apply safety, security, and risk management programs by enforcing loss control standards and prevention programs to minimize loss of assets and potential liability claims from visitors and employees.
• Assure compliance with safety procedures, industry practice, and requirements involving company products.
• Report all safety, security, liability, property damages, and accident claims.
• Conduct preliminary internal investigations of all reports and claims.
• Keep abreast of general loss prevention and safety/security issues and identify opportunities for improvement of established programs.
• Advise management on issues related to risk management and safety/security.
• Provide feedback regarding perceived/actual needs/ideas for new programs.
• Communicate and promote acceptance of and compliance with loss prevention, security, and safety programs among employees.
• Assist in safety drills and demonstrations.
• Conduct daily inspections of the grounds/facilities.
• Responsible for the daily log of security activity, ensuring it contains an accurate record of activity including incident reports, key issuance, gate activity, and shift rounds.
• Ensure all employees consistently follow departmental and corporate safety and security standards.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Fabricated Metal Product Manufacturing
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees