Full-Time Day Shift Unarmed Security Officer

NC Protection Group•Durham, NC

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Unarmed, Uniformed Security Officer maintains a safe, secure, and orderly environment at a manufacturing facility. Officers rotate among security posts and duties during their shifts, providing access control, screening, patrol, surveillance, incident response, and general site security support. The position requires professionalism, attention to detail, enforcement of site policies, and positive interactions with employees, visitors, and contractors. The role includes staffing facility entry and exit points; verifying identification, badges, and access permissions; maintaining visitor logs; screening for prohibited items and protected intellectual property; patrolling the facility; checking doors, gates, and access points; monitoring cameras and alarms; responding to incidents; and preparing incident and daily activity reports. Officers also enforce site rules and safety procedures, assist employees and visitors, and coordinate with site management, supervisors, and emergency responders as required. This is an unarmed, uniformed position in an indoor and outdoor manufacturing or industrial environment. Work involves rotating posts and duties and may require standing, walking, and patrolling for extended periods, as well as lifting, carrying, and moving up to 25 pounds as needed. The schedule is 2-2-3 with 12-hour shifts; shifts may include days, nights, weekends, and holidays.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Valid NC Private Protective Services Board security officer registration/license, as applicable; Unarmed Guard Card (NC PPSB) certification required.
Ability to stand, walk, and patrol for extended periods.
Strong observation, communication, and report-writing skills.
Ability to remain calm and professional in high-pressure situations.
Reliable transportation and dependable attendance.

Nice To Haves

Military and/or law enforcement experience.
Prior experience in security, manufacturing, industrial, or corporate environments.
Familiarity with access control systems, surveillance systems, or screening procedures.
Basic computer skills for reporting and log entry.
Military veteran, loss prevention, law enforcement, corrections, security, fire, EMT, or alarm response experience.
NC Driver's License.
CPR, AED, and basic first aid certifications.

Responsibilities

Staff facility entry and exit points and control access for authorized personnel, visitors, and vendors.
Verify identification, badges, and access permissions according to site policies.
Maintain visitor logs and ensure required escort procedures are followed.
Monitor inbound and outbound traffic, including employee shift changes and deliveries.
Screen for unauthorized weapons, restricted items, and protected intellectual property; enforce policies on prohibited items and controlled materials.
Report and document violations, suspicious activity, and policy non-compliance.
Conduct regular foot and/or vehicle patrols of the facility interior and exterior.
Check doors, gates, and access points to ensure secured areas remain locked and controlled.
Monitor for safety hazards, suspicious behavior, and unauthorized access; report maintenance, safety, or security concerns.
Monitor cameras, alarms, and security systems when assigned.
Respond promptly to incidents, alarms, and calls for service; de-escalate situations in accordance with training and company policy.
Prepare clear, accurate incident and daily activity reports.
Enforce company rules, site-specific security procedures, and safety policies.
Maintain a visible, professional presence while on duty and in uniform and provide customer-service-oriented support to employees and visitors.
Coordinate with site management, supervisors, and emergency responders as required.