What are the responsibilities and job description for the GWCO- Safety Technician position at Amsted Rail Company Inc?
SAFETY TECHNICIAN
Amsted Rail-Griffin Wheel, the leading manufacturer of railroad wheels in North America, is currently seeking a qualified individual for the position of Safety Technician for our Groveport foundry.
JOB SUMMARY/PURPOSE
Develops coordinates and supports broad range of safety programs and activities through regular inspections, investigations, analysis, auditing, testing and training. This position will report to the Safety Manager at the Groveport facility.
PRINCIPLE ACCOUNTABILITIES
Develops, coordinates and supports the safety program and activities through safety contacts, observations, inspections, JSA reviews and revisions, housekeeping audits, incident investigations and participation in General Manager Safety Audits. Recognizes and reinforces safe work practices.
- Assists in tracking and maintaining safety program, policies and procedures.
- Trains or assists in training of personnel on assigned safety subjects such as personal protective equipment, fall protection, etc. Conducts safety orientations for new or existing employees placed in new working environments.
- Confers and communicates with department personnel, both management and hourly, to address safety concerns, investigates, reviews and responds to employee safety and health issues and prepares/develops detailed reports of findings and recommendations.
- Assists in achieving facility compliance with OSHA and other applicable regulations. Applies Federal, State and Local safety and health standards. Maintains knowledge of current OSHA and other applicable standards.
- Inspects equipment and work areas for proper operation and safety requirements. Converses with operating and maintenance crews to check for unsafe conditions and notifies proper personnel when deficiencies are found or reported by other personnel.
- Inspects equipment and/or work areas to assure that prescribed repairs are completed, identifies problems and makes recommendations for solutions.
- Coordinates emergency response drills and/or emergency evacuation plans. Conducts follow-up evaluation and critique of the response with involved employees.
- Assists in the gathering and preparation of information for safety meetings and ensures adherence to monthly topics for reporting. Assists in the preparation and production of various safety videos used in safety training.
- Attends Safety Committee meetings. Addresses safety items and consults with managers for solutions and elimination of safety hazards through the development of JSA’s and elimination of safety hazards.
- Audits facility chemicals and reviews SDS documents to ensure all new products are included and training completed.
- Perform other duties as assigned
JOB KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
High School diploma, Advanced education a plus.
- Demonstrates strong leadership, problem-solving and analytical skills and attention to detail, proficiency in computer skills to include, MS Office and database management.
- Communicates details of safety procedures clearly to employees.
- Exhibits ability to think practically and creatively to implement the best safety practices.
- Responds quickly and efficiently to emergency situations.
- Exercises caution and alertness at all times.
KEY CHALLENGES
Ability to work across functional departments to promote safety culture throughout the facility and awareness to reduce exposures.
WORK CONDITIONS
Moderate physical effort- Unfavorable environment
- Moderate hazards
OTHER INFORMATION
Individuals may perform other duties as assigned, including work in other functional areas to cover absences or relief, to equalize peak work periods or otherwise to balance the workload.
If you possess the required qualifications and interested in applying for this opportunity, must apply online at www.amstedrail.com/careers
Amsted Rail is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Education
Required- High School or better
Behaviors
Preferred- Innovative: Consistently introduces new ideas and demonstrates original thinking
- Team Player: Works well as a member of a group
- Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity
- Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well
- Leader: Inspires teammates to follow them
Motivations
Preferred- Flexibility: Inspired to perform well when granted the ability to set your own schedule and goals
- Entrepreneurial Spirit: Inspired to perform well by an ability to drive new ventures within the business
- Ability to Make an Impact: Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization
- Growth Opportunities: Inspired to perform well by the chance to take on more responsibility
- Self-Starter: Inspired to perform without outside help
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
