Safety Engineer

at  CaptiveAire

COMPANY PROFILE:

CaptiveAire is the nation’s leading manufacturer of commercial kitchen ventilation systems, and now provides a complete solution of fans, heaters, ductwork and HVAC equipment. For over 40 years, we’ve led the industry with innovative technologies, unmatched service, competitive pricing, and rapid lead times.
CaptiveAire maintains a network of over 90 sales offices in the U.S. and Canada and six strategically located manufacturing plants in North Carolina, Iowa, Oklahoma, California, Pennsylvania and Florida.
Summary: This role will be working in a manufacturing facility and reporting to the plant Safety Manager. This position will be responsible for assisting in development and implementation of new safety projects and programs.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• 0-5 years experience
• 2 or 4 year or equivalent degree in mechanical or mechanical engineering technology, Fire Protection Safety Engineering technology, Environmental health and safety sciences etc.
• Self-starter and with solid communication
• Manufacturing experience preferred
• Focus on process improvement and lean related principles (Kaizen, 5/6 S, 6 Sigma, etc.)

• Report to the plant Safety Manager and perform tasks as directed with the highest level of transparency
• Assist in development and implementation of new safety projects and programs
• Develop and maintain all training programs and safeguards for new equipment/process
• Research and procure items needed for plant safety improvements
• Organize and maintain all new hire safety training and compliance acknowledgments
• Conduct and maintain all annual training, including forklift driving certifications, first-aid certifications, LOTO (Lock Out Tag Out) certifications, etc)
• Understand and reference all applicable OSHA regulations
• Ensure plant is OSHA compliant
• Familiarity with all other AHJ (Authorities Having Jurisdiction) is imperative to maintain applicable compliance (NFPA, ANSI, NEC, NIOSH, etc.)
• Enforce compliance of PPE and all other safe work practices to promote a positive and lasting Safety Culture
• Keep plant stocked with proper safety supplies and PPE
• Perform monthly plant safety audits and maintain all regulated frequent inspections
• Verify routine equipment inspections are properly conducted and compliance is maintained in all areas of the plant by all employees
• Ensure all safeguards are in place and working properly
• Ensure all workstations and tasks are free of hazards
• Conduct and report all incident investigations
• Determine root cause and corrective plans
• First Aid response and treatment for employee injuries
• Transport injured workers to seek medical treatment when needed
• Guide employees through the workers compensation process alongside plant HR
• Maintain records and facilitate all restrictions
• Accurate and concise record keeping of all safety related documents and processes
• Including but not limited to training records, SOPS, SDS, and OSHA abatement documents.