Safety Coordinator

Description

PRICE INDUSTRIES INC.

At Price Industries Inc. our high-quality products, reliable delivery, and knowledgeable follow-up service have made us a market leader in manufacturing and supplying innovative air distribution, critical controls, and noise control products. After more than 60 years, Price remains a privately held family company with a deep heritage and commitment to innovation and service. Our long-standing vision, traditional values, and the Price way of doing business are the cornerstones of our company.

SAFETY COORDINATOR

Job Description

Price Industries Inc. is on the search for a Safety Coordinator, for its growing US office and manufacturing facility located in Suwanee, Georgia. This position will report to the Safety Manager, will ensure that the company’s operation comply with state, federal and local legislation and codes that govern health and safety. The successful candidate will create policies and procedures that enable compliance and safety guidelines and regulations. This would include organizing safety training for all employees which includes specializes training for maintenance personnel, forklift operations, mechanical power presses and other specialized training initiatives. Identify company safety-training needs and develop/coordinate safety-training programs. Maintain documentation and record all training initiatives.  The incumbent will be required to carry out assessments of potential risks and the means to abate existing and potential hazards.  Proper recordkeeping of OSHA 300 Logs is essential to facilitate a well-maintained safety program.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the safety and health vision of Price Industries, Inc.
• Manage Worker’s Compensation claims by investigating the circumstances that led to the accident
• Responsible for reporting claims to the Carrier while minimizing cost and eliminating fraudulent claims
• Lead the plant’s Safety Committee with focus on raising safety awareness and creating a safe work environment free from incidents
• Maintain safety checks and authorize the use of equipment being installed for electrical safety, proper function of the equipment, while maintaining ergonomic standards and guidelines that promote worker productivity, safety and health, including accessibility and visibility
• Maintain documentation on required safety checks for all Part Revolution Presses for the entire year
• Authorize PPE for the company through an annual PPE assessment
• Inspect all machinery, hoses, electrical connections, foot pedals, lighting, guards, light curtains, and all other safety devices routinely
• Schedule the annual audiometric testing for plant employees. Maintain audiometric records and supporting documents
• Be prepared to meet with the Safety Steering Committee to discuss the plants recordable injuries and any strategic planning for your facility
• Check on housekeeping, exit lighting, emergency lighting and fire extinguishers routinely
• Emergency Response and preparedness is your responsibility
• Hazard Communication Program and MSDS/SDS proper listing is also your responsibility
• Handle an OSHA inspection
• You are responsible for ordering and maintaining medical supplies

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.

• Ability to work effectively in a multitasking environment and work constructively under pressure
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions
• Exceptional leadership skills with a sense of urgency and strong aptitude
• Ability to make sound and timely decisions
• Ability to work with minimum supervision
• Excellent written, communication and presentation skills
• Must be organized and detail oriented
• Ability to effectively communicate with all levels of organization
• Ability to pass a drug screen and background check

Education/Relevant Experience/ Skills

• Bachelor’s Degree in Occupational Health & Safety, or related discipline
• 2 – 4 years of experience as an Environmental, Health & Safety role in a manufacturing environment - Preferably in sheet metal and HVAC
• Comfortable in a team oriented environment
• Working knowledge of Federal and State OSHA safety and health regulations
• Experience with implementation and administration of Behavioral Bases Safety programs
• First Aid and CPR Certification

Work Environment

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles, extreme heat, extreme cold and dust. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud.

Qualifications

ABOUT PRICE INDUSTRIES

We are the forefront leader in non-residential air distribution products across North America. We are committed to nurturing passionate and adaptable individuals who will play pivotal roles in shaping our future. After 75 years, Price remains a privately held family company with a deep heritage and commitment to innovation and service and social responsibility. Our long-standing vision, values, and the Price way of doing business are the cornerstones of our company.

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We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

THIRD PARTY RECRUITING AGENCIES

Please be advised that Price Industries is NOT currently engaging third-party recruiting services. Any resumes submitted without a signed contract dated on or after January 2025 from Price Industries Human Resources department will be considered the property of Price Industries, with no fee obligation. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation in this matter.