POSITION: Bilingual Safety Coordinator (English/Spanish) LOCATION: LaPlatte, NE PAY RANGE: Based on experience ($65,000) GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES: The Safety Coordinator position is responsible for maintaining a safe and secure environment associated with the production of precast/prestressed concrete. By spearheading safety initiatives, driving compliance and fostering a culture of safety excellence, this position will move us toward the overall goal of an accident-free work environment. ESSENTIAL DUTIES: · Monitor and enforce safety procedures and regulations to maintain a secure work environment · Ensure the company complies with all environmental laws and regulations · Develop, implement, and maintain programs to identify and correct unsafe work conditions · Provide oversight of programs through personal on-site inspections · Conduct regular safety training sessions for new hires, employees, and subcontractors onsite · Identify specific training needs and develop tailored programs to address those needs · Investigate incidents thoroughly, identify root causes, and develop corrective action plans · Coordinate safety training and educate employees on best practices · Maintain all employee training documentation · Organize a forum for active employee participation in all areas of safety · Administer appropriate first aid to employees · Contribute to the team effort by working closely with management and employees · Maintain safety and first aid supplies, equipment, and software · Secure confidential and intellectual information · Perform all occupational safety and hazard procedures in conjunction with all essential duties KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: Knowledge of: · Environmental regulations and compliance · OSHA standards, requirements, and reporting · Compliance with, and enforcement of, applicable Federal and State Regulations and Laws, including recordkeeping · The manufacture of precast/prestressed concrete · Operational procedures as related to Safety · Occupational hazards and proper safety precautions Skills in: · Employee relations · Leadership and organization · Microsoft Word and Excel · Oral and written communication (English and Spanish) · Time management and prioritization WORK ENVIRONMENT: Employee may be exposed to: · Moving mechanical/electrical parts and equipment · Fumes or airborne particles · Vibration · Metal preservatives · Oils and greases · Loud noise · Heat/cold/wet conditions MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS · 5 years of safety experience in the General and/or Construction industry · Must have extensive knowledge of OSHA safety processes and guidelines and Worker’s Compensation regulations · Must have successfully completed OSHA General Industry 30 hr. training course · Must be CPR and First Aid certified (Trainer certification is a plus) · Ability to identify known/potential exposures and recommend corrective actions · Ability to work collaboratively across teams and departments · Strong organizational and critical thinking skills with attention to detail · Strong work ethic with a professional, positive attitude BENEFITS · Health insurance · Dental insurance · Vision insurance · Life insurance · Paid time off · Profit sharing · Tuition reimbursement EOE – Equal Opportunity Employer