Safety Engineer

Company: CaptiveAire
Location: Bedford
Posted on: September 16, 2023

Job Description:

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.
Responsibilities:
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.
Qualifications:
0-5 years experience
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.)
Benefits:
Paid holidays, vacation, and sick days based upon tenure
401-K with employer match
Optional medical
Disability and life insurance based upon election of medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Flexible spending account (FSA)
Relocation Assistance
Salary: Competitive base salary + monthly bonus based on productivity and profits
Captive-Aire Systems, Inc. is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We review applications for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, uniformed services, genetic information, physical or mental disability, medical condition, marital status, or any other basis prohibited by law.

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