Shift Safety Technician (Apple Grove, WV, US, 25502) at Nucor

Basic Job Functions:

Nucor Steel West Virginia is seeking a Shift Safety Technician that will serve as a Safety Champion for his/her assigned area and assist all other departments as needed during shift rotation across the facility.  This is a position with a high degree of autonomy and responsibility.  The responsibilities of Shift Safety Technician include but are not limited to: Maintaining the NSWV Safety Systems; interacting with all division level personnel to ensure understanding of and compliance with federal, state and local regulations; administrating the plant drug and alcohol testing program; participating in division and company safety activities, initiatives, inspections and audits; maintaining inspections on eye wash/safety showers in their assigned areas; serving as the site EMT / Emergency Medical Responder and a leader of the Emergency Response Team when onsite.  This position does require moderate physical activity such as walking around all areas of a large industrial facility, climbing industrial stairs / fixed ladders and working at an elevated location, standing for prolonged periods of time, and performing in highly stressful emergency situations.  Environmental or comfort factors must also be considered such as working in extremely hot, cold, noisy and dusty environments while wearing a hardhat, eye protection, hearing protection and metatarsal boots.  Occasionally protective clothing, respirators or SCBA’s may be required. Able to work rotating shifts, scheduled and unscheduled overtime including nights, weekends, and holidays.

Nucor Steel West Virginia is Nucor’s new sheet mill with advanced steel making capabilities and lower carbon emissions.  This is a greenfield project, which is estimated to be fully operational after two years of construction.  The new steel mill will produce up to 3 million tons per year at one of the most technologically advanced sheet mills. The Shift Safety Technician will have the opportunity to help establish the foundation for safety practices and culture at this advanced manufacturing facility in the heart of the Appalachian Mountains in close proximity to both Huntington and Charleston, WV.

Safety is the most important part of all jobs within Nucor; therefore, candidates must be able to demonstrate the ability to initiate, lead, and uphold safety policies, practices, procedures, and housekeeping standards at all times.

Minimum Qualifications:

•    2 or more years’ experience in a related field or 4-year degree in a related field
•    WV EMT or Paramedic license; or the willingness to obtain within 12 months of hire
•    High school diploma or equivalent

Preferred Qualifications:

•    A combination of education and/or demonstrated experience equivalent to a bachelor’s degree in the health & safety or related field.
•    Working experience in implementing health & safety programs, conducting incident investigations, working knowledge of health & safety regulations, and managing cross functional teams.
•    Technical expertise in health & safety functions as well as technical writing and business communications.
•    2 years of experience in a manufacturing or industrial setting.