Cobalt TN Safety Technician at MBI - Malibu Boats, Inc

Description

Job Title: Safety Technician
Department: Safety
Reports To: EHS Manager
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Summary 

Supports the development and execution of safety and health initiatives to ensure a safe working environment. Assists in implementing safety policies, conducting inspections, maintaining checklists and records, and promoting compliance. Works closely with the production team to identify hazards, recommend corrective actions, and foster a culture of safety.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities 

• Provide on-site first aid to injured employees, and when necessary, transport them to designated medical facilities for further evaluation or treatment.
• Provide coverage throughout the plant in the absence of the EHS Manager
• Inspects hazardous waste Satellite Accumulation point(s) as required.
• Manage all supporting documentation for environmental, health & safety programs to assure compliance with all applicable regulations.
• Conduct required weekly, monthly, and annual safety training
• Conduct audits and implement action plans.
• Help create a culture of injury-free attitudes within the company by demonstrating honest, genuine care and passion for EHS.
• Contribute to continuous improvements for safety related incidents.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Basic understanding of hazard identification, risk assessment, and incident investigation.
• Proficient user of Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to conduct routine safety inspections to ensure compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements.
• Strong communication, training, and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Must be able to influence and motivate employees, enforce company safety policies and procedures, and recommend corrective actions.
• Must be able to work independently as well as in a collaborative team setting.
• Must be available to respond to any emergency situations related to employee and property safety.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel off-site when needed.
• CPR/First Aid certification preferred or must be willing to obtain.

Education and/or Experience:  

• High school diploma or GED Required
• Preferred or willingness to complete certification programs
  • OSHA 10
  • First Aid/CPR
  • HAZWOPER
  • RCRA
• 2+ years experience in boat manufacturing preferred or any industry setting
• Familiarity with OSHA, TDEC, TDOT regulations are desirable but will provide training
• Experience in medical response or emergency services is beneficial

Language Skills: Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and vendors.

Mathematical Skills: Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.

Reasoning Ability: Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.

Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1. Sits               4 hours
2. Stands        2 hours
3. Walks         2 hours
4. Drives          1 hours

Employee Lifts and/or Carries: 

Maximum: 50 (lbs.)                      Frequently: 5 (lbs.)                       Occasionally: 15 (lbs.)

Employee uses Hands for repetitive activities: 

1. Simple Grasping:    Right,   Occasional                    Left, Occasional
2. Pushing/Pulling:      Right,   Occasional                    Left, Occasional
3. Fine Manipulation:  Right,   Occasional                    Left, Occasional

Employee uses Feet for repetitive activities: 

1. Right: None                        Left: None

Employees are required to perform these activities: 

1. Bending At Waist:              Occasional
2. Squatting:                           Occasional
3. Climbing Ladders, Stairs:    Occasional
4. Kneeling On Ground:          Occasional
5. Reaching Above Shoulder:  Occasional

Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job (i.e., heat/cold, dust/dampness, height; chemical; noise) PPE requirements are included. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Typical 10+ hour workdays, some travel required.  Safety glasses and closed toe shoes are required when on production floor.

Competencies

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

Teamwork: Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Puts success of team above own interests; Supports everyone's efforts to succeed.

Motivation: Measures self against standard of excellence.

Quality: Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality.

Attendance/Punctuality:  Is consistently at work and on time.

Dependability: Takes responsibility for own actions