Description
At IKG® we pride ourselves on being the leading manufacturer of safety flooring and access infrastructure in the US and Mexico, forging partnerships developed through our expertise in engineering applications and client experience. Our solutions have been implemented in a variety of industries and projects, from architectural structures to industrial walkways and access systems.
Position Overview: The Safety professional is responsible for driving operational excellence, workplace safety, and process efficiency throughout the production and Fabrication process. This role leads initiatives focused on improving productivity, reducing waste, enhancing product quality, and maintaining compliance with all safety and environmental regulations.
Key Responsibilities:
- Promote Safety, Health, Environmental Responsibility and Quality
- Manage large health and safety teams and budgets.
- Conduct training in health and safety management and procedures.
- Conduct audits of health and safety issues and performance.
- Participate in or lead incident investigations.
- Ensure accurate reporting and follow up of incidents.
- Support regional management in managing health and safety issues.
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in either Health/Safety sciences/engineering, Environmental sciences/engineering or other nationally recognized base level qualification in health and safety with minimum experience listed below.
- 3-5 years’ health and safety experience in either the construction, steel, metals reclamation, and/or manufacturing industries.
- Experience in conducting health and safety audits.
- Recognized certification such as CSP, CIH, etc.
- Ability to read, analyze, and interpret technical data.
- Ability to write in a clear and concise manner.
- Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions.
- Develop and deliver an effective health and safety program at the site, promoting Corporate, Divisional, and site-specific health and safety standards and work practices.
- Ensure that health and safety training is delivered to a high standard and at the right time.
- Develop programs and procedures to meet business requirements without compromising health and safety.
- Conduct site tours and audits to ensure required company procedures and best practices are being implemented at the operational level.
- Ensure that all incidents are reported and effectively investigated by operational management by providing technical support and advice and taking the lead as necessary in the most serious cases.
The above job description is a general overview of typical responsibilities and qualifications for the position of Fabrication Foreman. The specific duties and requirements may vary depending on the organization’s needs.
IKG is committed to equal employment opportunities. We recruit, employ, train, compensate, and promote without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Health/Safety sciences/engineering, Environmental sciences/engineering, or equivalent nationally recognized health and safety qualification
- 3-5 years' health and safety experience in construction, steel, metals reclamation, and/or manufacturing industries
- Experience conducting health and safety audits
- Recognized certification such as CSP, CIH, etc.
- Ability to read, analyze, and interpret technical data
- Ability to write in a clear and concise manner
- Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions
- Develop and deliver an effective health and safety program at the site
- Ensure health and safety training is delivered to a high standard and on schedule
- Develop programs and procedures to meet business requirements without compromising health and safety
- Conduct site tours and audits to ensure company procedures and best practices are implemented
- Ensure all incidents are reported and effectively investigated, providing technical support and leading serious investigations as necessary
What We Do
IKG is the world's leading manufacturer of high-quality steel and aluminum bar grating, serving major businesses throughout the industrial sector with products like safety flooring and access infrastructure.
