Safety Corrdinator

Job Title: Safety Coordinator

Location: Daleville Virginia (on-Site)

Department: Environmental Health & Safety

Reports To: Environmental Health and Safety Manager

About Us:  Munters is a global leader in climate solutions for mission-critical processes. We offer innovative, efficient and sustainable solutions for customers in industries where controlling indoor humidity, temperature and energy efficiency is mission-critical. Climate control systems often account for a large percentage of the energy consumption in many of our customers’ operations. With an optimal climate system, we can help them to more efficiently use energy or water resources, and thereby reduce their climate and environmental impact. Sustainability is an important part of Munters’ business strategy and value creation. We pride ourselves on fostering a dynamic and inclusive work environment where our employees are valued members of the team and are given meaningful projects to work on.

Job Summary:

This position will assist in implementing safety programs, ensuring regulatory compliance, and promoting a safe workplace for all employees. This position is an excellent opportunity for someone interested in a career in occupational health and safety within the manufacturing industry.

Key Responsibilities:

• Safety Program Support: Assist in the development, implementation, and maintenance of safety programs and procedures to ensure a safe working environment.
• Risk Assessments: Participate in conducting safety audits, hazard assessments, and job safety analyses to identify potential safety risks and recommend corrective actions.
• Training: Help coordinate and deliver safety training programs for employees, including topics such as personal protective equipment (PPE), emergency procedures, and safe work practices.
• Inspections: Conduct routine safety inspections of the facility to ensure compliance with company safety policies and OSHA regulations.
• Incident Investigation: Assist with investigating workplace accidents, near misses, and injuries, gathering data, and preparing reports to identify root causes and recommend preventive measures.
• Documentation: Maintain accurate and up-to-date safety records, logs, and reports as required by OSHA and company standards.
• Compliance Monitoring: Assist in monitoring and ensuring compliance with OSHA regulations, local safety standards, and company policies.
• Safety Improvements: Assist in recommending safety improvements and solutions to reduce accidents and injuries in the workplace.
• Employee Support: Provide safety guidance and assistance to employees, addressing safety concerns and ensuring employees follow safe work practices.

Qualifications:

• Education: A high school diploma or equivalent required. A degree or coursework in Occupational Health and Safety, Environmental Science, or a related field is a plus.
• Experience: Experience in an industrial manufacturing safety setting.  Preferred to have experience as an Emergency Medical Technician or First Responder or be willing to achieve this certification.
• Skills:
  • Strong attention to detail and ability to recognize safety hazards.
  • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Basic knowledge of OSHA regulations and safety standards is a plus.
  • Basic knowledge of Job Hazard Analysis is a plus
  • Ability to use Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
  • Medical training to level of First Responder or Emergency Medical Technician.
• Personal Attributes:
  • Strong problem-solving skills and proactive attitude.
  • Commitment to promoting a safe and healthy work environment.
  • Willingness to learn and grow within the safety field.

Working Conditions:

• Work is typically performed in a manufacturing facility environment, which may involve exposure to various hazards and noise levels. Frequently requiring to stand, walk, bend, crouch, kneel, squat, etc
• Personal protective equipment (PPE) will be required while on the shop floor.
• Occasionally lift and move up to 75 lbs.

Training Requirements:

• Standard Munters Orientation
• All Internal Safety Trainings
• OSHA 10 and OSHA 30
• First Responder or EMT Certifications

Equal Opportunity Employer: We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. 
All offers are contingent on a pre-employment drug test and background check, as applicable for the position.