Safety Director

Job DetailsDivision: Nucor Yamato SteelLocation: Blytheville, AR, United StatesOther Available Locations: N/AWelcome to Nucor, where our unique culture sets us apart. Joining Nucor means becoming part of North America's largest steel and steel products manufacturer, offering unmatched career opportunities and stability. We are known for our innovative sustainability practices and are the continent's largest recycler. Our vibrant culture, built on personal connections and teamwork, empowers every team member with the freedom to innovate and contribute to our collective success. Experience a workplace where safety, efficiency, and meaningful personal connections define every day, enriching both our teammates and the communities we serve.Nucor supports its teammates with top-tier benefits like Medical, Dental, Vision, and Disability Insurance, 401K and Roth accounts, Profit sharing, Pay-for-performance bonuses, Paid parental leave, Tuition reimbursement, Stock program, Scholarships and more.Basic Job Functions:Nucor Yamato Steel is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Safety Director. This key leadership role is responsible for developing, implementing, and continuously enhancing comprehensive safety and health programs that promote a safe work environment, ensure compliance with all applicable regulatory requirements, and reinforce a culture where safety is the highest priority. The Safety Director will provide strategic leadership for the division's safety initiatives, partnering with teammates, contractors, and leadership to achieve world-class safety performance and serve as a visible and influential advocate for safety and health throughout the division and as an active member of Nucor's corporate safety team. 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.Responsibilities include but are not limited to:Leading the division's commitment to becoming the world's safest steel companyEvaluating the effectiveness of safety programs and procedures, monitoring compliance systems, identifying and mitigating risks, and driving continuous improvement across all areas of the organizationIdentifying and implementing innovative safety technologies and best practices that support continuous improvementLeading incident investigations and root cause analysesOverseeing accident and injury prevention effortsOverseeing safety recordkeeping and regulatory reporting requirementsMonitoring safety performance metrics, and preparing reports and presentations for leadershipManaging all aspects of the Safety and Health Department, including budget administration, strategic planning, long-term vision, and teammate developmentDeveloping and implementing safety policies, programs, and initiatives that drive operational excellence and regulatory compliance.Building strong relationships throughout the organization to foster engagement, accountability, and a proactive safety cultureMinimum Requirements:Minimum RequirementsBachelor's degree in Occupational Safety and Health or related field (or) four years of equivalent experience3 or more years of leadership/supervisory experience in an industrial setting, including direct responsibility for leading the safety performance of their team(s)Detailed Selection Criteria:Occupational Safety: Applies knowledge of equipment, policies, and regulations to ensure compliance and continuously improve safety of all individuals.Communication: Gives full attention to others and communicates clearly so information is understood. delivers clear and effective reports and presentations that drive safety-related action.Leadership Presence and Courage: Confidence and credibility to raise to have direct conversations on critical issues; addresses conflict constructively and head-on; steps up to hold self and others accountable for regulatory compliance, goals, and metrics.Problem Solving & Judgment/Decision Making: Identifies problems and evaluates options to choose the most appropriate solution.Coaching and Developing Others: Identifies strengths and developmental needs; coaches, mentors, and trains others to improve their skills.Teamwork: Works as part of a coordinated effort to achieve a common goal. Builds trusted partnerships with teammates, contractors, leadership, and the corporate safety team to achieve shared safety goals.Innovation & Technology Adoption: Evaluates and champions new safety programs, technologies industry best practices and technologies balancing data with practical, on-the-floor implementation and buy-in.Preferences:Certification(s) such as CSP, CHST, or OHSTKnowledge of OSHA regulations, industrial hygiene, and testing; experience with OSHA's Voluntary Protection ProgramExperience implementing or piloting safety-related technologyNucor is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a drug-free workplace