Safety Coordinator

Position Summary: The Safety and Risk Coordinator plays a critical role at Basden Steel, ensuring a safe working environment within our steel fabrication facilities. This position is responsible for implementing, monitoring, and improving workplace health and safety programs, ensuring compliance with OSHA and other regulatory standards, and promoting a strong safety culture across all departments. Key Responsibilities: Conduct regular safety inspections, audits, and risk assessments and management on the shop floor and in fabrication areas. Manage Worker's Comp claims. Being able to travel to multiple locations. Ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, NFPA, and local safety regulations. Lead incident investigations, track near misses, and implement corrective/preventative actions. Facilitate safety training for new hires, temporary employees, and ongoing workforce certifications (e.g., forklift, CPR/First Aid, PPE use and forklift operations). Monitor and enforce proper use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). Manage and updates Safety Hazards, Lockout/Tagout procedure. Maintain accurate records of injuries, training, inspections, and incident reports. Serve as the primary point of contact for regulatory agency visits (e.g., OSHA, fire department, EPA) and assist during audits or inspections. Coordinate with supervisors and department leads to ensure safety measures are integrated into daily operations. Participate in or lead Safety Committee meetings and contribute to continuous improvement efforts. Required Qualifications: Bilingual in (English and Spanish) mandatory. High school diploma or equivalent required; Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Occupational Safety, Industrial Hygiene, or related field preferred. 3+ years of safety experience in an industrial or fabrication environment (steel or metal fabrication highly preferred). Strong knowledge of OSHA 1910 general industry regulations and applicable ANSI, NFPA, and EPA standards. Proven experience conducting training, audits, and incident investigations. Excellent verbal and written communication skills and Microsoft proficient with Excel, Word, Outlook, Power Point Strong attention to detail, with the ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks under pressure. Preferred Qualifications: OSHA 30-Hour Certification (or ability to obtain within 60 days). First Aid/CPR and Forklift Train-the-Trainer certification. Familiarity with safety management systems (SMS) or EHS software platforms & Learning Management System (LMS) Work Environment: This role requires regular presence on the plant floor in a heavy industrial environment (noise, heat, dust, large equipment). Must be able to wear appropriate PPE and perform walk-throughs of all production areas, including elevated work platforms and confined spaces. May require occasional travel between plant locations or to attend training events. Physical Requirements: Ability to stand, walk, climb ladders, and move throughout the facility for extended periods. Lift up to 40 lbs occasionally. Tolerance to various environmental conditions (noise, heat, metal dust, etc. Employment is contingent on passing background check and drug screen. #J-18808-Ljbffr