Safety Manager

Porter W. Yett Company is a leading construction firm specializing in asphalt & recycled material, soil stabilization projects, asphalt milling projects, and heavy haul transportation. We are committed to maintaining the highest safety standards and fostering a culture where every employee goes home safely each day. Position Overview This position is responsible for managing and coordinating all organization safety activities and programs to ensure a safe, healthy, and accident-free work environment for all employees, developing and implementing accident prevention programs. Essential Job Functions Develops, implements, and monitors safety programs to reduce frequency of accidents and injuries; assists in minimizing overall workers’ compensation costs. Plans, implements, communicates, and monitors safety policies and procedures in compliance with local, state, and federal OSHA rules and regulations. Audits various safety program elements of effectiveness; schedules and performs safety inspections; identifies issues and develops corrective action plans. Supervises, controls, and monitors fire prevention and firefighting activities. Investigates all accidents and injuries; recommends and/or coordinates corrective actions. Develops and implements safety training programs designed to instruct employees in general safe work practices plus specific instruction with regard to hazards unique to any job assignment; provides training for new employees. Maintains thorough knowledge of federal and state OSHA regulations and web sites; maintains up-to-date knowledge of safety codes and regulations; distributes and/or posts new or revised safety standards that affect the company. Reviews and responds to OSHA inquiries. Identifies potential safety hazards at all facilities; reports hazards and recommendations for eliminating/reducing to management. Coordinates with other departments on design and construction of new equipment, facilities, and work methods to ensure compliance with safety policies and regulations. Encourages employees and supervisors to report all unsafe conditions immediately and schedules or coordinates repairs as soon as possible. Encourages employees and supervisors to report any injury that occurs on the job, even a slight cut or strain, immediately. Maintains records for statistical measurement and conformance to standard practices of the safety industry. Prepares and maintains required safety reports. Performs other related duties as assigned by management. NOTE: The equipment and machinery are subject to change to meet the needs and requirements of the job as well as align and comply with industry trends and enhancements. Work Environment The work environment characteristics described below are representative of those that an employee might encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. Work is mostly performed in an office setting. Some work is performed outdoors in all weather conditions. This work environment may expose the employee to high noise and dust typically associated with a construction project or shop. Employee may work on and near heavy equipment and moving machinery when needed. Employee is potentially exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts and vibration. Position Type and Expected Hours of Work This is a full-time position. 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 the job. Frequently required to stand. Frequently required to walk. Frequently required to sit. Frequently required to utilize hand and finger dexterity. Occasionally required to climb, balance, bend, stoop, kneel or crawl. Frequently required to talk or hear. Frequently works near moving mechanical parts. Occasionally works in high, precarious places. Frequently works around fumes, airborne particles, or hazardous chemicals. Frequently exposed to outside weather conditions. While performing the duties of this job, the noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. (Either naturally or with correction) Maintain constant alertness to the multiple concurrent activities of the shop/yard/construction site, including the activities of other employees and contractors, the operation of stationary equipment, and the movement of mobile equipment. Qualifications Bachelor's Degree (BA) from four-year college or university, or one to two years of related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience. Certificates, licenses and registrations required: Certified Safety Professional or similar form of licensure. Computer skills required: Internet Software; Spreadsheet Software (Excel); Word Processing Software (Word); Electronic Mail Software (Outlook); Presentation software (PowerPoint); Other skills required: Deep understanding of legal health and safety guidelines specific to road construction, asphalt batch plants, rock crushing machinery, and commercial trucking. Ability in producing reports and developing relevant policies. Good knowledge of data analysis and risk assessment. Excellent organizational and motivational skills. Outstanding attention to detail and observation ability. Exceptional communication and interpersonal abilities. Competencies Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment; Manages competing demands; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events. Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time; Ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; Arrives at meetings and appointments on time. Business Acumen - Understands business implications of decisions; Displays orientation to profitability; Demonstrates knowledge of market and competition; Aligns work with strategic goals. Change Management - Develops workable implementation plans; Communicates changes effectively; Builds commitment and overcomes resistance; Prepares and supports those affected by change; Monitors transition and evaluates results. Cost Consciousness - Works within approved budget; Develops and implements cost saving measures; Contributes to profits and revenue; Conserves organizational resources. Customer Service - Manages difficult or emotional customer situations; Responds promptly to customer needs; Solicits customer feedback to improve service; Responds to requests for service and assistance; Meets commitments. Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments; Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals; Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan. Design - Generates creative solutions; Translates concepts and information into images; Uses feedback to modify designs; Applies design principles; Demonstrates attention to detail. Ethics - Treats people with respect; Keeps commitments; Inspires the trust of others; Works with integrity and ethically; Upholds organizational values. Initiative - Volunteers readily; Undertakes self-development activities; Seeks increased responsibilities; Takes independent actions and calculated risks; Looks for and takes advantage of opportunities; Asks for and offers help when needed. Innovation - Displays original thinking and creativity; Meets challenges with resourcefulness; Generates suggestions for improving work; Develops innovative approaches and ideas; Presents ideas and information in a manner that gets others' attention. Interpersonal Skills - Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; Maintains confidentiality; Listens to others without interrupting; Keeps emotions under control; Remains open to others' ideas and tries new things. Judgement - Displays willingness to make decisions; Exhibits sound and accurate judgment; Supports and explains reasoning for decisions; Includes appropriate people in decision-making process; Makes timely decisions. Leadership - Exhibits confidence in self and others; Inspires and motivates others to perform well; Effectively influences actions and opinions of others; Accepts feedback from others; Gives appropriate recognition to others. Managing People - Includes staff in planning, decision-making, facilitating and process improvement; Takes responsibility for subordinates' activities; Makes self-available to staff; Provides regular performance feedback; Develops subordinates' skills and encourages growth; Solicits and applies customer feedback (internal and external); Fosters quality focus in others; Improves processes, products and services; Continually works to improve supervisory skills. Motivation - Sets and achieves challenging goals; Demonstrates persistence and overcomes obstacles; Measures self against standard of excellence; Takes calculated risks to accomplish goals. Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; Listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions; Demonstrates group presentation skills; Participates in meetings. Organizational Support - Follows policies and procedures; Completes administrative tasks correctly and on time; Supports organization's goals and values; Benefits organization through outside activities; Supports affirmative action and respects diversity. Planning/Organizing - Prioritizes and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently; Plans for additional resources; Sets goals and objectives; Organizes or schedules other people and their tasks; Develops realistic action plans. Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in group problem solving situations; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics. Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; Accepts responsibility for own actions; Follows through on commitments. Project Managemen - Develops project plans; Coordinates projects; Communicates changes and progress; Completes projects on time and budget; Manages project team activities. Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; Determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly. Strategic Thinking - Develops strategies to achieve organizational goals; Understands organization's strengths & weaknesses; Analyzes market and competition; Identifies external threats and opportunities; Adapts strategy to changing conditions. 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; Able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; Supports everyone's efforts to succeed. Technical Skills - Assesses own strengths and weaknesses; Pursues training and development opportunities; Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills; Shares expertise with others. Written Communication - Writes clearly and informatively; Edits work for spelling and grammar; Varies writing style to meet needs; Presents numerical data effectively; Able to read and interpret written information. Other Considerations Please note that this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Porter W. Yett Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Porter W. Yett Company offers competitive benefits and 401K with company match. #J-18808-Ljbffr Porter W Yett