Safety and Operations Assistant

Safety & Operations Assistant

Location: East El Paso, TX Job Type: Position could become full time with the company $17/hr. to $20/hr. depending on experience

About the Role We are seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Safety & Operations Assistant to join our team in East El Paso. This position plays a key role in supporting daily office and operational activities while serving as the lead for all facility safety programs, compliance initiatives, audits, training, and reporting. The ideal candidate is highly organized, proactive, and committed to maintaining a safe and efficient workplace.

What We Expect:

• Demonstrate a strong sense of urgency.
• Maintain accountability and coordinate daily workflow with excellence.
• Provide timely updates to management.
• Support and maintain 5S practices to ensure a clean, organized, and tour-ready facility.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide administrative and clerical support to plant management and office operations.
• Lead the Safety Committee and MERT (First Aid) Team.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA regulations, company policies, and required documentation.
• Conduct safety audits, assessments, training, and compliance activities.
• Investigate accidents and incidents, prepare reports, identify root causes, and recommend corrective actions.
• Coordinate facility maintenance activities with contractors and vendors.
• Track operational metrics, generate reports, and update internal dashboards and displays.
• Perform data entry, filing, and recordkeeping for accounts payable, purchase orders, inventory, and employee files.
• Serve as receptionist by greeting visitors and applicants and managing office supplies.
• Communicate professionally with internal and external customers.
• Enforce company policies and procedures.
• Assist with special projects and additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Minimum of 2 years of administrative or related experience.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Strong interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to multitask and work effectively in a fast-paced environment.