Lead, Safety

Lead, Safety

A leader in technology and innovation, Southwire Company, LLC is one of North America's largest wire and cable producers. Southwire and its subsidiaries manufacture building wire and cable, utility products, metal-clad cable, portable and electronic cord products, OEM wire products and engineered products. In addition, Southwire supplies assembled products, contractor equipment, electrical components, hand tools and jobsite power and lighting solutions. The company also offers digital solutions including contractor planning and utility grid resiliency as well as field services including cable testing, rejuvenation and replacement to support our customers as a value-add partner. We are proud to offer competitive compensation, employee benefits, tuition reimbursement and unlimited growth opportunities. Our more than seven decades of progressive growth can be attributed to our determination to developing innovative systems and solutions, exercising environmental stewardship and enhancing the well-being of the communities in which we work and live.

Location: Dallas Fort-Worth Shift: 1st Pay Rate: $27.63 $29.20

Job Description Summary

Safety Lead will provide assistance to the Dallas-Fort Worth DC EHS Manager. Strives to maintain a Culture of Zero through administration and implementation of policies and procedures that promote a healthy and safe work environment. Supports facility with compliance and upkeep of Federal OSHA, state, and local authorities and company-wide safety initiatives.

Description of Duties and Responsibilities

• Support, maintain, and enforce workplace health and safety to sustain a Culture of Zero.
• Assist in preparing and enforcing policies to maintain a culture of health and safety.
• Assist in creating processes that identify, evaluate, and control hazards in the workplace.
• Ensure facility and management awareness of current and pending regulatory requirements, permit conditions, and other restrictions legally imposed by federal, state, and local authorities.
• Support facility in preparation of OSHA Voluntary Protection Program (VPP)
• Provide and track all EHS training to comply with applicable OSHA and company requirements.
• Implement and maintain required OSHA and company compliance programs/processes.
• Provide industrial hygiene support as needed.
• Assist in the development and implementation of new health and safety programs as well as necessary reviews of existing programs.
• Support Growing Green efforts at the facility.
• Serve as Assistant Emergency Responses for the facility, assisting with the coordination of emergency services and contractors/vendors/visitors.
• Cultivate positive relationships with all levels of the organization.
• Must be self-motivated and detail oriented to identify potential opportunities and threats in the workplace.
• Must have the ability to analyze data, provide solutions and implement effective changes.
• Additional assignments and responsibilities as requested.

Qualifications and Experience Requirements

• High school diploma, or equivalent, is required.
• Bachelor's or associate degree or equivalent is a plus.
• Certified in OSHA 10 or 30 General Industry is a plus.
• Certified in First Responder First Aid, CPR, AED, and Bloodborne Pathogen is a plus.
• Must have good work and attendance record. (No active written discipline on file)
• Basic P.C. skills including Outlook, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint are required.
• Ability to function and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced operating environment is critical.
• Must be able to interface and communicate effectively within the organization, including public speaking.
• Ability to learn quickly and adapt to a changing business environment.
• Must be able to follow written and verbal instructions explicitly.
• Must be familiar with warehouse operation's processes and procedures.
• Must be able to handle stress caused to meet deadlines with tight scheduling requirements.
• Must be able to shift priorities easily.
• Must be able to work well with others.
• Must have responsible work habits.

Benefits We Offer: 401k with Matching & Pension Plan (Eligible for Pension after 1,000 Hours Worked) Family and Individual Insurance Packages (Health, Life, Dental, and Vision) Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays Long & Short-Term Disability Supplemental Insurance Plans Employee Assistance Program Employee Referral Program Tuition Reimbursement Programs Advancement & Professional Growth opportunities Parental Leave & More

Southwire is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.