HR Safety Coordinator

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Paul Reed Smith Guitars, one of the world's premier guitar and amplifier manufacturers located in Stevensville, MD is seeking a dynamic individual to fill the full-time position of Safety Coordinator.

Summary:

The primary goal is maintaining and monitoring the organizations safety and health program to assure compliance with OSHA, MOSH and local regulations. The Safety Coordinator must support and foster an environment that continually pushes safety as the top priority and is safety's biggest cheerleader. Additionally, this role provides support to the Director of Human Resources with duties associated with the Human Resource function. This position is ideal for those with entry-level safety experience.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities of the HR Safety Coordinator

Essential Functions:

• Maintains safety training files and records, including employee medical records, injury reports, doctor's notes, respirator physicals, heavy machinery documentation and driving records.
• Maintains the SDS database and chemical tracking for reporting.
• Schedules, generates agendas and takes minutes for monthly Safety Committee Meetings. Attends and runs these meetings.
• Works with the Director of Human Resources and representatives with Maryland Occupational Safety and Health (MOSH) to assure continued compliance.
• Assists in the investigation of Workers Compensation claims.
• Records incidents, injuries and OSHA recordable accidents. Prepares and posts the yearly OSHA 300 reports.
• Learns and researches OSHA and MOSH safety regulations that apply to PRS Guitars. Assists in implementing regulation changes to our safety policies, procedures and training in accordance with local, state, and federal OSHA rules and regulations.
• Organize and schedule yearly safety training calendar including but not limited to: hearing testing, lockout tagout, right to know, respirator fit testing, CPR/AED, blood borne pathogen, confined space, aerial lift training, etc.
• Planning, scheduling and executing the training of managers and employees in work site safety practices including the proper use of personal protective equipment, fire prevention, correct handling techniques for toxins, chemicals, equipment, and other materials, and other policies and procedures.
• Inspects organization facilities to detect existing or potential accident or health hazards.
• Provides information to employees about the safety program, and generates signs, posters and barriers to warn of potential and actual safety hazards.
• Run the PRS Safety Incentive program. Soliciting ideas, running the program, awarding prizes.
• Works closely with production management to maintain constant awareness towards product, process and work life quality improvements.
• Runs and oversees the vehicle fleet maintenance program
• Maintain and run the PRS Certificates of Insurance program.
• Facilitate PRS wellness events with or alongside HR team.
• Work with the Director of Human Resources and Human Resources Coordinator to ensure HR/Safety is always covered.
• Will require cross training with HR and backup when needed.

Experience Requirements and Competencies for the HR Safety Coordinator

Job Requirements & Competencies

• High attention to detail and sense of urgency
• Time-management, prioritization and organizational skills are a must
• Associates or Bachelors Degree and/or related experience in Human Resources/Safety. This position is ideal for someone new to safety.
• Manufacturing background is a plus
• Excellent Microsoft Office Skills - Outlook, Word, Excel and Publisher
• Possess creativity and flexibility to work in a fast paced priority changing environment
• Must have high level of discretion and able to maintain confidentiality at all times
• Possess excellent written and verbal communication and customer service skills
• Must love Safety!

About Us:

Since our humble beginning in 1985, PRS Guitars strives to create the highest quality instruments possible. Guitar and amplifier building are very personal things here, as most of us are dedicated players, refining our craft as builders, musicians, and artists of all kinds. Our deep commitment to the craft and our culture of quality are what drives PRS in the workplace and the marketplace.

We are a unique bunch with passion, deeply-rooted culture, and an every maturing understanding of the instrument, so if you are looking for an exciting career opportunity within a fast-paced and dynamic organization, PRS could be a great fit for you! Being located on Kent Island gives you the best of both worlds within Maryland. And, we are less than a mile from the Chesapeake Bay Bridge, which makes commuting a snap regardless of which side of the bridge you call home.

Benefits:

• Choose between one of three health insurance plans, with a health savings account and/or flexible spending account
• Medical Coverage (3 Plans Options)
• Dental Coverage (2 Plan Options)
• Vision Coverage
• Company-paid life insurance
• Company-paid long term and short-term disability
• Voluntary life insurance for the employee, spouse and all dependents
• 401K plan with match
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Employee guitars and discounts on PRS gear and apparel
• We like to have FUN! Parties, Art Shows, Onsite Yoga & other wellness activities, Game Nights, Movie Nights, Employee Band Concerts are just a few examples of our Fun Calendar!