Facility EH&S Coordinator at Altec, Inc. in Burnsville, North Carolina

Job Description:

Responsibilities

PURPOSE OF POSITION:

Assists with the development, implementation, monitoring and coordination of safety and environmental programs, policies, and procedures to support the plant-wide EH&S efforts.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Performs safety walk-arounds to identify improvement opportunities and reports to safety team.
• Performs environmental walk-arounds to identify improvement opportunities.
• Performs regularly scheduled audits and inspections.
• Maintains safety files and records.
• Schedules safety medical evaluations.
• Maintains adequate levels of safety supplies.
• Coordinates and/or assists with safety and/or environmental training, including new hire orientations.
• Participates in and/or leads safety and/or environmental RCI events.
• Works on assigned projects resulting from RCI events.
• Demonstrates strong communication skills with associates, supervisors, other shifts and other departments.
• Maintains confidentiality.
• Maintains and completes any necessary documentation or paperwork.
• Limited travel may be required.
• Maintains daily time records.
• Follows established safety, environmental and quality policies, procedures and practices.
• Other job duties as assigned.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND SKILLS REQUIRED:
• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Two years of related experience required (may be hourly experience)
• Ability to read, write and comprehend required.
• Good understanding of Altec's safety and environmental policies and procedures desired.
• Basic computer knowledge required.
• General knowledge of the work performed in production desired.
• Must be willing to become First Responder.

OTHER POSITION SPECIFICATIONS:
• Assists co-workers as needed.
• On-the-job training provided.
• Maintains work area and equipment in a clean and orderly condition.
• Cleans up and disposes of any trash generated while performing job duties.

WORK ENVIRONMENT
• Depending on weather conditions, could be extreme hot or cold
• Job tasks may be inside or outside and therefore subject to unfavorable working conditions
• Electrical hazards, elevated surfaces, moving objects, chemical or dust, mechanical hazards, vibrations and noise
• Weld smoke and fumes may exist

EQUIPMENT/TOOLS

• C-clamp
• Computer
• Flow meter
• Basic hand tools (wrench, socket, hammer, pliers, etc.)
• Hose crimp
• Hydraulic jack stand
• Hydraulic pump
• Impact grinder
• Inspection tools
• Knife / Razor
• Ladder
• Lifting devices
• Manual/pneumatic impact tools
• Pressure gauge
• Sander
• Sheers
• Soldering iron
• Tape measure
• Torch
• Forklift
• Varies by job

CHEMICALS

• Acetone
• Aerosol sprays
• Caulking
• Diesel fuel
• Fiberglass
• Gasoline
• Glues
• Hydraulic oil
• Lubricants
• Martex
• Multi-purpose cleaners
• Paint
• Paint hardener
• Resins
• To-be-disposed-of hazardous waste
• Varies by job

PPE
• Hearing protection
• Safety glasses / Goggles / Face shields
• Approved safety shoes
• Respirator
• Harness
• Protective clothing

Responsibility for Safety:
• Safety In everything we do.

Responsibility to Prevent Errors:
• Ensure appropriate reviews have been performed as needed for high quality.

Communication with Others:
• Requires outside and inside contacts to carry out company policy and programs. Must often deal with matters requiring explanation, persuasion and obtaining of approvals.

Experience Level Adjustmnt

Should the selected candidate meet the qualifications of a more experienced level in the career path, the job level may be adjusted.

Benefits

Altec offers a competitive salary that rewards performance and dedication, along with a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Program
• Retirement 401(k) Traditional or Roth Program Options with Company Match
• Vacation and Holidays
• Parental Leave
• Short Term and Long Term Disability Leave
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Employee Assistance and Mental Health/Substance Abuse Program
• Life Insurance, Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance
• Supplemental Insurance including Hospital Indemnity, Critical Illness and Accident Insurance
• Additional Wellness Programs and Rewards Available

If you're considering a career with Altec,there's never been a better time to join us! Our company was founded on values that place the customer first and prioritize our people as our greatest strength. Over the years, those values and our talented associates have helped us to earn the trust and confidence of customers worldwide. Today, Altec is an innovative, financially sound company that sets the standard of excellence in design,manufacturing and service - and that's why we're the ideal place for you to grow your career.

Founded in 1929, Altec is a privately held company headquartered in Birmingham, Alabama. Altec specializes in the manufacture, sale and service of aerial devices, digger derricks, cranes and specialty equipment for the electric utility, telecommunications, tree care, construction, and light and signs markets. We help our customers dig deeper and reach higher in more than 100 countries around the world.

EEO Statement

Altec Industries, Inc. and its affiliates are equal opportunity employers and maintain affirmative action plans to recruit, retain, develop, and promote qualified individuals without unlawful consideration of race, gender, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, citizenship status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Altec strives to maintain a work environment free from unlawful discrimination and harassment, where associates are treated with respect and dignity.