EHS SAFETY COORDINATOR

Wells is one of the largest prefabricated building solution providers with locations across the central U.S., providing meaningful work in many different regions. We are a family-owned company that has celebrated 70 years of success. At the end of the day, we are a team of creators. Our 1,300 employees across the U.S. play an important role as catalysts, constructors, and community members. They are committed to reducing risk, building confidence, and deliberately planning for partners’ success — from vision through construction and beyond. Every day, more architects, engineers, contractors, developers, and owners specify Wells precast building components for their construction needs and with this continued success, we are looking to hire a motivated self-starting EHS Safety Coordinator to join our team. The right candidate must be a problem-solver, have strong communication skills, and also be willing and ready to learn. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Stay up-to-date on current environmental, health and safety regulations, maintaining knowledge of emerging issues and trends in safety. Build a safety culture and hold employees at all levels accountable for demonstrating behaviors that embrace the safety culture. Educate all levels of employees on Wells’ safety standards and expectations. Create Safety Committee agenda and lead monthly Safety Committee meetings. Perform Job Safety Analyses and audits and implement changes accordingly. Provide OSHA compliance and other safety training and maintain records to comply with all OSHA guidelines. Provide new hire orientation for new employees. Immediately rectify unsafe acts, as well as recognize behaviors to reinforce their repetition. Manage job-related injuries to ensure the injured employee receives proper medical treatment. Manage workers compensation cases as needed. Complete accident investigations to drive out root cause and eliminate from future occurrences. Assist in ensuring all environmental permits are current. Ensure spills are managed per internal policy and reported as required. Assist with SDS files and updates as needed. Provide field safety support as needed to ensure compliance with policies and regulations. Provide recommendations for improving safety in the workplace.

EDUCATION, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

High school diploma required. 2-3 years safety support or related administrative experience preferred. Associates degree in related field preferred. Experience using data-based systems, i.e. learning management software, or other relational databases. Spanish language skills highly desirable. Working knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, OneNote, and SharePoint. Ability to communicate effectively and work as a part of a departmental and cross-functional team. Strong interpersonal and problem-solving skills required. Ability to self-manage and self-motivate. Capable of working under pressure and deadlines. Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information. Excellent organizational skills.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/ ADA ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Ability to sit or stand for extended periods of time. Manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination for typing, filing, and using office equipment. Visual acuity and ability to read small print. Hearing acuity and ability to communicate effectively with others. Ability to lift and move office supplies and equipment. Mobility and ability to move around the office as needed.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Moderate risk of exposure to unusual elements. Moderate risk of safety precautions. Moderate exposure to production environment. Travel as needed. Must be capable of climbing, bending, kneeling, squatting, sitting, walking (flat and uneven surfaces). This position profile identifies the key responsibilities and expectations for performance. It cannot encompass all specific job tasks that an employee may be required to perform. Employees are required to follow any other job-related instructions and perform job-related duties as may be assigned by their supervisor. Wells is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, gender identity, disability, or protected Veteran status.

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