EHS Coordinator Night Shift at Whirlwind Steel Buildings Inc – Atlanta, Georgia

Company Overview: Whirlwind Steel is a premier metal building manufacturer specializing in the design, fabrication, and delivery of top-quality metal structures. Our unwavering commitment to excellence, innovation, and customer satisfaction has positioned us as an industry leader. This has allowed us to become creators and distributors of buildings and products that people use to live, learn, worship, work, and play.

Job Summary: The Safety Coordinator is responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining safety programs to ensure a safe and compliant workplace for employees at a steel building manufacturing facility. This position involves conducting safety training, inspections, and audits while fostering a culture of safety awareness throughout the organization. The Safety Coordinator will serve as the primary resource for ensuring compliance with OSHA regulations and other relevant safety standards.

Key Responsibilities:

· Develop and maintain safety policies, procedures, and programs in compliance with OSHA and other regulatory requirements.

· Evaluate and update existing safety protocols to address new hazards or regulatory changes.

· Create site-specific safety plans tailored to manufacturing processes and materials.

· Conduct safety orientation for new hires and ongoing training for all employees.

· Ensure all shop members are utilizing the required PPE (e.g., gloves, safety glasses) correctly and consistently.

· Monitor PPE inventory and coordinate replenishment as needed.

· Conduct spot checks to reinforce PPE compliance and address non-compliance issues.

· Organize and deliver specialized training on topics such as equipment operation, hazardous material handling, and emergency response.

· Develop and distribute safety communications, including posters, newsletters, and toolbox talks.

· Perform regular inspections of the facility, equipment, and work processes to identify potential hazards.

· Monitor the performance of daily forklift, crane, and other equipment inspections to ensure compliance and operational safety.

· Investigate accidents, near misses, and unsafe conditions, identifying root causes and recommending corrective actions.

· Maintain accurate records of safety inspections, incident reports, and corrective actions.

· Attend all injured employees’ doctor visits to facilitate communication and provide support.

· Manage and monitor light-duty assignments for injured employees, ensuring compliance with medical restrictions and company policies.

· Collaborate with HR and supervisors to facilitate a smooth return-to-work process.

· Ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, and other applicable safety and environmental regulations.

· Coordinate and assist with regulatory inspections, audits, and reporting.

· Monitor and maintain safety-related documentation, including SDS (Safety Data Sheets), permits, and certifications.

· Develop and coordinate emergency response plans, including fire evacuation, chemical spills, and severe weather procedures.

· Conduct periodic drills to test emergency response readiness.

· Serve as the point of contact for employee safety concerns, suggestions, and feedback.

Benefits: This is a full-time position with competitive compensation and benefits package, including health insurance, 401(k) plan, Share Profit plan and paid time off.

Qualifications:

· 2+ years of experience in a safety role, preferably in a manufacturing or industrial environment.

· Strong knowledge of OSHA regulations, safety standards, and best practices for manufacturing.

· Must have 10-hour OSHA certification or be acquired within 6 months of employment.

· Required to have CPR & First Aid Certification within 3 months of employment.

· Relevant certifications (e.g., OSHA 30-hour, CSP, or CHST) are a plus.

· Excellent communication and training skills with the ability to engage employees at all levels.

· Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.

Location: This position is on-site at our facility located at 125 Pequanoc Dr Tallpoosa, GA 30176. Some travel is required; accompanying employees to doctor’s appointments and therapy sessions.