Safety Engineer at CaptiveAire Systems in Redding, CA

Summary: CaptiveAire Systems is a leading manufacturer of commercial kitchen ventilation systems, providing integrated HVAC solutions. The Safety Engineer will assist in developing and implementing safety projects and programs to ensure a safe work environment for all employees. Responsibilities: - Report to the plant Safety Manager and perform tasks as directed with the highest level of transparency - Assist in development and implementation of new safety projects and programs - Develop and maintain all training programs and safeguards for new equipment/process - Research and procure items needed for plant safety improvements - Organize and maintain all new hire safety training and compliance acknowledgments - Conduct and maintain all annual training, including forklift driving certifications, first-aid certifications, LOTO (Lock Out Tag Out) certifications, etc) - Understand and reference all applicable OSHA regulations - Ensure plant is OSHA compliant - Familiarity with all other AHJ (Authorities Having Jurisdiction) is imperative to maintain applicable compliance (NFPA, ANSI, NEC, NIOSH, etc.) - Enforce compliance of PPE and all other safe work practices to promote a positive and lasting Safety Culture - Keep plant stocked with proper safety supplies and PPE - Perform monthly plant safety audits and maintain all regulated frequent inspections - Verify routine equipment inspections are properly conducted and compliance is maintained in all areas of the plant by all employees - Ensure all safeguards are in place and working properly - Ensure all workstations and tasks are free of hazards - Conduct and report all incident investigations and determine root cause and corrective plans - First Aid response and treatment for employee injuries including transporting injured workers to seek medical treatment when needed - Guide employees through the workers compensation process alongside plant HR, maintaining records and facilitating all restrictions - Accurate and concise record keeping of all safety related documents and processes including but not limited to training records, SOPS, SDS, and OSHA abatement documents Required Qualifications: - 0-5 years' experience in a manufacturing environment with a focus on quality - 4-year technical degree mechanical or mechanical engineering technology, Fire Protection Safety Engineering technology, Environmental health and safety sciences etc - Self-starter and with solid communication - Ability to work standing for extended periods of time - Required to use ladder, forklift or other means to acquire parts for product assembly - Able to use power & hand tools, as well as electrical testing and measuring equipment - Ability to lift 35 to 50 pounds independently Preferred Qualifications: - Manufacturing experience preferred - Focus on process improvement and lean related principles (Kaizen, 5/6 S, 6 Sigma, etc.) Required Skills: OSHA compliance, Safety training development, Incident investigation Important Skills: Mechanical engineering degree, Manufacturing experience Nice-to-Have Skills: Process improvement, Communication skills, Team collaboration Benefits: Medical, dental and vision insurance, Disability & life insurance based upon election of medical insurance, 401k with employer match, Paid holidays, Paid time off (PTO) based upon tenure, Flexible spending account (FSA), Tuition reimbursement, including for Professional Engineering (PE) License, Relocation assistance