Safety Coordinator - LOTO
Location: De Soto, Kansas
Division: Enerfab Power & Industrial
Reports To: Site Safety Manager
Hourly, Non-Exempt: $38 - $40/hour
Summary:
The Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) Coordinator/Technician is responsible for implementing and managing the organization's lockout/tagout program to ensure the safety of employees when servicing or maintaining equipment. The role involves developing procedures, training employees, and ensuring compliance with OSHA standards and company policies.
MUST HAVE Certifications:
- OSHA 510 or similar safety certifications.
- LOTO-specific training certification.
- NFPA70(e) training required
Program Management:
- Develop, maintain, and update LOTO procedures for all applicable equipment and processes.
- Ensure compliance with OSHA 29 CFR 1910.147, NFPA70(e) and other relevant safety regulations.
- Conduct regular audits of LOTO programs and procedures to ensure effectiveness.
- Train employees and contractors on LOTO policies, procedures, and best practices.
- Serve as the point of contact for LOTO-related questions and issues.
- Communicate program changes and updates to relevant personnel.
- Oversee the proper application of LOTO procedures during maintenance or servicing activities
- Verify the use of approved locks, tags, and devices.
- Monitor and document compliance with LOTO protocols
- Maintain an inventory of LOTO devices, locks, and tags.
- Ensure all LOTO equipment is inspected regularly and replaced as needed.
- Assist in investigating incidents or near misses related to LOTO.
- Develop corrective actions to prevent future occurrences.
Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent; additional safety training or certifications (e.g., OSHA 30-Hour, First Aid/CPR) is a plus.
- 2 - 3 years of prior safety or EHS experience in a construction or industrial environment.
- Basic understanding of safety regulations and best practices.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work in a team environment and interact with diverse personnel.
- Attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
- Willingness to learn and adapt to a safety-oriented role.
Work Environment:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Physical Requirements While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands or fingers, handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl, and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, and sit. The employee must be able to lift 25 to 50 pounds and may occasionally need to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
This job description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment. This job description is not intended and should not be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts, or work conditions associated with the job. Furthermore, the employer reserves the right to revise or change job duties and responsibilities as the need arises.
We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or status as a protected veteran or any other protected class under federal, state, or local law.
In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S.