Safety Specialist

Location: Rock Island

Job Description VICTAULICSafety Specialist Rock Island, TN — On-Site Full-Time Environmental, Health & Safety This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

ABOUT VICTAULICVictaulic, headquartered in Easton, Pennsylvania, is the global leader in mechanical pipe joining solutions, delivering advanced technologies and engineering services to address complex piping challenges faced by engineers, site owners and contractors. Since 1919, our innovative solutions have improved construction productivity and reduced risks, ensuring projects are completed safely, on time, and within budget. With over 6,000 employees spanning 50+ locations worldwide, our teams are dedicated to delivering advanced technologies and engineering expertise that address real-world challenges across a wide range of industries.

Our sustainable solutions, made from high quality, graded scrap steel, promote circular construction by making piping systems infinitely reconfigured and minimizing environmental impact. Today, our high-quality products are used in more than 140 countries, supporting some of the world's most critical and prestigious structures.

An Industry Leader With a Heart as Big as Its Ambition and Innovation At Victaulic, we're committed to constructing a better world for and with our people.

Let's Build a Better World Together.

Our commitment to our people is built on four pillars:

We build from within.

We stand behind our people.

We foster an environment for constant learning.

We engineer change for a more stable and sustainable world.

YOUR IMPACT STARTS HEREWe're seeking a highly skilled and experienced Safety Specialist to lead the day-to-day safety operations at our Tennessee facility. This role is crucial in fostering a world-class culture of safety, driving continuous improvement in our safety practices, and ensuring compliance with all safety plans, policies, procedures, and regulations.

WHAT YOU'LL BUILD & OWNSafety Program Leadership Chair the facility Safety Committee, leading safety initiatives and improvement efforts across the site Monitor, develop, and, in some cases, lead safety training to ensure all employees are well-informed and the company remains compliant with safety regulations

Monitor and stay current on government safety regulations and industry best practices, ensuring the facility complies with local, national, and company safety requirements

Contribute to the development and implementation of safety policies and procedures, providing input and support to align with company needs and standards

Incident & Risk Management Oversee the management and thorough investigation of safety incidents to identify root causes and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence

Facilitate and enhance the hazard identification and elimination program to proactively manage and mitigate potential risks

Support incident response efforts and coordinate with emergency services as necessary

Reporting & Compliance Prepare and present safety reports to upper management, highlighting key metrics, trends, and areas of concern

Represent the company during government audits/inspections, ensuring all regulatory requirements are met and any findings are addressed

Manage safety-related documentation, ensuring all records are accurately maintained and easily accessiblePPE & Workplace Engagement Oversee the proper use and management of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), ensuring employees are equipped with the necessary safety gear and trained on its proper use Maintain a visible presence in the workplace to engage with employees, provide guidance on safety matters, and promote a culture of safety awareness and accountability;

monitor the workplace for compliance with safety regulations and company policies

Cross-Functional & Environmental Support Collaborate with other departments and leaders to integrate safety considerations into all aspects of operations

Ensure equipment and machinery are safe and compliant by participating in design, review, and installation processes

Assist with and facilitate, when needed, routine environmental tasks such as taking samples, maintaining data, or coordinating waste shipmentsWHAT YOU BRINGA…