Zero Harm Coordinator

Job Responsibilities

Implements procedures focused on ensuring and improving the safety and health of workers and their surroundings. These processes play a significant role in achieving and maintaining the overall safety and environmental goals of the organization. Focuses on the relationships between people and their environment; promotes human health and well-being; and fosters healthy and safe communities.

Ensure facility safety policies and procedures are in full compliance with corporate, local, state, and federal rules & regulations

Serve as ambassador of the Koppers Zero Harm Program both locally and at the corporate level

Experience in developing and implementing safety programs and policies

Maintain requisite files and records

Mentor/coach hourly employees at facility in safe methods and correct procedures for accomplishing daily assigned tasks

Participate in behavioral based observation program

Coordinate on-site inspections to audit physical conditions and safe work practices

Administer the Safe Permit to Work program

Manage company safety policies and OSHA compliance programs

Evaluate Health and Safety methods, policies, procedures and programs

Coordinate and engage with the site Safety Committee

Execute safety training

Establish and supervise an employee-based safety committee.

Manage OSHA compliance programs

Research regulatory requirements, industry standards and best practices

Confidentially handle records and follow policy on information release

Periodically inspect facility to detect existing or potential accident and health hazards, determines corrective or preventative measures where needed and follow up to ensure measures have been implemented.

Lead the investigation of accidents and injuries

Order safety gear and supplies for workplace

Stay up to date on state and federal health & safety regulations

Conducts emergency drills to gauge site & employee readiness

Consult with site managers regarding the implementation of new safety procedures

Address any workplace-related health issues and accidents

Compile and submit accident reports required by regulatory agencies

Oversee the administration of workers' compensation program, including working with the insurance carrier to reduce employee lost time

Coordinate with Corporate Safety & Culture and Engagement in the onboarding process for newly hired employees

Conduct contractor safety training and assist in monitoring contractor work at the facility for safety compliance

Performs other duties as assigned

Candidate Qualifications/ Requirements

SHE (Safety, Health, and Environment) related degree or;

Other college degree with 1-2 years SHE related experience or;

>5 years relevant SHE work experience.

Hands-on work ethic with the proficiency to put the health and well-being of our employees, environment and community first in an industrial atmosphere

Comfortable managing/coaching/mentoring at the plant floor level

Previous work experience in the health and safety field is required

Excellent organizational skills

Computer proficiency with Word, Excel and PowerPoint

Ability to work in a team environment is a must

Strong leadership, communication, and training skills

Attention to detail and problem-solving abilities

Management experience preferred

Koppers Inc. and its subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other category or characteristic protected by federal law, state, or local law.