Company Description

Making a difference in the world by reducing carbon emissions and improving access to clean energy with every module we make.

Our purpose is to make a difference in the world by reducing carbon emissions and improving access to clean energy with every module we make.

At Silfab Solar, the energy of our people is the power behind our success. Our employees actively shape the solar innovations of tomorrow, while adhering to the highest ethical operating standards and promoting a respectful and safe workplace for our diverse workforce.

Our state-of-the art facilities in the US and Canada engineer and design the latest generation of solar products and utilize advanced manufacturing technology to produce high-efficiency PV cells and modules intended to outperform the market. As a profitable and rapidly expanding company in one of the fastest-growing sectors in the renewable energy industry, Silfab provides you with an incredible opportunity to build your career and contribute to a sustainable future. We are committed to investing in our employees, providing a dynamic and supportive environment for learning and professional growth. We offer competitive pay, generous benefits, and opportunities for advancement, but more importantly, we offer you the ability to make a real difference in the world.

Together we can create a brighter, cleaner future for generations to come.

Job Description

Summary of Position

The Health and Safety Specialist is responsible for ensuring activities comply with local, state, and federal health and safety guidelines and procedures to support a diverse workforce. The Health and Safety Specialist will provide the guidance to ensure employees have the resources, tools, and knowledge to keep themselves safe.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Comply with federal, state, and local occupational health and safety (OHS) regulations.
• Inspect worksites and review working conditions.
• Document reports of occurrences and record statistical information.
• Develop and implement OHS training programs.
• Intervene to stop any acts of processes which are unsafe or do not comply with OHS guidelines.
• Implement preventative measures to ensure unsafe processes are not repeated.
• Ensure all personnel follow all personal safety precautions (protective glasses, gloves, hardhats, etc.)
• Providing training and educational opportunities for production associates and other relevant personnel in coordination with appropriate department personnel
• Conducting and reviewing post-accident and safety violation investigations pursuant to company policies and procedures as well as state laws and regulations.
• Update procedures and policies for new regulations or local ordinances
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Skills

• Bilingual (English/Spanish).
• Ability to identify potential hazards and assess risks in various work. environments, considering factors such as machinery, chemicals, ergonomics, and workplace layout.
• Expertise in conducting thorough investigations into accidents, incidents, and near-misses.
• Ability to analyze safety data, track trends, and use metrics to measure the effectiveness of safety programs and identify areas for improvement.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Knowledge of emergency response planning.
• Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Excel).

Traits

• Detailed oriented.
• Critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Adaptability to adjust safety strategies to meet changing organizational needs and industry trends.
• Initiative in taking proactive steps towards identifying safety improvement opportunities.

Education and/or Experience

• Experience working in a diverse, multi-line, multi-shift manufacturing environment.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience in comprehensive workplace safety and compliance programs.
• Knowledge of state and local statutes and ordinances on fire safety and prevention, loss control, hazardous chemicals, building, electrical, noise, pollution, and the environment.

Additional Information

Compensation and Benefits

• Competitive wages ($25-35/hour DOE)
• Paid Time Off (vacation, sick, and holiday)
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance Plans
• Health Savings Account option
• Supplemental/Voluntary Insurance Plans
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Employee Recognition Programs
• Employee PV Panel Purchase Program