Position Summary

The Plant Safety/Training Coordinator is responsible for the overall organization and execution of new and existing employee training and development programs. The coordinator will use existing training documentation and develop new material as needed to ensure regulatory compliance and the availability of a skilled workforce to support the needs of the business. The coordinator will lead the plant safety team while organizing and leading safety functions assigned to the safety team.

Key Accountabilities & Responsibilities Skill and Knowledge Management:

• Collaborate with supervision to develop a training plan for all hourly personnel

• Maintain all training materials, including training plans, job descriptions, essential physical requirements, and visual work instructions.

• Maintain all USG-required training records and assist in compliance with all federal and state/provincial regulations (OSHA, MSHA, DOT, DOL, MOL, etc.)

• Maintain a plant training matrix and ensure staff receive skill (e.g., machinery, mobile equipment, trades, etc.), leadership (e.g., Directions), and safety training (e.g., hazard communication, lockout tagout, etc.) prior to assignment.

• Collaborate with supervision to monitor employee progress through Operator Rate Program Model Programs/Annual Safety and Engagement Plans:

• Supports model program administrators to ensure requirements are satisfied.

• Assist with the development of corrective actions and the completion of required remediation to ensure full compliance.

• Supports the execution of the plant’s annual safety plan.

• Leads the plant’s safety team.

Incident Reporting, Investigation, and Trend Analysis:

• Supports the incident investigation process to ensure root and contributing causes are identified and appropriate corrective and preventative actions are taken.

• Tracks and follows up on the status of corrective actions associated with injury/illness and significant near misses.

• Supports the oversight of local CORE maintenance, including key report generation and serving as an on-site resource around training needs.

• Help drive the efforts needed to entrench the BBS module in CORE to ensure priority focus on the observation of safe and at-risk behaviors, SAR, and Other Audits:

• Organizes and maintains documentation to support compliance with SAR requirements.

• Monitors the completion of required inspections per the SAR.

• Tracks and follows up on the status of corrective actions associated with SAR audits to drive continuous safety improvement.

Competencies/Skills

• Able to communicate with individuals at all levels of the organization

• Capable of delivering training one-on-one and in group settings

• Strong organizational and time management skills

• Able to coach employees and supervision

• Self-starter, able to work independently while balancing multiple priorities

• Champion continuous improvement in areas of responsibility

• Strong computer skills with a willingness and aptitude to learn new technology

• Prior experience in developing Visual Work Instructions

• Experience with MSHA/OSHA regulations

Hourly Salary/Pay Range: Coordinator 1…. $35.05

Rate of pay may be adjusted based on the qualifications and experience of the candidate.

USG employees enjoy a number of benefit options for themselves and their families. These include two medical insurance options, as well as vision and dental coverage. The cost of these optional programs varies based on coverage level - employees generally pay 25% of the monthly premium cost, USG pays the rest. These coverage options are offered on the first day of employment with no waiting period.

Additionally, USG employees enjoy both a 401(k) Investment Plan with company match and a pension plan. Beyond these main features, employees may also choose from a number of additional programs like life insurance, accident insurance, legal insurance, even pet insurance, just to name a few. USG also offers Quarterly (hourly) / Annual (salary) bonus potential for all employees based on performance metrics tied to safety, quality, and productivity. USG also provides employees with paid time off and paid holidays.

Since 1902, Chicago-based USG has been a leader in producing innovative, award-winning products and systems to build everything from major commercial developments and residential housing to home improvements. USG's employees are committed to the highest levels of customer satisfaction and quality in everything we do. Our steadfast commitment to the company's core business values – innovation, quality, integrity, service, diversity, efficiency and safety – have helped us become the company we are today.

 EOE including disability/veteran