Health & Safety Support Specialist in Valley, NE at Valmont Careers

Date Posted: 5/7/2024

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28800 Ida St Valley Nebraska 68064-8016

Why Valmont
 

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Valmont impacts millions of people around the world every day, yet they might not realize the many ways. Our technology is helping feed the growing population, supplying the world with more reliable energy and access to renewables, enhancing connectivity in remote and urban locations to create a sustainable future and so much more. Simply put, Valmont is advancing agricultural productivity and reimagining vital infrastructure to make life better.

Join a Fortune 1000 company that respects hard work, honors diversity and invests in our employees as we focus on creating the world of tomorrow, today. We are the modern workforce. Are you ready to move the world forward? Apply now.

Brief Summary:

This Individual Contributor position supports the efficient day-to-day operations of the Valley Campus Safety Team by providing excellent customer service and administrative support across all business units. This position requires individual initiative on special projects but works under the direction of the Valley Campus Health & Safety staff to complete a wide variety of tasks that are part of Valmont Valley Campus comprehensive safety initiatives. Incumbent must exhibit proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and have the ability to plan, organize and execute administrative functions with minimal direction. Incumbent is responsible for performance of general clerical functions, including but not limited to, scheduling of meetings, proofing and editing documents, maintaining databases, processing invoices for payment, and submitting for employee reimbursement. The incumbent must have the ability to work multiple projects, set priorities and recognize confidential information while understanding appropriate dissemination procedures. Plans delivery of and tracks completions of training programs in accident and fire prevention and protection, powered industrial truck, and other employee safety procedures. Prepares and distributes educational materials and information. Lastly, compiles and submits required OSHA log information for internal review.

Essential Functions:

  • This position reports to the Corporate Director of Health & Safety with dotted line accountability to the Valley Campus Safety Team
  • Administers campus wide PPE tracking and dissemination ensuring all employees have access to safety eyewear and footwear
  • Performs general clerical functions, including but not limited to, scheduling of meetings, food, and presentation locations for functional meetings, proofing and editing documents, maintaining databases, processing invoices for payment, employee reimbursements, tracking of budget information and ordering office supplies and setting appointments
  • Administers the campus weather alert system, including but not limited to, program enrollment and basic customer service
  • Compile and publish reports on injuries, injury rates for various distributions
  • Track and enter employee training records into learning management system
  • Coordinate monthly health and safety meetings campus wide
  • Assist in the design and presentation of health and safety training programs to ensure they meet the fundamental requirement of excellence in performance
  • Modify and update existing health & safety policies and training materials as directed to do so
  • Ensure the continuing development of a positive health and safety climate for Valley Campus employees

Important Details:

  • Ensures that the Health & Safety SharePoint sites are maintained as an effective means of transferring knowledge to stakeholders
  • Directs internal stakeholders to the appropriate SharePoint site to access training materials, forms, guidance documents and message boards
  • Maintains effective document control processes – including records maintained electronically and at off-site locations – in accordance with company records-retention guidelines
  • Maintains up-to-date, function-specific health & safety contact and e-mail distribution lists
  • Adds new vendors and maintains data for existing vendors within the IFS Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system
  • Formats, edits and distributes newsletters, tips, and video podcasts

Required Qualifications:

  • High School diploma and 4+ years of work/educational experience or associate’s degree
  • Experience prioritizing and managing a large number of different projects to completion
  • Demonstrated proficiency in using Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and SharePoint)
  • Effective communication skills to clearly and concisely communicate with a variety of people at all levels
  • Detail oriented, strong organizational skills, accurate and thorough
  • Willingness to be a support role within a highly visible function
  • Ability to work independently and in a team environment

Highly Qualified:

  • Five years of experience in administrative role supporting multiple managers
  • Customer service orientation
  • Experience scheduling and supporting training program logistics

Benefits

Valmont offers employees and their families a comprehensive Total Wellbeing benefit package to ensure their individual and family’s overall wellness needs are met. Some offerings are dependent upon the role, work schedule, or location and can include the following:

  • Healthcare (medical, prescription drugs, dental and vision)

  • 401k retirement plan with company match

  • Paid time off

  • Employer paid life insurance

  • Employer paid short-term and long-term disability including maternity leave

  • Work Life Support

  • Tuition Reimbursement up to $5,250 per year

  • Voluntary programs like tobacco cessation, Type 2 diabetes reversal, one-on-one health coaching, mortgage services and more

Valmont does not discriminate against any employee or applicant in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic protected by law.  Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

If you have a disability and require any assistance in filling out the application for employment email EEOCompliance@Valmont.com.