Job Description

IAF manufactures fasteners for the automotive industry. Because of that, our team has to work hard to have an environment of mutual respect, understanding, and fulfillment of our responsibilities, in an environment that can be hot, dirty, and challenging. We want to be a place that our team can envision opportunity and personal growth to reach their own potential.

IAF is looking for a passionate, qualified and competent Safety Specialist to join our team. The Safety Specialist will drive the health and safety culture to the 1st shift. This position will work 6:30a.m. – 3:00p.m., Monday through Friday.

What we provide.

We have had no greater a desire than to be a company where fellow team members believe in each other, and where they love to work. Our success comes from the happiness team members.

Because of this, we provide:

• An on-site Health Clinic
• An on-site Cafeteria
• Comprehensive medical, dental, prescription and vision coverage
• Company paid short term disability and life insurance
• 401(k) with employer match

We also provide other benefit plans and packages that you may elect to take advantage of as a member of our work family.

What we’ll do together.

Assists the Safety Department Manager in carrying out all company safety policies and procedures. Provides technical knowledge and expertise in the operation and support of the institutional health and safety programs to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and national guidelines.

Work will include:

• Develop, implement and coordinate safety programs.
• Analyze accident, near miss, and safety concerns data to recommend proactive solutions to reduce the frequency and severity of accidents.
• Provide technical assistance companywide to all departments on safety.
• Conduct periodic surveys and inspections of facilities and equipment to comply with code requirements, identify safety hazards, prevent accidents, and conserve company property.
• Develop and deliver safety-training company to all Team Members.
• Consult with managers on the existence, utilization and/or operation of personal safety equipment and procedures, noise abatement equipment and procedures, material and safety data sheets, hazardous chemical correction and safety and health programs.
• Determines the magnitude of exposure or nuisance to workers and the public; selects and devises methods and instruments suitable for measurements; studies and tests materials associated with the work operation.
• Interprets occupational safety and health laws, rules and regulations; determines compliance with safety and health laws; holds conferences with management to discuss identified violations and/or deficiencies and recommends corrections.
• Reviews company safety and health programs required by OSHA.
• Help other departments as necessary.
• And of course, other duties as assigned.

Job Qualifications

What you’ll bring to the team.

• Associate’s degree in related field and 6-months to one-year of experience; an equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.
• Communicates effectively and has strong presentation skills.
• Collaborates well with colleagues using adept social skills.
• Works independently using project management skills.
• Builds strong working relationships and has exceptional leadership skills.
• Learns quickly and has strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills.

More about IAF.

Our global company, started in 1950, has built its growth upon the advancement of both knowledge and technology. As our customers have grown globally, so have we. Indiana Automotive Fasteners represents the same quality, customer, and business focus that ASJ provided as our foundation and history.

IAF is a team environment. Team Members must work as together and deal with many issues without blaming each other for the problems. We all must be proactive in our problem solving, and partner with our leaders. We expect that our team will work out disagreements, accept constructive criticism and not complain to other or about each other. We work together for our success and continuous improvement.

Indiana Automotive Fasteners, Inc. is proud to be an equal opportunity employer which seeks out differences in individuals, experience and thought.

Should you require accommodation(s) to be successful in the responsibilities for this position, please let us know and we be happy to discuss this with you.