Safety Coordinator

About the Organization Cogent is a growing, midwest company that provides creative and innovative fluid processing solutions. Our companies include Automatic Engineering, BRI, Fluid Equipment, Lee Mathews, Industrial Measurement and Control, iME Solutions, Vanco, Vandevanter Engineering, Velocity and Water Technology Group. Cogent companies are committed to providing compelling, pertinent and logical solutions while serving the local Industrial, Municipal, Commercial Building Trades, Oil & Gas markets. Our people make the difference. Our shared values define us as a team and bring our vision to life. We are an employee owned business where more than 220 employee owners expect their teammates to work hard, be creative, and get engaged and together we build our future and share in the outcome!

Description

Cogent is currently looking for a bright, self-driven individual to join our team in either our Kansas City or St. Louis branch as a Safety Coordinator. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is passionate about creating a culture of safety and possesses the drive to be the best! If a position where you can directly impact the success of an organization and share in that success as an Employee Owner sounds like a refreshing opportunity, then check us out. Together we build our future!

This position will play an integral part in Cogent's positive safety culture and requires a safety-conscious, self-motivated individual who possesses strong communication and organizational skills.

Key Responsibilities:

• Help implement health and safety plans, programs, and initiatives.

• Review existing policies and procedures and update according to industry and legislation changes.

• Initiate, organize, and report on OHS training of employees.

• Recommend solutions to issues, improvement opportunities, or new prevention measures.

• Report on health and safety awareness, issues, and statistics.

• Prepare and submit reports to government regulatory agencies.

• Participate in company safety committees.

• Manage Department of Transportation platforms, training, and systems.

• Support managers and front-line employees with safety platform issues as they happen.

• Manage and maintain compliance with safety compliance platforms, including the submission of all necessary documentation, ensuring up-to-date certifications, and actively monitoring compliance status.

• Respond to and complete customer safety questionnaires, ensuring accurate representation of our company's safety policies, practices, and records to maintain and enhance business opportunities.

Position Safety Coordinator Position Requirements

Qualified candidates should have the following knowledge, skills, and abilities:

• Bachelor's degree in safety relevant field or equivalent experience.

• Proven experience as a safety coordinator or similar role.

• In-depth knowledge of legislation (e.g., OSHA/DOT) and procedures.

• Knowledge of potentially hazardous materials or practices.

• Experience in writing reports and policies for health and safety.

• Familiarity with conducting data analysis and reporting statistics.

• Proficient in MS Office; Working knowledge of safety management information systems is a plus.

• Excellent communication skills with the ability to present and explain health and safety topics.

• Certification in occupational health and safety (e.g., NASP, NEBOSH, or OSHA) is preferred.

Other items of importance:

• This position will require some travel (20%)

Who we are:

Cogent is a growing, Midwest company that provides creative and innovative fluid processing solutions. We are committed to serving the local Industrial, Municipal, Commercial Building Trades, Oil & Gas markets. Our companies include Automatic Engineering, BRI, Fluid Equipment, Lee Mathews, Industrial Measurement and Control, iME Solutions, Vanco, Vandevanter Engineering, Velocity and Water Technology Group. Our people make the difference, our shared values define us as a team and bring our vision to life. Together, our employee-owners help build healthy and prosperous communities through creatively engineered solutions for our customers.

What we value:

• Bright, entrepreneurial, and industrious individuals looking to apply themselves creatively

• Individuals who are comfortable speaking up, sharing ideas, and driving change

• Energetic teammates looking for more than just a job to pay the bills

• Passionate individuals who naturally do more than is asked

What we offer above and beyond competitive pay:

• Employee Ownership Stock (ESOP)

• 401(k) with matching

• Profit-Sharing Plan (Bonuses)

• Health, Dental, Vision and Life insurance

• Generous PTO plus 8 Paid Holidays and 1 Floating Holiday

• And much more!

We value a great attitude and hard work and in return provide competitive wages, employee ownership, benefits, training and career growth opportunities. To begin a rewarding career with Cogent, apply today at cogentcompanies.com/careers/

EOE Statement Cogent, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with a disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable Federal, State or Local law. Exempt/Non-Exempt Non-Exempt Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time Location Kansas City (Cogent) Category Service Division Cogent, Inc.