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About American Ordnance

At American Ordnance, we know the stakes and We do what we say! ® We’re the team working behind the scenes to make sure our nation’s front lines have safe, high-quality ammunition. As a trusted premier manufacturer of ammunition to the U.S. Military, some of our capabilities range from production of direct and indirect fire, warheads, to special projects and beyond. With more than 70 years of experience and Day & Zimmermann behind us, it’s no surprise that our teams consistently exceed expectations. Come join in on our purpose – We put people to work, we protect American freedoms, and we help our customers power and improve the world!

As a Safety Engineer here's the work you'll do:

• Organize, plan, promote, and implement all elements of the Safety and Health program. Ensures compliance with all federal, state, local, Army and company regulations. Also ensure that good explosive and industrial safety practices are being followed. Responsible for all aspects of safety programs including training, enforcement, and auditing. Regularly exercises initiative, discretion and independent judgment in the performance of duties.
• Facilitate all phases of the Health and Safety Program in order to provide a safe and healthy working environment for all personnel.
• Prepare and implement, under the direction of the Safety and Health Manager comprehensive health and safety procedures in accordance with federal and Governmental regulations with particular emphasis on explosive safety, health physics, industrial hygiene, and radiation protection.
• Perform inspections of installation operations including mechanical, material transportation, explosive and operations to ensure compliance with policies and procedures.
• Review and analyze new processes that require comments from the Safety Department. Also review changes in Standard Operating Procedures, Drawings, Safety Proposals, and Suggestions along with any Equipment, New Construction, and Equipment Modifications.
• Conduct accident investigations or industrial and explosive incidents with main objective being to determine the root causes(s). Determines corrective actions that will reduce or eliminate reoccurrences of safety incident.
• Maintain updated regulations and standards related to safety and safe work practices (e.g. ANSI standards). Collects, analyzes and disseminates data concerning the accident experience of the installation.

This role is for you if you have these skills:

• Knowledge of Safety Regulations including OSHA.
• Knowledge of Industrial Occupational Safety.
• Some knowledge of physics, mathematics, statistics, engineering design and mechanics, and industrial processes.
• Strong communication skills - oral and written.
• Strong computer skills.

And these qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree preferred but not required.
• 1 or more years of relevant Safety experience
• Valid Driver's License required.
• CSP preferred.
• Explosive Safety experience preferred.
• Great attitude and team player.
• Successful completion of background screening process.

In compliance with this state’s pay transparency laws, the salary range for this role is $57,200 - $85,800 This is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience and geographic location. (The specific programs and options available to an employee may vary depending on date of hire, schedule type, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements).

WHAT ARE YOU WAITING FOR? APPLY NOW! Talent Acquisition Partner: Paul Bogart

We care about our employee's and it shows!

Our staff receive a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package which includes medical/Rx, dental and vision coverage; life, AD&D and disability insurance; flexible spending accounts; 100% paid maternity leave for up to 12 weeks, parental leave, family leave, other paid time off; voluntary benefits and discount programs to meet our employees’ individual needs including pet insurance for our furry family members! To ensure a safe work environment while meeting the physical demands of the job, you must be able to perform the following physical and mental tasks, with or without a reasonable accommodation:

• Visual acuity (e.g., needed to prepare and analyze data, to transcribe documents, to view a computer, to read, to inspect objects, to operate machinery.
• Balancing (e.g. maintaining equilibrium when walking, climbing, crouching, etc.)
• Stooping (e.g. bending the spine at the waist)
• Reaching (e.g. reaching the arms or legs in any direction)
• Lifting motion or lifting objects more than 50 pounds
• Walking
• Repetitive motion of any part of the body
• Kneeling, crouching or crawling
• Pushing or Pulling
• Manual Dexterity (e.g. picking, pinching, typing, or other working that uses fingers)
• Grasping
• Feeling
• Climbing
• Hearing
• Talking
• Capacity to think, concentrate and focus for long periods of time.
• Ability to read complex documents in the English language.
• Capacity to reason and make sound decisions.
• Ability to write complex documents in the English language.
• Capacity to express thoughts orally.

Diversity, Inclusion & Equal Employment Opportunity

American Ordnance, a Day & Zimmermann Company, is an Equal Opportunity Employer, M/F/D/V. Diversity, and Inclusion & Equal Employment Opportunity: American Ordnance is committed to maintaining an inclusive workforce, where employees are hired, retained, compensated and promoted based on their contributions to our Company. Our collective strength is rooted in over 110 years of diverse employees and businesses, commitment to success, and delivery on promises made. Federal and state Equal Employment Opportunity laws prohibit employment discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation and gender identity, age, national origin, citizenship status, veteran status and disability status. American Ordnance is committed to providing an equal opportunity work environment in full compliance with these laws. If you are an individual with a disability and you require an accommodation in the application process, please email reasonableaccommodation@dayzim.com.

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