Safety & compliance technician

Effective July 1, 2025: CGS Health benefits start on Day 8 of employment (1 week waiting period after hire).

Position Summary

The Safety & Compliance Tech supports the implementation, coordination, and continuous improvement of workplace safety programs, regulatory compliance, and injury prevention initiatives within the manufacturing facility. This position works closely with Operations, Maintenance, Engineering, Human Resources, and plant leadership to identify hazards, promote safe work practices, and maintain compliance with OSHA and applicable company requirements.

This is a hands-on, highly visible role that requires an active presence on the production floor, strong employee engagement, and the ability to educate, coach, and reinforce safe work practices. The Tech will also provide limited support for environmental compliance activities, with primary focus remaining on employee safety and workplace injury prevention.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Support the implementation and ongoing improvement of facility safety programs and initiatives.
• Serve as a safety resource for employees, supervisors, and plant leadership, providing guidance on safe work practices and company policy.
• Maintain an active presence on the production floor through routine safety observations, inspections, audits, and hazard identification.
• Assist in maintaining compliance with OSHA, state, local and company safety requirements.
• Maintain accurate safety records, OSHA logs, inspection reports, training documentation, and other required compliance.
• Coordinate and participate in investigations involving workplace injuries, near misses, property damage, and safety concerns. Assist with root cause analysis and follow-up on corrective actions.
• Support and monitor key safety programs, including: Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), Machine Guarding, Power Industrial Trucks, Fall Protection, Confined Space, Hot Work, Hazard Communication, PPE, Contractor Safety, Ergonomics, Emergency Preparedness.
• Coordinate and conduct employee safety training, new-hire safety onboarding, refresher training, and safety awareness activities.
• Partner with operations, maintenance and engineering to identify and address safety concerns related to equipment, process, and workplace conditions.
• Assist HR with workers’ compensation, injury documentation, and return-to-work activities as needed.
• Support the company’s drug and alcohol-free workplace policy, including coordination of reasonable suspicion testing when required.
• Participate in CGS Safety Council meetings, facility safety incentives and plant communication meetings.
• Track safety observations, incidents, corrective actions, training completion, and safety performance metrics to identify opportunities for improvement.
• Promote employee involvement in safety initiatives and encourage timely reporting of hazards, unsafe conditions, and near misses.

Qualifications

Required

• Associate’s degree in Occupational Safety, Industrial Technology, or Environmental Health & Safety or related field, or equivalent relevant experience.
• Minimum 2-3 years of progressive safety experience in manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Working knowledge of OSHA regulations and general industrial safety practices.
• Experience with conducting safety inspections, coordinating training, maintaining documentation, and supporting incident investigations.
• Strong organizational, communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and follow through on corrective actions.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office applications and maintaining accurate records and reports.

Preferred

• Experience in glass fabrication, or similar industrial manufacturing environment.
• OSHA 30-Hour General Industry certification or other relevant safety training.
• Experience with workers’ compensation, return-to-work programs, and incident investigations.
• Familiar with Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement practices.
• Basic understanding of environmental compliance requirements, including SWPPP and water usage documentation.

Key Expectations

The Safety & Compliance Tech is expected to be visible, approachable, and proactive safety resource who:

• Regularly engages with employees on the production floor to identify hazards and reinforce safe work practices.
• Builds positive working relationships with employees, supervisors and leadership.
• Communicates safety concerns promptly and follow through to ensure corrective actions are addressed.
• Encourages accountability for safety expectations through coaching, education, and consistent communication.
• Balance regulatory requirements with practical solutions that support manufacturing operations.
• Uses safety observations, incident trends, and employee feedback to recommend improvements.
• Promotes employee participation and reinforces that safety is a shared responsibility across the facility.

Success in this role will be measured by active engagement on the production floor, timely hazard identification and resolution, completion of required safety inspections and training. Additional measures include accurate compliance documentation, effective corrective action follow-up, and increase employee safety awareness and participation.

The Safety & Compliance Tech will support a safe, compliant, and proactive workplace environment while helping strengthen the facility’s overall safety culture.

We offer an Excellent Compensation & Benefits Package

Health benefits start on Day 8 of employment (1 week waiting period after hire): Medical, Dental, Vision, and Rx. Affordable premium rates start at $10 per week. Weekly Pay - Every Friday. Get Paid Daily with Dayforce On-Demand Pay. 2 Weeks Paid Vacation at hire (prorated first year). 10 paid holidays each year. 4% dollar-for-dollar company match under 401(k) retirement savings plan. Health Reimbursement Account (HRA). Cost Savings Programs for medical expenses. Company Paid Life Insurance & Supplemental Options. Identity Theft Protection. Pet Insurance. Metlaw Legal Services. Incentive Bonuses. Tuition Reimbursement. And much more.

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Why CGS?

Custom Glass Solutions is a growing manufacturer of large format laminated and specialty glass, serving a broad range of OEM and aftermarket customers. With facilities across Ohio and Oklahoma, we operate in fast-paced industrial markets where speed, quality, and collaboration are essential.

We offer competitive compensation, a comprehensive benefits package including a 401(k) match, and the opportunity to lead meaningful projects that shape our company’s future.

About the Team:

At Custom Glass Solutions we provide professional, knowledgeable, efficient and honest service, all while being respectful and building strong customer relationships. Each day our team goes above and beyond to carry out the Core Elements of our business: Safety First, Do the Right Thing, Wow Your Customer, Relationships Matter, and a Can-Do Attitude!

About the Company:

Custom Glass Solutions is one of the world's premier manufacturers of large format laminated glass products, with two Ohio locations (Upper Sandusky, and Fostoria) and one Oklahoma location (Broken Arrow). Our mission is to be the preferred provider of high-quality glass products, services and solutions. We deliver superior results by providing meaningful work for our employees, developing opportunities with our suppliers and cultivating strong partnerships with our customers.

What You Will Enjoy!

We have an exceptionally talented workforce that we value above all else. We are fully invested in our employees and provide them with hands-on training, compensation that is based upon individual contribution, unlimited career growth opportunities, and the motivation to be and do more. We take great pride in a workplace culture where our employees have the freedom and encouragement to reach beyond the ordinary. We are also very proud of a management structure that is designed to avoid bureaucratic nonsense and allows our entrepreneurial-minded employees to flourish.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Custom Glass Solutions, LLC. is committed to equal employment opportunity and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind.

Learn more about us at www.CustomGlassSolutions.com