Safety Technician/Inspector

Safety Inspector Location: Virginia Beach, VA Shift: M-F 8:00 am - 4:30 pm Type: Direct Hire About the company: Our client provides on-site power integration for large data scale centers. About the job: As a Safety Inspector, you will lead the front-line enforcement of safety practices and procedures on the plant floor. This is a high-visibility, boots-on-the-ground position responsible for ensuring a safe working environment by actively monitoring operations, correcting unsafe behaviors or conditions, and fostering a strong safety culture. This role requires 85-90% of time spent on the plant floor-there is no designated office space as presence and engagement with the workforce is essential. Responsibilities: - Proactively patrol the production floor to identify unsafe behaviors, hazards, or non-compliance with safety standards. - Provide real-time coaching, correction, and guidance to employees regarding safe work practices. - Conduct daily safety walk-throughs and hazard recognition inspections. - Serve as the first line of safety enforcement-intervening immediately when unsafe practices are observed. - Work closely with supervisors and team-leads to reinforce safe practices and address recurring safety issues. - Support incident investigations by gathering witness statements and identifying root causes. - Ensure compliance with OSHA standards and company safety policies. - Monitor use of PPE, lockout/tagout, machine guarding, forklift & crane safety, and other critical safety requirements. - Participate in daily production meetings to provide safety input and awareness. - Maintain detailed safety observation logs and generate reports for management review. - Recommend changes to improve safety processes and drive continuous improvement. Benefits: - Health, dental, vision insurance - Life Insurance, Long-term Disability - Paid time off & Paid Holidays - 401k Matching - Tuition and Training Assistance Disclaimer: By applying for this job, you agree to receive calls, Al-generated calls, text messages, or emails from Synerfac Technical Staffing and our contracted partners. Frequency varies for text messages. Message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undeliverable messages. You can reply STOP to cancel and HELP for help. You can access our privacy policy at www.synerfac.com/privacy/ - A Bachelor's Degree in Occupational Safety and Health, Engineering, or a related field (preferred) or equivalent combinations of training and related experience. - Minimum 4 years of experience in safety within a manufacturing, industrial or construction environment - Professional Certifications: OSHA 10 , OSHA 30, - Thorough understanding of and ability to enforce all federal, state, local, and company regulations. - Ability to recognize hazardous situations and implement corrective measures. - Ability to train and educate others; - Must be bale to work in loud, hot or cold environments - Frequent walking, standing, climbing, and use of personal protective equipment