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About ASC

Acoustical Sheetmetal Company (ASC) provides on-site power integration for large-scale data centers. We offer sound-attenuated and weather-protective packaging for on-site power generation equipment, with products ranging from economical skin-tight enclosures to entire multi-unit power plants.We work to reform and modernize the integration process in a multitude of ways. Our personnel include certified welders, licensed electricians, machinists, and manufacturing professionals, as well as an engineering design team that works closely with production in an assembly-line process immersed in the language and culture of quality control. We offer project management and administrative support for the submittals process, advanced welding engineering, freight distribution management, CAD visualization, and unparalleled field service.

Core Values

Safety – Continuous focus on the culture necessary to achieve an injury-free workplace.

Integrity – Act ethically and transparently in all business and personnel dealings. Do the right thing, even when it is difficult.

Quality – Deliver excellence through disciplined processes and continuous improvement.

Teamwork – Combine individual strengths to achieve exceptional results.

Role Overview

The Safety Inspector I is responsible for maintaining a visible and active presence throughout ASC's manufacturing facilities to promote a culture of safety, identify workplace hazards, and ensure compliance with company safety policies and regulatory requirements. This position supports the implementation and effectiveness of ASC's Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) programs through routine inspections, employee coaching, hazard recognition, and active engagement with production personnel.

The Safety Inspector I works closely with operations leadership, supervisors, and employees to reinforce safe work practices, document observations, and assist with corrective actions while developing their professional knowledge of workplace safety and regulatory compliance. Success in this role will be measured through safety engagement, inspection completion, hazard identification, corrective action follow-up, and overall contribution to ASC's safety culture.

Plant Floor Presence: Approximately 85–90%

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain a strong and visible presence on the manufacturing floor to support employee safety and promote safe work practices.
• Conduct routine safety inspections throughout production, warehouse, and facility areas.
• Identify and document unsafe acts, unsafe conditions, and potential workplace hazards.
• Coach and educate employees on proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Monitor compliance with company safety policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
• Conduct daily safety observations and provide real-time feedback to employees and supervisors.
• Verify machine guarding is properly installed, maintained, and utilized.
• Monitor high-risk activities including: Forklift Operations, Overhead Crane Operations, Ladder Use, Scaffold Activities, & Hot Work Operations
• Assist with incident investigations, root cause analysis, and corrective action implementation.
• Support new employee safety orientations and onboarding activities.
• Document hazards, corrective actions, safety observations, and inspection findings.
• Participate in Safety Committee meetings and contribute to safety improvement initiatives.
• Support facility emergency response and preparedness activities.
• Maintain accurate and timely inspection records, reports, and compliance documentation.
• Conduct housekeeping and workplace organization inspections to promote a safe work environment.
• Report safety concerns, recurring hazards, and trends to safety leadership and operational management.
• Assist with safety campaigns, training initiatives, and employee engagement activities.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives that strengthen ASC's safety culture and reduce workplace risks.
• Ensure all activities support ASC's commitment to safety, quality, accountability, and operational excellence.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Complete 3–5 documented safety observations per day.
• Achieve 100% completion of assigned safety inspections.
• Ensure timely documentation and follow-up of corrective actions.
• Maintain a high level of employee engagement and participation in safety programs.
• Increase safety visibility and engagement throughout production operations.
• Support reductions in workplace hazards, incidents, and near-miss events.
• Promote compliance with company and regulatory safety requirements.

What We're Looking For

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Associate Degree in Occupational Safety, Industrial Technology, Environmental Health & Safety, or related field preferred.
• 0–2 years of experience in manufacturing, industrial, military, construction, or related environments.
• Manufacturing experience preferred.
• Basic understanding of occupational safety principles and hazard recognition.
• Strong observation skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to build positive working relationships across all levels of the organization.
• Ability to influence behavior through coaching and employee engagement.
• Strong organizational and documentation skills.
• Ability to work independently while maintaining accountability and professionalism.
• Comfortable spending the majority of the workday on the production floor rather than in an office environment.
• Demonstrated commitment to promoting safe work practices and protecting employee well-being.

 Preferred Certifications

• OSHA 10-Hour General Industry Certification (Required upon hire).
• OSHA 30-Hour General Industry Certification (Required within 12 months of hire).
• CPR / First Aid / AED Certification.
• Forklift Operator Certification.
• Mobile Elevated Work Platform (MEWP / Scissor Lift) Certification.

Ideal Candidate Traits

• Self-starter with the initiative to identify needs and drive action independently.
• Strong communicator capable of positively influencing employees and supervisors.
• Confident and comfortable working in an active manufacturing environment.
• Values employee safety above convenience or production pressures.
• Professional, approachable, and trustworthy.
• Able to build credibility with operators while maintaining consistency and accountability.
• Passionate about developing a strong safety culture and improving workplace conditions.

Physical & Work Requirements

• Ability to frequently walk, stand, climb, bend, and move throughout manufacturing and warehouse facilities.
• Ability to work in indoor manufacturing environments with exposure to: Noise, Dust, Heat, Cold Temperatures, Moving Equipment, & Heavy Machinery
• Ability to wear required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), including: Safety Glasses, Hearing Protection, Hard Hats (when required), Safety Footwear, & High-Visibility Clothing
• Ability to access elevated work areas using ladders, stairs, lifts, or platforms when properly trained and authorized.
• Ability to respond to emergency situations as needed.
• Ability to perform inspections throughout large production facilities for extended periods.

Come help us build safer, smarter, and more efficient ways to power the world's most demanding data centers.

 One Team One Goal.

ASC is an Equal Employment Opportunity Organization.