Health and Safety Coordinator

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for a Health and Safety Coordinator to support workplace safety, food safety, and regulatory compliance for a wholesale distribution operation in Long Beach, California. This Long-term Contract position focuses on building a safe, well-organized environment by coordinating compliance activities, promoting injury prevention, and helping maintain high standards across daily operations. The ideal candidate brings strong attention to detail, clear communication skills, and the ability to manage audits, training, and corrective actions with consistency and professionalism. Responsibilities: • Oversee health, safety, and food safety activities to help maintain compliance with applicable occupational and regulatory standards across the facility. • Conduct routine reviews, inspections, and audit preparation efforts to identify risks, document findings, and support timely follow-up on corrective actions. • Coordinate third-party audits and assist in organizing records related to inspections, supplier compliance, and pest control documentation. • Support safe handling, storage, and distribution practices to help ensure products and workplace processes align with food safety expectations and company guidelines. • Deliver safety and compliance training for employees, reinforcing best practices, hazard awareness, and proper reporting procedures. • Track incidents, near misses, and compliance issues, then analyze trends and recommend practical improvements to reduce workplace injuries and operational risk. • Maintain accurate reports, spreadsheets, and communications using standard business software and email tools to support day-to-day compliance management. • Partner with internal teams and external contacts to respond to safety questions, provide service-oriented support, and promote a culture of accountability and prevention.• Previous experience in health and safety, food safety, compliance coordination, or a related role within distribution, food operations, or industrial environments. • Working knowledge of auditing practices, regulatory compliance standards, and corrective action processes. • Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook, and email-based communication tools. • Strong organizational skills with close attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities accurately. • Analytical mindset with the ability to review information, identify issues, and support effective problem resolution. • Effective verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to deliver training to employees and interact professionally with stakeholders. • Customer service approach with the ability to collaborate across departments and maintain positive working relationships.