Safety Coordinator

About Williams-Sonoma DC - Olive Branch, MS Since it was founded in 1956, Williams - Sonoma has grown from Chuck Williams’ single store in Sonoma, CA into one of the largest retailers in the country, with some best known and most beloved brands in home furnishings, including Williams – Sonoma, Pottery Barn and West Elm. Our Distribution Centers serve as vital connections between factories and our retail, online and mail-order customers around the world. The Supply Chain environment is dynamic and fast-paced, and the network is expanding rapidly. If you have a background in distribution, manufacturing, engineering, transportation, finance, human resources, or home delivery – and are looking for a job with a strong opportunity for gaining new skills and for advancement – our Supply Chain Organization could be just the place for you. Williams-Sonoma, Inc Supply Chain Overview By managing resources responsibly, caring for our people, and uniting around our values, we lead our industry and are proud to be recognized for our continuous action and progress in the following areas: Barron's 100 Most Sustainable Companies; Forbes Best Employers for Women and Diversity; Newsweek America's Most Responsible Companies; and USA Today Customer Service Champions. These honors reflect that we are truly a people-first organization. Over 4,000 Full-Time Associates across the Supply Chain 14.5M square feet of small parcel, personalization, furniture, and manufacturing space in the domestic US, Williams-Sonoma has developed an agile and capable distribution network consisting of the following: Large package / furniture distribution centers located in Southern California, Northern California, Texas, Georgia, and New Jersey totaling 9.2M square feet plus another 1.2M square feet of standalone final-mile furniture hubs. Small package eCommerce distribution centers located in Mississippi and Arizona totaling 3.2M square feet, consisting of over 1,000 full-time associates and 1,500 seasonal/temporary associates in Mississippi Sutter Street Manufacturing upholstery factories located in North Carolina and Mississippi totaling with over 1,400 full-time employees producing approximately $900 million to $1 billion in sales of upholstered furniture Transportation Department for Ocean, Air, Trucking, and Rail consisting of over 30 transportation professionals located in Memphis, TN 700 associates in our Sourcing offices in 10 countries in Asia and Europe including China, Vietnam, Singapore, India, Italy, and Turkey The Safety Coordinator supports one or more distribution centers within a geographic region and helps implement Williams-Sonoma’s safety programs. This role focuses on developing and improving SOPs, delivering training, conducting inspections, and ensuring high-quality investigations in the internal safety event management system. The Safety Coordinator also owns select safety programs, supports risk assessments, and partners with Operations, HR, and Maintenance to drive sustainable safety improvements across assigned facilities. The Safety Coordinato r position is located in Arlington, TX . You’ll be excited about this opportunity because you will.... Lead the development and rollout of safety SOPs and standardized work processes across assigned facilities Deliver engaging safety training, including new-hire orientation, PIT training, refresher courses, and targeted training based on trends Conduct safety audits, daily walk-throughs, and hazard identification activities; ensure timely follow-up and verification of corrective actions Lead or support safety event investigations, ensuring accurate root cause identification, effective corrective actions, and complete documentation in the internal safety management system Maintain required safety records, inspection logs, and compliance documentation Own select safety programs (e.g., PIT compliance, emergency preparedness, chemical management, ergonomics, or safety committee processes) and ensure consistent execution across assigned facilities Analyze safety data and incident trends to identify emerging risks and recommend proactive actions to site leadership Conduct risk assessments and participate in Management of Change (MOC) reviews for new equipment, processes, or layout changes Partner with Operations, HR, and Maintenance to drive corrective actions and ensure sustainable safety improvements Coach supervisors and associates on safe work practices, hazard recognition, and the consistent application of WSI safety policies Lead site-level safety committee meetings and champion local safety initiatives Assist with compliance requirements related to OSHA, fire protection, PIT operations, emergency preparedness, and other applicable regulations Check out some of the required qualifications we are looking for in amazing candidates.... High School Diploma At least 2+ years of experience in warehouse or manufacturing environments with defined safety responsibilities This is an onsite and in office role Working knowledge of OSHA regulations (29 CFR 1910) and fundamental root cause analysis methods Strong communication and coaching skills; comfortable with a high level of floor presence Proficiency in Microsoft Office Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality involving security matters, incident details, and personnel issues We prefer some of these qualities as well.... Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field At least 3 years of safety experience, or 5+ years in warehouse/manufacturing roles with increasing safety responsibilities PIT trainer or PIT operator experience Experience developing SOPs or training content Experience with incident management systems Ability to analyze event data, new processes, or equipment for safety risks and conduct job hazard/safety analyses Review these physical requirements, as they play a major part in this role…. Job requires continuous physical exertion – walking, bending, lifting, standing, climbing Must be able to lift 65 pounds minimum with or without accommodation Our company benefits are second to none in the industry…. Generous discount on all Williams-Sonoma, Inc. brand products 401(k) plan and other investment opportunities Paid vacations, Employee Assistance Programs, Time Off to Volunteer, Matching Gifts Community Service Program, and Holidays (in some locations) Health benefits, dental and vision insurance, including same-sex domestic partner benefits, Legal and Identity Protection Plans and Pet Insurance For more information on our benefits offerings, please visit MyWSIBenefits.com To learn more about our Supply Chain culture and regional associate events, please visit: (Login credentials may be required) #J-18808-Ljbffr