Safety Coordinator I

Job Summary

The Safety Coordinator is responsible for the coordination, facilitation, and supervision of the facility's safety programs and initiatives.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

• Regularly inspects facility operations to ensure that safe job practices are followed, protective equipment is properly utilized, and all required machine/process guards are in place and operational

• Investigates and facilitate the investigation of all accidents and near-miss occurrences identify trends and causes and ensures that corrective measures are implemented

• Works with management to develop safety programs and incentives as appropriate

• Conducts new hire training and ensures new employees understand safety practices and policies

• Provides training to employees on the safe and appropriate operation of machinery and equipment

• Chairs the Safety Committee

• Ensures the facility maintains the proper number of personnel trained in first aid and CPR and that the required level of safety and medical supplies are maintained in inventory

• Conducts and certifies all forklift training

• Coordinates annual fire inspection tours and planned/unplanned tours by other safety and health regulatory agencies

• Monitors facility hearing conservation program

• Coordinates work duties for employees on medical restrictions

• Maintains appropriate communication with immediate management, Human Resources, and third-party claims administrators

• Maintains OSHA 300 log and other required reports

• Prepares regular and special reports as required

• Performs other duties as required

Qualifications

• Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred

• Minimum high school graduate

• Minimum zero to two years of experience in safety or woodworking operations

• Working knowledge and proficiency in the use of computer and business-related software, including Microsoft applications Excel, Word, and Outlook

• Previous experience in industrial maintenance, maintenance technician roles, equipment repair, manufacturing operations, or a related technical field preferred

• Preferred experience in First Aid and CPR and working knowledge of OSHA and DOT regulations

Compensation:

$26 - $30/hr based on experience*

*pay range may be adjusted depending on cost of living

Incentive pay may be available for certain job roles and may include piece rate incentives, weekly production bonuses, trip rates, and employee referral bonuses. A discretionary annual bonus based on Company and business unit performance may also be provided.

Benefits currently offered to our employees:

• Medical insurance
• Health savings account with company contribution
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Basic and voluntary life insurance
• Disability insurance
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Paid vacation and holidays
• Stock purchase program with employee discount
• Educational reimbursement
• Wellness programs and challenges
• Other supplemental benefits

The Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer.