Safety Coordinator

Safety CoordinatorSeneGence is seeking an experienced Safety Coordinator to oversee workplace safety and environmental compliance programs across our Oklahoma operations. This hands-on position is responsible for maintaining regulatory compliance, identifying and mitigating workplace hazards, managing hazardous waste requirements, and implementing effective safety practices throughout our facilities. The Safety Coordinator will work closely with Operations and Human Resources to ensure safety programs are consistently implemented, employees receive appropriate training, and identified risks are addressed promptly.Key ResponsibilitiesWorkplace Safety & OSHA ComplianceLead day-to-day workplace safety programs and ensure compliance with applicable OSHA regulations and federal, state, and local requirements.Conduct routine facility inspections, workplace hazard assessments, and safety audits to identify risks and implement corrective actions.Develop, maintain, and update safety policies, procedures, and training materials.Coordinate and deliver employee safety training, including new-hire orientation, refresher training, and job-specific safety requirements.Lead investigations of workplace accidents, near misses, and reported safety concerns, including root cause analysis and corrective action follow-up.Maintain required OSHA records, incident reports, training documentation, inspection records, and other compliance materials.Oversee workplace safety practices involving personal protective equipment (PPE), hazard communication, chemical handling, equipment safety, and emergency preparedness.Environmental Compliance & Hazardous Waste ManagementOwn and manage the company's hazardous waste compliance program under the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA), including applicable Small Quantity Generator (SQG) requirements.Oversee hazardous waste identification, classification, accumulation, storage, labeling, inspections, and disposal procedures.Maintain required hazardous waste documentation, including manifests, inspection records, training records, and applicable regulatory reports.Coordinate with approved waste disposal vendors to ensure proper handling, transportation, and disposal of regulated materials.Monitor hazardous waste accumulation limits, storage conditions, and regulatory deadlines.Develop and maintain procedures for chemical handling, spill response, and environmental compliance.Conduct periodic compliance reviews and implement corrective actions when deficiencies are identified.Program Administration & Operational PartnershipServe as the primary internal resource for workplace safety and environmental compliance matters.Partner with Operations leadership to evaluate workplace practices, address identified hazards, and implement sustainable safety improvements.Collaborate with Human Resources on workplace injury investigations, workers' compensation matters, return-to-work coordination, and injury prevention initiatives.Coordinate regulatory inspections and compliance reviews, including documentation requests and corrective action follow-up.Monitor changes in applicable safety and environmental regulations and recommend necessary program updates.Track safety performance, recurring hazards, training completion, and corrective action progress.Provide regular updates and recommendations to leadership regarding safety risks, compliance status, and improvement opportunities.QualificationsRequiredMinimum of 3 years of hands-on experience in workplace safety, environmental health and safety (EHS), or occupational safety within a manufacturing, warehousing, distribution, or industrial environment.Working knowledge of OSHA general industry regulations and workplace safety requirements.Demonstrated experience managing RCRA hazardous waste compliance, including Small Quantity Generator (SQG) requirements.Experience conducting safety inspections, incident investigations, root cause analyses, and corrective action follow-up.Knowledge of chemical safety, hazardous materials handling, Safety Data Sheets (SDS), and hazard communication requirements.Experience developing and delivering workplace safety training.Ability to independently manage safety and environmental compliance programs and maintain accurate regulatory documentation.Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.Effective written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to work collaboratively across operational departments.Proficiency with Microsoft Office and standard reporting systems.Experience coordinating hazardous waste disposal vendors and regulatory inspections.Familiarity with workers' compensation processes and workplace injury prevention programs.Position ExpectationsThe successful candidate will be comfortable working directly within warehouse, manufacturing, and operational environments. This position requires an individual who can independently identify compliance needs, establish practical procedures, communicate expectations, and ensure appropriate follow-through.The Safety Coordinator will be expected to maintain a consistent presence within the operation, build effective working relationships, and take accountability for the ongoing administration and improvement of the company's safety and environmental compliance programs.Join SeneGenceIf you have practical experience managing workplace safety and environmental compliance programs and are interested in contributing to a growing operational team, we encourage you to apply.