Safety Coordinator

About Source Logistics Source Logistics provides customized logistics and supply chain solutions across the United States. Our services include full-service warehousing, order processing, e-commerce fulfillment, marketing fulfillment, transportation solutions, and data-driven supply chain services. We support a wide range of industries, including food and beverage, apparel, retail, health and beauty, medical, industrial, technology, financial services, and more. Our mission is to help U.S. and international companies successfully grow their presence in the U.S. through reliable, flexible, and competitive logistics solutions. About the Role The Safety and SQF Clerk supports both the Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) and Food Safety (SQF/BRC) programs across all regional Source Logistics sites. This role plays a key part in preparing locations for customer, regulatory, and SQF audits, conducting safety and food-safety inspections, and ensuring that each facility maintains full compliance with internal standards and external regulatory requirements. Reporting to the Safety, OSHA, and Quality Manager, the position requires frequent travel to all sites to support onsite assessments, training, corrective actions, audit readiness, and continuous improvement initiatives. Safety (HS) Responsibilities Conduct regular workplace inspections to identify and assess chemical, physical, biological, ergonomic, and operational hazards. Develop, recommend, and help implement corrective and preventive actions to reduce risk and prevent workplace incidents. Support incident investigations, root cause analyses, and corrective action follow‑up. Educate employees on safety protocols, hazard recognition, and emergency response procedures. Prepare and deliver training programs to enhance safety awareness and compliance. Promote a positive safety culture through engagement, coaching, and reinforcement of safe work practices. Collect and analyze EHS data, including incident rates, near misses, and safety observations. Utilize EHS management software for monitoring, reporting, and ensuring complete and accurate data. Ensure compliance with OSHA requirements and internal safety policies. Engage with employees at all levels to gather feedback and address safety concerns. Support continuous improvement of safety programs, procedures, and site readiness. Food Safety (SQF) Responsibilities Conduct routine food-safety, sanitation, and hygiene inspections across all warehouse areas. Assist in maintaining SQF documentation, including program updates, verification records, supplier documentation, training files, and corrective actions. Prepare facilities for SQF audits and customer food-safety visits, ensuring all documentation, logs, and physical conditions meet program requirements. Support traceability exercises, mock recalls, hold/release program checks, and allergen control verification. Train employees on SQF basics, GMPs, hygiene expectations, and food-safety procedures. Partner with the Quality team to review CAPAs, verify implementation, and ensure sustainable compliance. Monitor housekeeping and sanitation processes to align with SQF and customer expectations. Assist with vendor approval, visitor management, and documentation control as needed. Multi‑Site Support Responsibilities Travel frequently to all warehouse locations within the assigned region to conduct assessments, support training, validate controls, follow up on corrective actions, and prepare each site for audits. Provide onsite support during customer, regulatory, and SQF audits. Ensure standardized processes across sites and escalated gaps that require leadership intervention. Collaborate with Regional Managers and Site Leadership to keep each location audit‑ready at all times. Requirements Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Health Sciences, Food Science, or a related field. Strong knowledge of OSHA standards and regulatory compliance requirements. Foundational understanding of SQF, GMPs, food-safety programs, or HACCP concepts. (SQF training can be provided if needed.) Experience conducting workplace safety inspections and risk assessments. Experience supporting or maintaining documentation for quality, SQF, or food-safety programs preferred. Proficiency in EHS or quality management software and data analysis tools. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to design and deliver safety or food‑safety training programs. Strong organizational and analytical skills, with attention to detail. Ability to work independently and collaboratively across multiple departments. Willingness to travel frequently across all Chicago sites. Previous experience in a logistics, warehouse, or distribution environment preferred. Ability to support audit preparation, documentation reviews, and corrective action follow‑up for SQF and customer audits. Comfort working with document control, verification logs, traceability exercises, and standard operating procedures. Bonus Points Bilingual (Spanish preferred). Prior experience with SQF, BRC, HACCP, or other food-safety programs. Experience in supply chain or logistics environments. OSHA 30 General Industry Certification. Compensation Hourly pay for this role is $25 USD to $28 USD. Benefits Medical, dental, and vision insurance 401(k) plan with company match Paid time off and company holidays Life and disability insurance Education reimbursement Perks and Work Environment Source Logistics values collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement. We offer a fast‑paced work environment where team members are empowered to contribute, grow their skills, and make a meaningful impact across our operations. Team members have the opportunity to work alongside experienced professionals, gain exposure to diverse operations, and build a long‑term career within the logistics and supply chain industry. #J-18808-Ljbffr