Safety / Traffic Coordinator

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for a Safety / Traffic Coordinator for a project-based position in Fullerton.

2nd shift 3pm - 12:00am + overtime + weekends as needed.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor and enforce safe traffic flow of forklifts, trucks, and pedestrian workers within plant areas.
• Ensure clear separation of pedestrian walkways and forklift operating zones.
• Enforce mandatory stopping procedures at intersections, blind corners, dock doors, and pedestrian crossings.
• Ensure forklift operators follow speed limits, horn use rules, and stop-and-look protocols.
• Investigate near-misses and incidents involving vehicles or pedestrians and recommend corrective actions.
• Coordinate with production and warehouse teams to reduce traffic congestion during peak operations.
• Maintain compliance with OSHA and company safety standards.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives to reduce traffic-related risks.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Strong understanding of forklift operations and pedestrian safety practices
• Ability to observe, correct, and document unsafe behaviors
• Good communication and training skills
• Attention to detail and strong situational awareness

Core Safety Focus

• Forklifts must stop at all designated intersections and pedestrian crossings
• Pedestrians must have right-of-way in marked walkways
• Eye contact or acknowledgment required between drivers and pedestrians before movement
• Zero tolerance for unsafe bypassing of stop points or blocked sightlines

Fluent Spanish/English required

Public speaking (Able to present Safety Meetings in large groups)

Knowledge in Injury reporting