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:
The Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer.