Corporate Safety Trainer

Ozinga; Mokena (IL); On-site; USD 81,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Ozinga in Mokena, IL is seeking a Corporate Safety Trainer to partner with the VP of Safety on training strategy, policy updates, and program delivery. This role ensures regulatory compliance across OSHA, DOT, and other agencies while improving safety training performance.

You will coordinate with departments to document training, track completion, and maintain the training calendar, supporting a safe, compliant workplace for all employees.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required; Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Ability to read, write, and speak fluently in Spanish is preferred.
• 3 years of safety experience with OSHA/DOT preferred.

Responsibilities

• New Hire Orientation: prepares onboarding paperwork and facilitates safety training.
• Safety: promote a caring safety culture and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Safety Training: engage workers across roles and manage annual trainings.
• Documents and tracks continued education and training across the company.
• Manages Train the Trainer process and maintains the Safety schedule.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Communication

Process improvement

Attention to detail

Time management

Team collaboration

Safety training

Education

High School Diploma

Bachelor's degree preferred

Spanish language skills preferred

Job description

Summary

The Corporate Safety Trainer works with the VP of Safety on managing the training process and needs for its employees. This position coordinates with relevant departments to develop and update training policies, programs, and procedures. The Corporate Safety Trainer continuously documents and tracks training across the Company to ensure the right people have the right training. The primary function of this position is to ensure compliance of all company operations as regulated by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), the Department of Transportation (DOT), and other regulatory agencies, as well as improving safety performance training.

Overview

Salary: $81,000 - $100,000 Annually

On-site in Mokena, IL

Summary

The Corporate Safety Trainer works with the VP of Safety on managing the training process and needs for its employees. This position coordinates with relevant departments to develop and update training policies, programs, and procedures. The Corporate Safety Trainer continuously documents and tracks training across the Company to ensure the right people have the right training. The primary function of this position is to ensure compliance of all company operations as regulated by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), the Department of Transportation (DOT), and other regulatory agencies, as well as improving safety performance training.

Principal Duties And Responsibilities

New Hire Orientation

• Prepares safety onboarding paperwork
• Facilitates new hire day 1 and day 2 safety training
• Reviews completed new-hire safety training documents

Safety

• Prioritize a safety culture of caring that goes beyond basic regulatory compliance
• Continuously improve and present new hire training
• Create relevant and attention getting safety reminders and training for current coworkers
• Interpret and implement federal and state safety regulations to ensure compliance across the company

Safety Training

• Create new ways to engage coworkers during recurring safety training; audience could include drivers, miners, deckhands, mechanics, operations personnel, office workers and owners
• Assists with annual training for Yard Workers, Mechanics and Maintenance team
• Documents and tracks other required continued education and training
• Performs the following safety training throughout the Company: OSHA 10/30, First Aid and CPR, Forklift, Aerial Lift, Confined Space, Lockout / Tagout, Fall Protection, Smith System, etc.
• Manages the Train the Trainer process
• Maintains training schedule for the Safety Department
• Updates written training program as needed

Global Responsibilities

• Regular attendance and physical presence at work is an essential function of this position
• This job may require additional duties not listed above and the employee may be asked to perform those duties to meet business needs

Qualifications

Education/Specialized Knowledge/Professional Certifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• Bachelor's Degree preferred
• Ability to read, write, and speak fluently in Spanish is preferred

Experience

• Previous experience with OSHA, DOT and other regulatory agencies preferred
• 3 years of safety as core responsibility preferred

Skills/Abilities

• Advanced in Microsoft Office
• Strong and effective communication skills via in person, phone and email
• Strong desire and ability to improve existing processes
• High level of attention to detail
• Ability to prioritize and quickly respond to challenges under tight deadlines and work well under pressure
• Ability to collaborate and work well with people through all levels of the company
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment

Working Conditions

• Operation within a professional office environment
• Routine usage of standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers and filing cabinets
• Regularly works outdoors in all weather and ground conditions
• Travel required to visit plants and sites

Physical Requirements

• Regularly required to talk or hear; frequently is required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms
• Occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds

Benefits Information

At Ozinga, we care about the well-being of our team members both in and out of the workplace. That's why we're proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, financial security, and overall quality of life.

Our Benefits Include

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance - Protecting your health and providing peace of mind.
• Retirement Plan Options - Helping you build a secure future.
• Voluntary Benefits - Helping you to cover unexpected expenses.
• Work-Life Balance - Supporting flexibility so you can thrive in every area of your life.
• Employee Assistance Program - Offering confidential support for personal and professional challenges.
• Wellness Program - Promoting a healthy lifestyle through resources and incentives.

We believe that when our co-workers feel their best, they can do their best. Join us and experience the difference of working for a company that values you!

Ozinga is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider applications for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, veteran status, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, citizenship status, genetic information, or any other legally protected status.