Manufacturing Safety Excellence Lead

LAKE CABLE, LLC; Valparaiso (IN); On-site; USD 36,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Lake Cable, LLC in Valparaiso, IN is seeking a Safety Coordinator to lead and improve our safety programs in a fast-paced manufacturing setting. You will partner with production, maintenance, engineering and leadership to drive compliance and reduce risk.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in a safety-related field, 3 years of safety experience in manufacturing, and strong OSHA knowledge. OSHA 30 or CSP/ASP certifications are a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Occupational Safety, EHS, Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum 3 years of safety experience in manufacturing or industrial environments.
• Strong knowledge of OSHA regulations and safety management principles.
• OSHA 30 and professional certifications (ASP, CSP, CHST) are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and support facility safety programs to ensure OSHA compliance and workplace safety.
• Conduct safety inspections, audits, risk assessments, and Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs).
• Lead incident and near-miss investigations, determine root causes, and implement corrective actions.
• Develop, revise, and maintain safety policies, procedures, standards, and work instructions.
• Create and implement new safety processes, guidance, and best practices that drive continuous improvement.
• Partner with operations and engineering teams to develop engineering controls and innovative solutions that eliminate or reduce workplace hazards.
• Conduct employee safety orientations, training programs, toolbox talks, and safety awareness initiatives.
• Track safety metrics, corrective actions, and compliance activities.
• Support emergency preparedness activities and participate in safety committees and improvement projects.
• Performs PPE inspections when applicable and maintain log with inspection dates.
• Performs clerical duties related to the Safety department including logs and forms.
• Drafts and submits reports and work orders related to health and safety operations.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Influence safe behaviors

Risk reduction

Safety program development

Safety training

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Occupational Safety/EHS/Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Lake Cable, LLC in Valparaiso, IN is seeking a Safety Coordinator to lead and improve our safety programs in a fast-paced manufacturing setting. You will partner with production, maintenance, engineering and leadership to drive compliance and reduce risk.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in a safety-related field, 3 years of safety experience in manufacturing, and strong OSHA knowledge. OSHA 30 or CSP/ASP certifications are a plus.