Regional Safety Specialist

Tyler Distribution Centers LLC; Richmond Hill (GA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Port Jersey Logistics Network is hiring a Regional Safety Specialist to support day-to-day safety initiatives at the assigned facility. You will conduct real-time coaching, perform inspections, and ensure compliance with safety standards and regulatory requirements.

The role requires OSHA 30 and PMHE Train-the-Trainer certifications, with training provided. Travel to the Baytown, TX facility is required quarterly, and a robust benefits package accompanies competitive hourly pay.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 1+ year of experience in a warehouse, distribution, manufacturing, or industrial environment preferred.
• Previous safety-related experience is a plus.
• Ability to obtain OSHA 30 certification (training provided).
• Ability to obtain PMHE Train-the-Trainer certification (training provided).
• Strong observation skills with the ability to confidently and respectfully coach employees at all levels.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Word and Excel.
• Bilingual English/Spanish is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Conduct daily safety observations throughout the warehouse, providing real-time coaching and reinforcement of safe work practices.
• Perform daily facility walks to identify and address safety concerns, including blocked exits, pallet securement, housekeeping.
• Document and elevate unsafe conditions or behaviors to the Safety Manager and appropriate supervisors.
• Complete weekly warehouse racking inspections and maintain accurate inspection records.
• Perform monthly fire extinguisher inspections to verify units are charged, tagged, and readily accessible.
• Conduct monthly facility safety audits and track corrective actions through completion.
• Meet weekly with supervisors to review safety performance, discuss open action items, and address workplace conditions.
• Participate in weekly facility safety meetings.
• Lead at least one weekly pre-shift safety meeting, communicating safety topics and reinforcing safe behaviors with employees.
• Train, evaluate, and certify employees on Powered Material Handling Equipment (PMHE) in accordance with company standards.
• Maintain accurate employee training and certification records.
• Ensure all contractors complete required safety documentation before beginning work on-site.
• Monitor contractor compliance with company safety policies while on facility grounds.
• Support daily pre-shift safety talks and employee stretching programs.
• Compile and submit weekly safety metrics and reports to the Safety Manager.
• Complete near-miss, incident, and injury reports, and assist with investigations and follow-up actions.
• Maintain organized safety documentation to support facility compliance and corporate recordkeeping.
• Help manage facility security systems, including alarm systems, CCTV, and visitor management processes to support a safe and secure workplace.

Skills

Observation skills

Coaching

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

OSHA 30 certification

PMHE Train-the-Trainer certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

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Regional Safety Specialist

7 days ago Requisition ID: 1197

The Safety Coordinator plays a key role in supporting the day-to-day execution of safety initiatives at their assigned facility under the direction of the Safety Manager. This is a hands-on, hourly position focused on maintaining a safe, compliant, and proactive warehouse environment through floor-level observations, inspections, coaching, and employee engagement.

The ideal candidate is a visible safety advocate who promotes accountability, reinforces safe work practices, and partners with supervisors, employees, and contractors to ensure compliance with company safety standards and regulatory requirements.

Travel Requirement: This position requires travel to our Baytown, TX facility for approximately one week per quarter.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct daily safety observations throughout the warehouse, providing real-time coaching and reinforcement of safe work practices.
• Perform daily facility walks to identify and address safety concerns, including blocked exits, pallet securement, housekeeping.
• Document and elevate unsafe conditions or behaviors to the Safety Manager and appropriate supervisors.
• Complete weekly warehouse racking inspections and maintain accurate inspection records.
• Perform monthly fire extinguisher inspections to verify units are charged, tagged, and readily accessible.
• Conduct monthly facility safety audits and track corrective actions through completion.
• Meet weekly with supervisors to review safety performance, discuss open action items, and address workplace conditions.
• Participate in weekly facility safety meetings.
• Lead at least one weekly pre-shift safety meeting, communicating safety topics and reinforcing safe behaviors with employees.
• Train, evaluate, and certify employees on Powered Material Handling Equipment (PMHE) in accordance with company standards.
• Maintain accurate employee training and certification records.
• Ensure all contractors complete required safety documentation before beginning work on-site.
• Monitor contractor compliance with company safety policies while on facility grounds.
• Support daily pre-shift safety talks and employee stretching programs.
• Compile and submit weekly safety metrics and reports to the Safety Manager.
• Complete near-miss, incident, and injury reports, and assist with investigations and follow-up actions.
• Maintain organized safety documentation to support facility compliance and corporate recordkeeping.
• Help manage facility security systems, including alarm systems, CCTV, and visitor management processes to support a safe and secure workplace.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 1+ year of experience in a warehouse, distribution, manufacturing, or industrial environment preferred.
• Previous safety-related experience is a plus.
• Ability to obtain OSHA 30 certification (training provided).
• Ability to obtain Powered Material Handling Equipment (PMHE) Train-the-Trainer certification (training provided).
• Strong observation skills with the ability to confidently and respectfully coach employees at all levels.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Word and Excel.
• Bilingual English/Spanish is a plus.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk throughout a warehouse environment for the duration of a shift.
• Ability to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE), including high-visibility vests and steel-toe footwear.
• Ability to work comfortably in varying warehouse temperatures, including hot and cold environments.
• In addition to competitive pay, Port Jersey Logistics Network offers a robust benefits package including health, dental, and vision coverage, a 401(k) retirement plan, and paid time off.

Port Jersey Logistics Network provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws