Safety & 5S Lean Continuous Improvement Coordinator

CentroGIF; Claremont (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Health savings account

Paid time off

Bonus opportunities

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Centro, Inc. in North Carolina is seeking a proactive Safety Coordinator to promote a safety-first culture across our manufacturing operation.

You will implement safety programs, ensure OSHA compliance, conduct training, investigate incidents, and drive continuous improvement to keep everyone safe. The role involves coordinating inspections, risk assessments, incident investigations, and return-to-work processes, plus mentoring leaders on safety practices and managing safety budgets.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of safety regulations and best practices.
• Strong communication skills, verbal and written.
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and follow through on action items.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and other computer systems.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.
• Knowledge of OSHA regulations and incident investigation techniques.

Responsibilities

• Promote and reinforce a culture of workplace safety across all departments.
• Ensure implementation of safety strategies and action plans to achieve established safety goals.
• Develop, coordinate, and facilitate safety training programs for employees.
• Conduct workplace safety inspections and risk assessments to identify and correct hazards.
• Lead incident investigations using root cause analysis and corrective action processes.
• Manage and track safety incidents, near misses, first aid cases, and OSHA recordable events.
• Maintain OSHA compliance and stay current with occupational health and safety regulations.
• Coordinate and support the facility Safety Team, including goal development and action planning.
• Perform regular facility safety audits and recommend improvements.
• Partner with leadership to implement preventive safety measures and best practices.
• Assist with workers' compensation case management and return-to-work programs.
• Monitor safety-related costs and assist in managing the safety budget.
• Communicate safety topics and updates during team meetings and throughout the organization.
• Provide coaching and mentorship to leaders and team members regarding safety practices.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives related to workplace health and safety.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Occupational safety knowledge

Verbal and written communication

Organizational/analytical skills

Multi-tasking & follow-through

Microsoft Office proficiency

Interpersonal collaboration

Commitment to safety/continuousimprove

Education

Bachelor's degree in Safety or related field

Job description

Position Summary

We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Safety Coordinator to promote and support a strong "Safety First" culture throughout our manufacturing operation. The Safety Coordinator is responsible for implementing safety programs, ensuring OSHA compliance, conducting safety training, investigating incidents, and driving continuous improvement initiatives that create a safe and healthy work environment for all employees.

This role is critical in maintaining workplace safety, reducing incidents, supporting workers' compensation efforts, and ensuring compliance with all applicable safety regulations.

Key Responsibilities

• Promote and reinforce a culture of workplace safety across all departments.
• Ensure implementation of safety strategies and action plans to achieve established safety goals.
• Develop, coordinate, and facilitate safety training programs for employees.
• Conduct workplace safety inspections and risk assessments to identify and correct hazards.
• Lead incident investigations using root cause analysis and corrective action processes.
• Manage and track safety incidents, near misses, first aid cases, and OSHA recordable events.
• Maintain OSHA compliance and stay current with occupational health and safety regulations.
• Coordinate and support the facility Safety Team, including goal development and action planning.
• Perform regular facility safety audits and recommend improvements.
• Partner with leadership to implement preventive safety measures and best practices.
• Assist with workers' compensation case management and return-to-work programs.
• Monitor safety-related costs and assist in managing the safety budget.
• Communicate safety topics and updates during team meetings and throughout the organization.
• Provide coaching and mentorship to leaders and team members regarding safety practices.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives related to workplace health and safety.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required Skills & Experience

• Knowledge of occupational safety and health principles, regulations, and best practices.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and follow through on action items.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and other computer systems.
• Ability to work effectively with employees at all levels of the organization.
• Strong commitment to safety, quality, teamwork, and continuous improvement.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Liberal Arts, Occupational Safety, or a related field.
• Equivalent combination of education and relevant safety experience will also be considered.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.
• Knowledge of OSHA regulations, workers' compensation administration, and incident investigation techniques.

What We Offer:

• Competitive Pay
• Comprehensive benefits package including:
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Life and disability insurance
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Health savings account
  • Paid time off
  • Bonus opportunities
• Opportunity to grow with North America’s largest custom rotational molder

Pre-employment physical and drug screening required

Ready to build a career—not just punch a clock? Come see what makes Centro different.

Centro, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.