Safety & 5S Lean Continuous Improvement Coordinator

Centro,-Inc.; Claremont (NC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Health benefits

401(k) with company match

Life and disability insurance

Health savings account

Paid time off

Bonus opportunities

Career growth

Job summary

Centro, Inc. is seeking a proactive Safety & 5S Lean Continuous Improvement Coordinator to promote a strong safety culture at our Claremont, NC manufacturing site.

The role focuses on implementing safety programs, OSHA compliance, incident investigations, and leading continuous improvement initiatives to ensure a safe and healthy workplace for all employees. The ideal candidate will develop and deliver safety training, coordinate with the Safety Team, and support workers' compensation efforts

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Promote a culture of workplace safety across all departments.
• Ensure implementation of safety strategies and action plans to meet safety goals.
• Develop, coordinate, and facilitate safety training programs for employees.
• Conduct workplace safety inspections and risk assessments to identify hazards.
• Lead incident investigations using root cause analysis and corrective actions.

Skills

Safety principles

Communication

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

MS Office

Cross-functional teamwork

Continuous improvement

Education

Bachelor's degree in Safety or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

OSHA compliance tools

Job description

Safety & 5S Lean Continuous Improvement Coordinator

Full Time Claremont, NC, US 1 Attachments

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.

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
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Life and disability insurance
• 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.