Safety Coordinator

Gordon Food Service; Aberdeen (MD); On-site; USD 62,000 - 97,000; Full time

Job summary

Gordon Food Service is seeking a Safety Coordinator to manage and enhance safety programs across their operations. This role involves ensuring compliance with safety regulations, conducting training, and collaborating with various departments to promote a safe working environment. Candidates should have relevant experience in safety management and a strong understanding of OSHA standards.

Qualifications

• Prior experience in a high-volume, fast-paced distribution or warehouse environment preferred.
• Experience in an industrial environment highly preferred.
• Food service industry experience highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage, deliver, monitor, and audit safety and accident prevention programs.
• Conduct safety training and education programs.
• Monitor and report on training effectiveness.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Collaboration

Problem-solving

Critical thinking

Knowledge of OSHA regulations

Education

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree in Occupational Health & Safety

Tools

Forklift certification

Job description

Welcome to Gordon Food Service! We are excited that you are considering opportunities with us. Below is an overview of who we are and the impact you could have on the food service industry. There's a seat at our table for you...

The Safety Coordinator manages, delivers, monitors, and audits all established safety and accident prevention programs to ensure effective training and compliance standards are in place. Ensures compliance with GFS safety procedures and government safety regulations.

Schedule: 5-day work week, Sunday to Friday

Must be able to work between 6:00 am and Midnight; schedule may vary.

Compensation Range: $62,060 - $96,815 (based on experience)

What you'll need to bring to this position:

• Conduct self-audits
• Prior experience in a high-volume, fast-paced distribution or warehouse environment (strongly preferred)
• Experience in an industrial environment (highly preferred)
• Food service industry experience (highly preferred)
• High school diploma or GED (required)
• Bachelor's degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental, Industrial Hygiene, or related field (preferred)
• Availability to support all shifts and departments as needed
• Forklift certification and reach truck experience (preferred)
• Limited travel (3-4 times per year)
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills
• Strong collaboration, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills
• Ability to plan, organize, and execute tasks efficiently
• Knowledge of OSHA and other regulatory agencies
• Awareness of safety development trends in warehouse/distribution

Other expectations include:

• Deliver safety training and education programs
• Conduct new hire and annual safety training
• Monitor and report on training effectiveness
• Manage incident investigations and corrective actions
• Support safety practices across departments
• Conduct safety inspections (fire, eyewash, fire suppression systems)
• Collaborate with managers and the Home Office on safety initiatives
• Support the Contractor Safety Program and Process Safety Management
• Perform safety observations (PIV, fall protection, arc flash, LOTO)
• Administer Back Strengthening Program where applicable
• Track safety data and communicate compliance status
• Responsible for OSHA reporting
• Assist HR with leave, disability, FMLA, and dispute resolution as needed

Join our culture where what matters to you, matters to us!

Gordon Food Service values our customers and recognizes that their success depends on their workforce. Candidates working for a GFS customer must provide a letter of support from their management for interview consideration.

We are committed to equal employment opportunity and a respectful work environment. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, or disability. For accommodations, contact [e-mail] with "Accommodation Request" in the subject line.

All locations are tobacco-free, and the company conducts pre-employment drug tests.