Safety Coordinator

Barton Professional Placement Group; Des Plaines (IL); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision benefits

401(k) plan with company match

Generous PTO policy

Job summary

A leading logistics company is seeking a detail-oriented Bilingual Spanish/English Safety Coordinator to enhance health and safety programs. Responsibilities include conducting workplace inspections, developing safety training, and ensuring compliance with regulations. Candidates must have a Bachelor’s degree and 8-10 years of experience. This role involves extensive travel throughout the U.S. The position offers a salary of $80,000 to $90,000 annually, along with a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Minimum experience of 8-10 years required.
• Willingness to travel to company facilities throughout the U.S. required.
• Previous experience in a logistics or warehouse environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct regular workplace inspections to identify hazards.
• Develop and implement control measures to mitigate risks.
• Educate employees on safety protocols.
• Prepare training programs to enhance safety awareness.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Engage with employees at all levels for safety feedback.

Skills

Bilingual Spanish/English

Knowledge of OSHA standards

Safety inspection experience

Data analysis skills

Excellent communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science or Health Sciences

Tools

EHS management software

Job description

Our client, a leader in Logistics and Supply Chain Solutions, is seeking a detail-oriented Bilingual Spanish/English Safety Coordinator to lead the development of and support continuous improvement of health and safety programs and initiatives.

The salary range for this position is $80,000.00/yr - $90,000.00/yr.

This is a 1st Shift opportunity with extensive traveling throughout the U.S.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct regular workplace inspections to identify and assess chemical, physical, and biological hazards.
• Develop and implement control measures to mitigate risks and prevent workplace incidents.
• Educate employees on safety protocols, including hazard recognition and emergency response procedures.
• Prepare and implement training programs to enhance safety awareness and compliance.
• Promote a culture of safety through open communication and reinforcement of safe work practices.
• Collect and analyze EHS data, including incident rates and environmental impact metrics.
• Utilize EHS management software and compliance tools for monitoring and reporting.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Engage with employees at all levels to gather feedback and address safety concerns.
• Support continuous improvement of health and safety programs and initiatives.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Health Sciences, or a related field is required.
• Bilingual Spanish/English is required.
• Minimum experience of 8-10 years required.
• Willingness to travel to company facilities throughout the U.S. required
• Strong knowledge of OSHA standards and other regulatory compliance requirements.
• Experience conducting workplace safety inspections and risk assessments.
• Proficiency in EHS management software and data analysis tools.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to foster employee engagement.
• Ability to design and deliver safety training programs.
• Analytical skills to interpret EHS data and recommend improvements.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively across teams.
• Previous experience in a logistics or warehouse environment preferred.

Benefits:

• Great benefits package-Medical/Dental/Vision
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Generous PTO policy

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from diverse candidates.