Safety Coordinator

Tyler Distribution Centers LLC; Edison (NJ); On-site; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Tyler Distribution Centers LLC in Edison, NJ is seeking a Safety Coordinator to support day-to-day safety initiatives in a warehouse setting. This hourly role focuses on proactive safety through floor-level observations, coaching, and engagement with employees and contractors.

The ideal candidate will promote accountability, ensure compliance with safety standards and regulations, and partner with supervisors to maintain a safe workplace.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1+ year of experience in a warehouse, distribution, manufacturing, or industrial environment preferred.
• 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 escalate 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 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.

Job description

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Safety Coordinator

Edison, NJ, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 1190

Salary Range: $25.00 To $30.00 Hourly

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.

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 escalate 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.

The anticipated rate range for this position is $25 to $30 per hour . 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