Safety Coordinator

Modula USA; Franklin (OH); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Safety Coordinator to enhance workplace safety and health. This pivotal role involves collaborating with the Safety Manager to implement effective health and safety programs, ensuring compliance with OSHA standards, and fostering a culture of safety across all levels of the organization. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication and time management skills, along with a background in manufacturing. Join a team that values continuous improvement, teamwork, and accountability, where your contributions will help create a safe and engaging work environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required with 2+ years of experience in manufacturing.
• Knowledge of OSHA and safety regulations is essential.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate safety programs and facilitate EHS initiatives.
• Manage incidents and ensure compliance with safety standards.

Skills

Communication Skills

Time Management

Knowledge of OSHA Regulations

Manufacturing Aptitude

Relationship Building

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

MS Office

Document Management Software

Job description

Description

Who We Are:

Modula is the leading US manufacturer of vertical lift modules (VLM) and automated storage and retrieval systems. Modula US has Manufacturing plants in Dayton, OH and Lewiston, ME, and remote locations throughout the US. Our corporate global headquarters is in Italy with many locations around the globe. Modula’s goal is to be an exceptional workplace admired for growing and developing talented employees and leaders, building innovative products through the development of a highly skilled and engaged workforce.

Modula’s Values: We are culture and value driven; regardless of position and title we are all in all the time.

· Passion- Proud of our work/Modula, love what you do, positive energy, go the extra mile, engaging

· Pursuit of Excellence- Continuous improvement, committed, attention to detail

· Accountability- Lead by example, follow through, integrity, create trust with team & customers.

· Agility- Flexible & adaptable, embrace change, ability to multi-task, sense of urgency.

· Teamwork- Proactive & effective communication, respect, humility, curious, openminded, diversity

Position Purpose:

To promote a safe and healthy workplace; this position will work collaboratively with the Safety Manager to facilitate Health & Safety programs, in a manner consistent with Corporate and regulatory standards, with the goal of striving for zero injuries. In this capacity, you will support the health, safety, and wellness of all levels of employees through training, modeling, and supporting EHS programs, while continuously improving our EHS initiatives.

This role is pivotal in coordinating the company’s safety programs. In this capacity, you will make a difference by:

· Providing subject matter expertise for all safety topics.

· Act as a trainer in both formal and informal learning moments.

· Manage incidents, injuries, near misses; ensure incident investigations lead to the effective and timely implementation of corrective actions.

· Support, develop, and direct employee safety teams/initiatives such as JHA, Emergency Response, Facility Inspection, and Accident Investigation.

· Facilitate Safety Committee meetings and encourage employee participation at all levels.

· Produce written and/or visual communications for a variety of EHS communications (programs, signage, training, etc.), support department communication needs.

· Foster teamwork by working across departments is needed to share the best practices and provide support where expertise is required.

· Maintain all required EHS documentation; ensure compliance with OSHA standards.

· Actively participate in professional learning and/or organizations and apply/share learning within the organization.

Additional opportunities may include:

• Mitigate hazards throughout the plant, define and facilitate appropriate controls.

• Manage occupational healthcare and workers compensation cases through resolution, including communication with insurance carriers and third-party administrators.

• Support administrative tasks related to safety programs, including recordkeeping, tracking training completions, maintaining OSHA documentation, and assisting with workers' compensation reports.

• Conduct and support internal audits to proactively identify and address risks; assist with preparation for external audits and inspections.

• Participate in cross-functional kaizen events for projects and initiatives.

• Work cross-functionally to integrate safety into the launch of new products, acquisition of new equipment, and other operational changes; assist in program development and review.

• Perform tests and conduct measurements and audits related to process controls and exposures.

Requirements

Qualifications and Skills:

The individual in this position must have a high degree of integrity, resourcefulness, and professionalism in working with colleagues, clients, and vendors. Relationship building, internal customer service, and the ability to follow up in a timely manner are critical for success. The ideal candidate will have relative experience, excellent communication and time management skills, and manufacturing aptitude. To be successful in this role, a qualified applicant should possess the following attributes.

· Bachelor's Degree required

Minimum of two (2) years of relative experience required, preferably in a manufacturing setting; a combination of experience and education can be considered.

· Knowledge of Federal (OSHA), State, and local safety regulations.

· Ability to communicate effectively through a variety of medium, written and verbal, across all levels including identifying concerns, making recommendations, and conducting safety trainings.

· A passion for learning and sharing knowledge of occupational safety programs, process, and expectations.

· The ability to work both independently and collaboratively.

· Effective time management & organizational skill.

· Strong computer skills including proficiency in current versions of MS Office is required, including PowerPoint and Publisher; must be able to navigate custom databases and online document management software.

Health and Safety Requirement:

At Modula, the expectation is that every employee contributes to a safe and healthy workplace. Employees are expected to be active participants by following all safety policies and procedures, reporting unsafe conditions or at-risk behaviors to leadership, and conducting work in a safe manner. Those in a leadership role are also expected to model safe behaviors, evaluate risk, and ensure that risks are reduced to acceptable levels. As the Safety Coordinator, you will be a leader in building this culture.

Work Environment:

• Walking, standing, and sitting throughout workday
• Ability to type, work on a computer, and operate standard office equipment
• Lifting 0-25 lbs., 25-50 lbs. (infrequent)
• Twisting, squatting, bending, kneeling, crawling, climbing

Must be able to pass background check and drug screening.

Modula Inc. is an EEO (Equal Employment Opportunity) Employer. Our search and selection process are based on identifying qualified candidates who are highly motivated to grow with our company. Employment decisions are based on the principles of equal employment opportunity. Recruitment, testing/assessment, selection, and promotion will be administered without regard to race, color, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, religion, age, ancestry or national origin, whistleblower activity, previous assertion of a claim or right under worker’s compensation, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

Disclaimer: Where a specific pay range is noted, it is a good faith estimate at the time of this posting. The actual salary offered will be based on experience, skills, qualifications, market / business considerations, and geographic location.