Safety Coordinator

Alpha-Baking-Co.,-Inc.; La Porte (IN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off and holidays

Certification support

Job summary

Alpha-Baking-Co., Inc. is seeking a Safety Specialist to lead safety programs and ensure OSHA/EPA compliance across manufacturing sites. You will conduct inspections, coordinate training, and drive incident investigations to prevent recurring hazards.

The role requires strong communication, on-floor visibility (50%+), and collaboration with maintenance and supervisory teams. Travel within Chicagoland locations is expected; some overnight travel may be required.

Qualifications

• Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety or related field.
• 1–3 years of experience in safety roles within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of OSHA standards, machine safety, and hazard control methods.
• Exceptional attention to detail and ability to identify hazards before they become issues.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Requires strong presence on the production floor (≥50% time) and interaction with all staff.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and safety management systems.

Responsibilities

• Monitor daily manufacturing operations for OSHA, EPA, and company safety compliance.
• Conduct safety inspections, audits, and risk assessments across all shifts.
• Investigate workplace incidents, near misses, and equipment hazards; prepare reports and corrective actions.
• Schedule and coordinate annual safety training programs and emergency drills.
• Deliver safety training on lockout/tagout, machine guarding, PPE, and emergency response.
• Maintain safety documentation, including SDS records and compliance logs.
• Assist in ergonomic improvements and industrial hygiene practices.
• Collaborate with supervisors and maintenance to ensure safe equipment operation and preventive maintenance schedules.
• Actively participate in the Safety Committee and safety initiatives.
• Advise on safety topics and inspect premises for non-conformities.
• Stop unsafe acts or processes as needed.
• Occasional travel to other sites; home base in Chicagoland with regular travel.
• Flexible to support multiple shifts.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

OSHA standards

Safety inspections

Incident investigation

Training delivery

On-floor presence

Microsoft Office

Safety management systems

Education

Associate or bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety

Tools

Safety management software

SDS documentation

Job description

• Monitor daily manufacturing operations for compliance with OSHA, EPA, and company safety standards.


• Conduct regular plant safety inspections, audits, and risk assessments across all shifts.


• Investigate workplace incidents, near misses, and equipment-related hazards; prepare detailed reports and corrective action plans.


• Schedule and coordinate annual safety training programs and emergency drills for all employees.


• Conduct training sessions and presentations on health and safety topics and accident prevention for employees and supervisors.


• Deliver safety training on topics such as lockout/tagout, machine guarding, PPE usage, and emergency response.


• Maintain accurate safety documentation, including SDS records and compliance logs.


• Assist in implementing ergonomic improvements and industrial hygiene practices.


• Collaborate with supervisors and maintenance teams to ensure safe equipment operation and preventive maintenance schedules.


• Safety Committee: Actively participate in the company Safety Committee, providing input on safety initiatives and continuous improvement projects.


• Advising and instructing on various safety-related topics (e.g., noise levels, proper use of machinery, PPE compliance).


• Inspect premises and personnel work practices to identify issues or non-conformity (e.g., not using protective equipment).


• Stop any unsafe acts or processes that appear dangerous or unhealthy.


• Travel: Occasional overnight travel to other company sites or training locations may be required.


• Location: Position will have a home base at one of our Chicagoland locations with regular (daily/weekly) travel to all Chicagoland locations.


• Shifts: Must be flexible to work with teams on different shifts (day, evening, or weekend) as needed.


• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Associate or Bachelor's degree in Occupational Safety, Industrial Engineering, or related field (preferred).


• 1-3 years of experience in safety roles within a manufacturing environment.


• Strong knowledge of OSHA standards, machine safety, and hazard control methods.


• Exceptional attention to detail and ability to identify hazards before they become issues.


• Excellent communication and presentation skills.


• Requires having a strong presence on the production floor (minimum 50% time on production floor) and interacting with all levels of staff.


• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and safety management systems.


• Preferred Certifications:


• First Aid/CPR


• Certified Safety Professional (CSP) or similar


• Health, dental, and vision insurance


• Paid time off and holidays


• Opportunities for professional growth and certification support

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