Safety Coordinator

Rust Belt Recruiting; Marietta (OH); On-site; USD 75,000 - 92,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Safety Coordinator to manage health and safety programs within manufacturing. This role involves developing compliance strategies, conducting audits, and maintaining a safety culture on the production floor. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s degree in a safety-related field and extensive experience in safety management.

Qualifications

• Minimum five (5) years of health and safety experience in manufacturing.
• Experience with OSHA recordkeeping and worker's compensation.
• Certified Safety Professional (CSP) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and oversee health and safety programs.
• Conduct regular audits for safety compliance.
• Facilitate incident investigations and corrective actions.

Skills

Communication

Organizational Skills

Process Management

Analysis

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in safety-related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Title: Safety Coordinator

Shift: First Shift, Monday - Friday

Salary: $75,000 - $92,000, dependent on experience

Safety Coordinator Role:

This role is responsible for planning, establishing, implementing, and maintaining a variety of health and safety programs to ensure the highest possible degree of employee safety and regulatory compliance. The Safety Coordinator will be a visible presence on the manufacturing floor, partnering with all levels of the organization to champion a culture of safety.

Safety Coordinator Responsibilities:

• Serve as a primary and visible safety resource with a heavy presence on the production floor through assessments, audits, and GEMBA walks
• Develop, implement, and oversee health and safety programs to ensure that all federal, state, and local laws are observed
• Lead the joint Company/Union Safety Committee and associated safety walks
• Facilitate the incident investigation process to ensure root cause analysis and timely implementation of corrective actions
• Manage all worker’s compensation cases and comply with all OSHA recordkeeping and reporting requirements
• Perform regular program audits for key standards such as Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), Hazard Communication (HAZCOM), confined space, and fall protection
• Conduct daily, monthly, and annual inspections on safety equipment such as ventilation hoods, fire systems, and AEDs
• Develop and maintain controls for identified hazards and evaluate the effectiveness of the hazard control systems
• Conduct new hire safety orientations and provide engaging monthly and annual safety training to all employees
• Monitor, revise, and implement ongoing updates in safety regulations, laws, or reporting requirements

Safety Coordinator Reporting Relationships:

This position will report directly to the Vice President of Operations and will have no direct reports.

About You:

• Possess a Bachelor’s degree, preferably in a safety-related field
• Have a minimum of five (5) years of relevant health and safety experience within a manufacturing environment
• Experience managing worker’s compensation cases and maintaining OSHA recordkeeping
• Demonstrate extensive experience working within a unionized workforce
• Proven ability to analyze accident data and conduct Job Hazard Analyses (JHA)
• Thrive on being present and active on the production floor rather than in an office
• Strong planning, organizational, and follow-up skills with the ability to manage processes to completion
• Excellent communication skills with an ability to deliver effective training to all levels of the organization
• Proficient with Microsoft Office applications
• Certified Safety Professional (CSP) designation is preferred
• First Aid/CPR certification is preferred

Next Steps:

If you are a hands-on safety professional with excellent process management skills, we would like to hear from you.

Additional Information:

Our client is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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Compensation:
$75,000-$92,000 per year