Safety Coordinator

Carpenter & Paterson; Westwego (LA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k with company match

Short-Term Disability

Long-Term Disability

Life Insurance

Job summary

Carpenter & Paterson, Inc. is seeking a full-time Safety Coordinator to lead the Environmental, Health & Safety programs at the Waggaman, LA facility.

The role provides day-to-day EHS ownership and acts as the primary on-site contact, supported by Corporate EHS for training, auditing, and resources. Ideal candidates have at least 2 years of EHS or safety experience in manufacturing, strong communication skills, and the ability to lead training and investigations.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years in EHS or safety, preferably in manufacturing or industrial setting.
• Ability to lead training, safety meetings, and engage employees at all levels.
• Detail-oriented with solid follow-through and accountability.

Responsibilities

• Support and maintain the facility's EHS programs and ensure OSHA/EPA/local compliance.
• Maintain EHS records, injury/illness docs, reporting, inspections, and documentation.
• Conduct routine inspections, hazard and risk assessments, and coordinate corrective actions.
• Lead or assist incident investigations and root-cause analysis.
• Coordinate employee safety training and track training records.
• Promote safety culture with a visible on-site presence and engagement.

Skills

EHS experience

Strong communication

Training & presentations

Compliance knowledge

MS Office / EHS software

Tools

EHS software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Posted Wednesday, August 26, 2026 at 5:00 AM

Come Join the Winning Team!

Carpenter & Paterson, Inc. is currently hiring for a full-time Safety Coordinator to work out of our Waggaman, LA location. The Safety Coordinator will support and coordinate the Environmental, Health & Safety programs at our Waggaman manufacturing facility. This position will have day-to-day ownership of the EHS program at the Waggaman facility, serving as the primary EHS presence and point of contact on site. The Corporate EHS team will provide direction, resources, training, auditing, and ongoing support to ensure the facility's EHS programs are effectively implemented and maintained.

• Support and maintain the facility's EHS programs and ensure compliance with applicable OSHA, EPA, state, and local regulations.
• Maintain EHS records, including injury/illness documentation, required reporting, inspections, and program documentation.
• Conduct routine workplace inspections, hazard assessments, and risk assessments and coordinate corrective actions.
• Lead or assist with incident, accident, and near-miss investigations, including root-cause analysis and follow-up.
• Coordinate employee EHS training, maintain training records, and communicate applicable safety requirements and regulatory updates.
• Maintain a visible presence on the manufacturing floor, engaging employees and supervisors to identify hazards, encourage reporting, and address safety concerns.
• Support emergency preparedness, drills, and response activities as needed.
• Monitor EHS performance and trends and provide regular safety metrics and reports to facility and Corporate EHS leadership.
• Lead and facilitate the facility Safety Committee and actively participate in required EHS meetings.
• Serve as the facility's primary EHS point of contact and liaison, ensuring safety concerns and corrective actions are communicated, assigned, tracked, and completed while promoting employee engagement and a positive safety culture.

Ideal Candidate:

• Minimum 2 years of EHS or safety experience, preferably in a manufacturing, industrial, or similar environment.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to effectively communicate with employees at all levels.
• Comfortable leading safety training, presentations, and meetings and engaging employees in safety discussions.
• Strong computer skills and the ability to learn and utilize EHS software, reporting systems, and Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to work effectively in a manufacturing environment, including regularly walking the facility and working around equipment, noise, and varying environmental conditions.
• Strong planning, organization, and coordination skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Demonstrates initiative and a proactive approach to identifying hazards, addressing concerns, and improving safety.
• Detail-oriented with strong follow-through and accountability.
• Ability to work independently while also collaborating effectively with employees, supervisors, facility leadership, and Corporate EHS.
• EHS-related certifications are a plus, including OSHA 30, COSS, CHST, RCRA, First Aid/CPR, or other relevant certifications.

Days/Shift:

• Monday thru Thursday 8:00am-5:00pm
• Friday 8:00am-2:30pm
• Weekly pay
• Competitive hourly pay based on previous experience
• Paid Time Off
• Low affordable rates for Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance as well other benefits such as 401k with company matching (4%), Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance after 60 days

We specialize in the manufacture and distribution of a complete line of pipe hangers and supports for commercial and industrial applications since 1913. With five locations in the U.S and growing., our supports have been specified and installed on major water treatment, pharmaceutical, process piping, petro-chemical, hospitals, and school buildings as well as many other industrial projects throughout the world.