Safety Coordinator

Champion-Packaging-; Woodridge (IL); On-site; USD 59,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

Champion-Packaging- in Illinois is seeking a bilingual Safety Coordinator to support HR administration, payroll/timekeeping, and safety compliance for a warehouse operation. Fluency in Spanish and English is required to communicate with staff and manage documentation.

The role covers HR support, safety coordination, and general duties. It is a full-time, in-person position with comprehensive benefits including 401(k), health and dental insurance, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Bilingual in Spanish and English is required.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in HR, safety, or warehouse operations.
• Associate’s degree in HR, Business Administration, Occupational Safety, or related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support HR administration, employee records, payroll/timekeeping, and benefits.
• Conduct warehouse safety inspections and enforce safety policies.
• Prepare HR reports, metrics, and compliance documentation.
• Serve as a point of contact for HR and safety concerns.
• Perform other duties to support HR and warehouse operations.

Skills

Bilingual in Spanish & English

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

Associate’s degree in HR or related field

Tools

MS Office

HRIS

Payroll systems

Job description

Description

Position Summary:

The Safety Coordinator supports human resources functions and maintains a safe, compliant warehouse environment. This role includes HR administration, employee relations, payroll/timekeeping support, and safety compliance. Bilingual in Spanish and English is required to communicate effectively with warehouse staff.

Requirements

Key Responsibilities:

Human Resources Support

• Assist in recruitment and onboarding, including posting job openings, scheduling interviews, and preparing new hire documentation.
• Maintain accurate employee records, attendance, and training documentation.
• Support payroll and timecard tracking, ensuring timely and accurate submissions.
• Assist with benefits administration and employee inquiries.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and procedures.

Safety Coordination

• Conduct regular warehouse safety inspections and identify hazards.
• Implement and enforce safety policies and procedures.
• Maintain records of incidents, near misses, and workplace injuries; report to management and regulatory agencies.
• Coordinate safety training programs (forklift certification, PPE usage, emergency response drills).
• Investigate accidents and recommend corrective actions.

General Duties

• Support performance management and employee relations issues.
• Prepare HR reports, metrics, and compliance documentation.
• Serve as a point of contact for HR and safety concerns.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support HR and warehouse operations.

Qualifications:

• Bilingual in Spanish and English (required).
• Minimum 5 years of experience in HR, safety, or warehouse operations.
• Associate’s degree in HR, Business Administration, Occupational Safety, or related field preferred.
• Knowledge of HR practices, labor laws, and safety regulations (OSHA compliance preferred).
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office; experience with HRIS or payroll systems preferred.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to walk, stand, and move throughout the warehouse for inspections and training.
• Hours-7:30am-4:00pm M-F
• Benefits:
• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance
• Paid Weekly

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement:

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.

Job Type:

Full-time

Pay:

From $65,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Experience:

• Human resources: 5 years (Required)

Language:

• Spanish (Required)

Work Location:

In person