Safety Coordinator 1

UFP Industries; White Bear Lake (MN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Health savings account with company"

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance (basic/voluntary)

Disability insurance

401(k) plan with company match

Paid vacation and holidays

Stock purchase program with employee‑r

Educational reimbursement

Wellness programs

Job summary

UFP Industries in Minnesota is seeking a Safety Coordinator to oversee and enhance the facility's safety programs and initiatives. You will inspect operations, coordinate training, and ensure proper PPE and guards are in place to protect workers.

You will lead the Safety Committee, manage OSHA 300 logs, conduct forklift and first aid trainings, and coordinate inspections by regulatory agencies. The role emphasizes proactive safety leadership and compliance with DOT and OSHA standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum high school graduate.
• Minimum zero to two years of experience in safety or woodworking operations.
• Working knowledge of computer and business software (Excel/Word/Outlook).
• Preferred First Aid and CPR and knowledge of OSHA/DOT regulations.

Responsibilities

• Regularly inspects facility operations to ensure safe practices and proper PPE usage.
• Investigates accidents and near-misses and implements corrective actions.
• Develops safety programs and incentives with management.
• Conducts new hire safety training and communicates safety policies.
• Provides training on safe operation of machinery and equipment.
• Chairs the Safety Committee and coordinates safety initiatives.
• Maintains OSHA 300 log and safety reports.
• Coordinates forklift training and fire inspection tours.
• Monitors hearing conservation program and medical restrictions.

Skills

Safety procedures

Training delivery

Computer literacy (MS Office)

First Aid/CPR knowledge

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Excel

Word

Outlook

Job description

Job Summary

The Safety Coordinator is responsible for the coordination, facilitation, and supervision of the facility’s safety programs and initiatives.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

• Regularly inspects facility operations to ensure that safe job practices are followed, protective equipment is properly utilized, and all required machine/process guards are in place and operational
• Investigates and facilitate the investigation of all accidents and near-miss occurrences identify trends and causes and ensures that corrective measures are implemented
• Works with management to develop safety programs and incentives as appropriate
• Conducts new hire training and ensures new employees understand safety practices and policies
• Provides training to employees on the safe and appropriate operation of machinery and equipment
• Chairs the Safety Committee
• Ensures the facility maintains the proper number of personnel trained in first aid and CPR and that the required level of safety and medical supplies are maintained in inventory
• Conducts and certifies all forklift training
• Coordinates annual fire inspection tours and planned/unplanned tours by other safety and health regulatory agencies
• Monitors facility hearing conservation program
• Coordinates work duties for employees on medical restrictions
• Maintains appropriate communication with immediate management, Human Resources, and third-party claims administrators
• Maintains OSHA 300 log and other required reports
• Prepares regular and special reports as required
• Performs other duties as required

Qualifications

• Minimum high school graduate
• Minimum zero to two years of experience in safety or woodworking operations
• Working knowledge and proficiency in the use of computer and business-related software, including Microsoft applications Excel, Word and Outlook
• Preferred experience in First Aid and CPR and working knowledge of OSHA and DOT regulations

Compensation & Benefit Information: 20-30 Hourly dependent on experience*

Benefits currently offered to our employees:

• Medical insurance
• Health savings account with company contribution
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Basic and voluntary life insurance
• Disability insurance
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Paid vacation and holidays
• Stock purchase program with employee discount
• Educational reimbursement
• Wellness programs and challenges
• Other supplemental benefits

The Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer.