Safety Coordinator (2b Shift) - $25.55/hour

Webstaurantstore; Hagerstown (MD); On-site; USD 50,000 - 74,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Vision

Dental

PTO

Life Insurance

Job summary

WebstaurantStore seeks a Safety Coordinator to uphold safety standards across our 1.2 million sq. ft. distribution center in Hagerstown, MD. You’ll lead inspections, assist in investigations, and manage forklift training records to support a culture where safety comes first and employees stay healthy.

The role emphasizes strong communication, collaboration with leadership, and flexibility to cover multiple safety duties as needed.

Qualifications

• 1 year+ experience in a distribution environment preferred.
• No degree required; relevant skills and values welcomed.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct warehouse safety walks and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Perform periodic inspections of safety areas and equipment.
• Maintain safety resources and PPE inventory.
• Complete monthly inspections and report findings to safety leadership.
• Assist in new hire safety training and equipment operations.
• Maintain forklift training records for audits.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Multitasking

Customer service

Diplomacy

Job description

Job Summary

Are you passionate about keeping people safe and making a real impact every day? As a Safety Coordinator at WebstaurantStore, you’ll be the go-to hero for all things safety—helping our warehouse leadership maintain top-notch safety standards, roll out new processes, and support equipment training. You’ll lead safety inspections like a pro, dig into accident investigations, and keep those forklift certifications in check. But it’s not just about rules and checklists—this role is all about creating a culture where safety comes first and everyone goes home happy and healthy. And where will all this excitement happen? In our brand-new, high-tech, 1.2 million sq. ft. automated distribution center in Hagerstown, Maryland.

Responsibilities

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Conduct warehouse visual safety walks, focusing on identifying issues and maintaining compliance with both internal and external regulations and policies.
• Perform periodic inspections of various warehouse safety areas, such as emergency exit doors, fire extinguishers, eye-wash stations etc.
• Maintain safety resources such as stocking first-aid stations and keeping inventory of PPE.
• Complete monthly fire extinguisher and eye wash station inspections, reporting findings to the on‑site safety manager.
• Assist in conducting one‑on‑one new hire training related to equipment operations and group safety procedures via presentations/written materials.
• Maintain organized forklift training records for all employees, ready for inspection at any time.
• Provide regular updates to the management team regarding workplace safety issues.
• Meet all expected performance standards regarding efficiency, accuracy and quality of work.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment by following all safety guidelines and reporting any hazards to the appropriate leadership.
• Work closely with team members and leadership to meet daily, weekly, and monthly departmental goals.
• Abide by all company and warehouse policies.
• Flex into other positions and departments and undertake additional duties as necessary to support the overall operation.

Physical Requirements

• Work is performed while standing and/or walking, up to and including 12 hours/day.
• Requires the ability to communicate effectively using speech, vision, and hearing.
• Requires the regular use of hands for simple grasping and fine manipulations.
• Requires regular bending, squatting, crawling, climbing, and reaching.
• Requires the ability to regularly lift, carry, push, or pull medium weights, up to 75lbs.

Experience

1 year+ of relevant experience in a distribution environment preferred but not required.

Education

This role does not require a degree. We value relevant skills and experience and alignment with our core values above all else.

Desired Traits & Skills

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple assignments and deadlines in a fast‑paced environment.
• Ability to quickly adapt as business needs change; ability to address difficult situations with diplomacy and emotional intelligence.
• Customer service-oriented attitude with a demonstrated desire to exceed expectations.

Company Overview

The foodservice professional’s premier source for restaurant equipment, supplies, and knowledge online. Our purpose is to empower and equip people to run their businesses more profitably and efficiently.

Benefits

• Medical
• Vision
• Dental
• PTO
• Paid Maternity Leave
• Paid Parental Leave
• Life Insurance
• Disability
• Dependent Care FSA
• 401(k) matching
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness Incentives
• Company Discounts
• AT&T & Verizon Discount
• Bonus Opportunities
• Accident Insurance
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Adoption Assistance

Available at HQ Locations Only

• On‑Site Fitness Centers
• Dog-friendly Offices