Safety Coordinator I

UFP Industries; Clinton (NC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

UFP Industries in Clinton, NC is seeking a Safety Coordinator to coordinate, facilitate, and supervise the facility's safety programs and initiatives. The role emphasizes ensuring safe practices, training staff, and maintaining OSHA records.

The position requires 0–2 years in safety or woodworking operations, strong computer skills (Excel, Word, Outlook), and a commitment to First Aid/CPR. Bi-lingual is a plus.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 0–2 years of experience in safety or woodworking operations.
• Proficient with MS Excel, Word and Outlook.
• Preferred First Aid and CPR; knowledge of OSHA and DOT regulations.
• Bi-lingual preferred.

Responsibilities

• Regularly inspects facility operations to ensure safe practices and proper PPE.
• Investigates accidents and near-misses; identifies trends and corrective actions.
• Develops safety programs and incentives with management.
• Conducts new hire safety training and ensures policy understanding.
• Provides training on safe operation of machinery and equipment.
• Chairs the Safety Committee.
• Maintains first aid, CPR supplies and OSHA/records.
• Coordinates forklift training.
• Coordinates annual fire inspections and regulatory tours.
• Monitors hearing conservation program.
• Coordinates medical restriction work duties.
• Maintains communication with management, HR, and third-party claims admins.
• Maintains OSHA 300 log and other required reports.
• Prepares regular and special reports as required.
• Performs other duties as required.

Skills

MS Excel

MS Word

MS Outlook

Bi-Lingual

First Aid CPR knowledge

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft 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
• Bi-Lingual Preferred

The Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer.