Safety Coordinator I: Field Safety & Training Lead

UFP Industries, Inc; Cottage Park (MN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Health savings account with company‑s/

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 ‑

Educational reimbursement

Wellness programs and challenges

Other supplemental benefits

Job summary

UFP Industries, Inc. is seeking a Safety Coordinator to coordinate, facilitate, and supervise our facility's safety programs and initiatives. You will inspect operations, investigate incidents, and develop programs with management to improve safety.

The role includes training, chairing the Safety Committee, and maintaining safety records. Ideal candidates possess a high school diploma with 0–2 years in safety or woodworking operations, and familiarity with MS Office.

Qualifications

• Minimum high school graduate.
• Minimum zero to two years of experience in safety or woodworking operations.
• Proficiency with computer and MS Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).
• Preferred First Aid and CPR; knowledge of OSHA and DOT regulations.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Safety program coordination

Accident investigation

Training delivery

OSHA/DOT awareness

Communication skills

First Aid/CPR (preferred)

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

UFP Industries, Inc. is seeking a Safety Coordinator to coordinate, facilitate, and supervise our facility's safety programs and initiatives. You will inspect operations, investigate incidents, and develop programs with management to improve safety.

The role includes training, chairing the Safety Committee, and maintaining safety records. Ideal candidates possess a high school diploma with 0–2 years in safety or woodworking operations, and familiarity with MS Office.