Safety Excellence Coordinator

Sierra Pacific Company; Eugene (OR); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Low-cost health benefits

Retirement plan with employer-contribt

Paid vacation and holidays

Life Insurance

Job summary

Sierra Pacific Industries is seeking a Safety Coordinator to join our Eugene, Oregon sawmill team. You will drive safety programs, lead investigations, and partner with Plant Manager and Safety Director to uphold regulatory compliance and reduce injuries.

We value proactive hazard reduction, strong leadership, and the ability to engage crews across shifts. This role requires flexibility and a focus on training and continuous safety improvement.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years' lead or supervisory experience preferred
• Knowledge of OSHA, EPA, and Hazardous Materials regulations
• Ability to work independently, analyze problems, and make decisions with minimal management intervention
• Ability to establish credibility and be decisive, while recognizing and supporting Company goals and priorities
• Proven commitment to safety and Company policy
• Demonstrated skill in leadership, communication, motivation, and people management
• Ability to handle multiple priorities under demanding circumstances
• Analytical reasoning and problem-solving capabilities
• Understand machinery operations with sufficient knowledge to address safety considerations
• Experience in managing injury/accident claims, claims analysis, and resulting cost reduction is helpful
• Solid working knowledge of Word and Excel, and ability to learn various PC based reporting system applications
• Flexibility in work schedule to effectively interact with multiple crews and shifts, availability to respond to emergencies 24/7

Responsibilities

• Work closely with the Plant Manager, Company Safety Director, Superintendent and Supervisors to achieve company-wide safety goals
• Drive safety excellence, promote crew involvement and accountability, and proactively eliminate hazards
• Lead by example, assure safe workplace practices are followed, and promote safety awareness
• Manage health and safety programs, accident and injury prevention, and regulatory compliance
• Lead efforts to identify, recommend, develop, and implement best practices for safety programs
• Implement, maintain, and improve safety programs and processes that educate, engage, and motivate crew members at all levels
• Design and direct programs and procedures to reduce accidents, occupational illnesses, and exposure to health hazards
• Investigate circumstances of claimed injuries/illnesses objectively, and minimize Workers Compensation costs and fraud
• Investigate and analyze accidents, potential accident situations, and property damage, with complete documentation and root cause analysis and recommend future preventative and corrective measures
• Conduct safety analysis of equipment and machinery, develop and implement appropriate process changes
• Maintain relationships with regulatory and government agency personnel, as well as various industry groups
• Act as Company representative in cases of government agency inspections concerning safety issues
• Audit programs and processes for compliance with company standards and government regulations
• Train managers, supervisors, and crew on safety programs such as lockout/tagout, confined space entry, emergency evacuations, and ensure such programs and training are properly documented
• Maintain an understanding of, and ensure compliance with, current Federal, State, Local, and Company regulations and policy

Skills

OSHA/EPA regulations

Leadership

Analytical reasoning

Problem solving

Safety program management

Hazard identification

Tools

Word

Excel

Reporting systems

Job description

Sierra Pacific Industries is seeking a Safety Coordinator to join our Eugene, Oregon sawmill team. You will drive safety programs, lead investigations, and partner with Plant Manager and Safety Director to uphold regulatory compliance and reduce injuries.

We value proactive hazard reduction, strong leadership, and the ability to engage crews across shifts. This role requires flexibility and a focus on training and continuous safety improvement.