Safety & Training Coordinator

DART Aerospace; Magnolia (AR); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

DART Aerospace in Magnolia, Arkansas, is seeking an experienced Safety & Training Coordinator to lead EHS compliance in our manufacturing facility. This is a hands-on role, not entry-level, requiring extensive regulatory expertise and the ability to independently assess risks and drive corrective actions.

The role emphasizes OSHA/general industry standards, NFPA 70/70E electrical safety, LOTO, training delivery, and cross-functional collaboration to embed safety into daily operations and improve

Qualifications

• Bachelor-level degree in a relevant safety/engineering field.
• Minimum 5 years of progressive EHS experience in manufacturing; 7+ preferred.
• Proven track record implementing or improving facility safety programs and audits.
• Hands-on knowledge of NFPA 70 and NFPA 70E electrical safety requirements.
• Strong communication, training, documentation, and cross-functional leadership.

Responsibilities

• Lead OSHA compliance initiatives across the facility, focusing on 29 CFR 1910.
• Strengthen electrical safety programs per NFPA 70/70E.
• Conduct EHS audits, risk assessments, inspections, and gap analyses.
• Develop corrective and preventive action plans and close CAPAs.
• Oversee LOTO, machine guarding, hazardous materials handling, PPE, and hazard prevention.
• Coordinate electrical safety training and arc-flash risk assessments.
• Develop and deliver mandatory safety training for employees, supervisors, and contractors.
• Manage safety documentation, investigations, training records, and regulatory reporting.
• Partner with Plant Management, Engineering, Maintenance, and Operations to embed safety.
• Drive measurable improvements in safety, readiness, and risk reduction.

Skills

OSHA regulations

Electrical safety

EHS audits

Risk assessments

Training delivery

Education

Bachelor's degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Health & Safety, Safety Management, Industrial Hygiene, Engineering, or related field

Job description

DART Aerospace | Magnolia, Arkansas | On-site

Experienced EHS Professionals – Manufacturing Safety & OSHA/NFPA Compliance

DART Aerospace is seeking a highly experienced Safety & Training Coordinator to lead and strengthen Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) compliance at our manufacturing facility in Magnolia, Arkansas.

This is not an entry-level position. We are looking for an established EHS professional with extensive, hands-on manufacturing experience, strong regulatory expertise, and a demonstrated ability to independently assess risks, implement corrective actions, and drive facility-wide safety compliance.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and execute OSHA compliance initiatives across the manufacturing facility, with emphasis on 29 CFR 1910 General Industry Standards.
• Assess and strengthen electrical safety programs in alignment with NFPA 70 (National Electrical Code) and NFPA 70E (Electrical Safety in the Workplace).
• Conduct comprehensive EHS audits, risk assessments, workplace inspections, and compliance gap analyses.
• Develop and implement corrective and preventive action plans, ensuring timely resolution of identified deficiencies.
• Oversee Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), machine guarding, hazardous material handling, PPE, and workplace hazard prevention programs.
• Coordinate electrical safety training, arc-flash risk assessments, and electrical hazard control procedures with qualified personnel.
• Develop and deliver mandatory safety training for employees, supervisors, maintenance teams, and contractors.
• Manage safety documentation, incident investigations, training records, and regulatory reporting.
• Partner with Plant Management, Engineering, Maintenance, and Operations to embed safety and compliance into daily manufacturing activities.
• Drive measurable improvements in workplace safety, regulatory readiness, and operational risk reduction.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Health & Safety, Safety Management, Industrial Hygiene, Engineering, or a closely related field.
• Minimum 5 years of progressive EHS experience in industrial or manufacturing facilities; 7+ years strongly preferred.
• Proven experience as an EHS Coordinator, EHS Engineer, EHS Manager, Safety Manager, or equivalent.
• Extensive working knowledge of OSHA regulations and industrial safety compliance.
• Demonstrated experience implementing or improving facility compliance programs, conducting audits, and closing corrective actions.
• Practical knowledge of NFPA 70 and NFPA 70E electrical safety requirements.
• Experience independently managing EHS priorities in an active manufacturing environment.
• Strong communication, training, documentation, and cross-functional leadership skills.

Professional Certifications – Strongly Preferred

• Certified Safety Professional (CSP) – Board of Certified Safety Professionals (BCSP)
• Associate Safety Professional (ASP) – BCSP

Additional valuable credentials and training include:

• Certified Hazardous Materials Manager (CHMM)
• Certified Safety & Health Official (CSHO)
• Industrial Hygiene training or certifications
• Environmental Compliance training
• NFPA 70E Qualified Person Training

The Professional We're Looking For

We need someone who has already successfully managed EHS compliance in manufacturing environments and can take ownership of complex safety challenges from day one.

You should be comfortable identifying compliance gaps, developing practical corrective action plans, influencing operational leadership, and delivering measurable safety improvements.

Hands-on manufacturing safety experience and proven OSHA/NFPA compliance results are essential.

Why Join DART Aerospace?

Join an international aerospace manufacturing organization where your expertise will have a direct impact on employee safety, operational excellence, and regulatory compliance.

This is an opportunity to take ownership of meaningful safety initiatives and make a measurable difference at the facility level.