Safety & Training Coordinator

Legacy Bakehouse; Waukesha (WI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401K

Life insurance

Job summary

Legacy Bakehouse in Wisconsin is seeking a Safety & Training Coordinator to lead workplace safety and employee training across the facility. You will ensure regulatory compliance and build a skilled, safety-focused workforce, aligning safety with performance.

You will own the facility-wide training program, design onboarding, maintain training materials and records, and coordinate audits. This role supports multiple shifts and interactions with operations and HR to foster a culture of

Qualifications

• Experience coordinating safety and training in manufacturing.
• Knowledge of GMPs, HACCP, allergen control (preferred).
• Strong communication, organization, and coaching skills.
• Experience maintaining audit-ready training records.

Responsibilities

• Develop and improve safety programs in compliance with OSHA and company standards.
• Conduct safety audits, risk assessments, and inspections.
• Lead incident investigations and corrective actions.
• Maintain safety metrics and documentation.
• Facilitate safety meetings and culture initiatives.
• Promote safety culture across departments.

Skills

Safety leadership

Bilingual English/Spanish

OSHA knowledge

Food industry experience

Excel

Training systems

Reporting tools

Tools

Excel

Training systems

Reporting tools

Job description

Safety & Training Coordinator

Location: [ Legacy Bakehouse Cudahy & Waukesha, WI]

Department: Operations / HR / EHS

Position Summary

The Safety & Training Coordinator is responsible for leading and integrating workplace safety and employee training programs across the facility. This role ensures compliance with regulatory requirements while building a highly skilled, safety-focused workforce. The position plays a critical role in aligning safety performance with employee capability by ensuring every employee is trained, qualified, and equipped to perform their job safely and effectively.

Key Responsibilities

Safety Management

• Develop, implement, and continuously improve safety programs in compliance with OSHA and company standards
• Conduct safety audits, risk assessments, and inspections to proactively identify hazards
• Lead incident investigations, root cause analysis, and corrective actions
• Maintain safety metrics, documentation, and reporting systems
• Facilitate safety meetings, committees, and awareness initiatives
• Promote a proactive, engaged safety culture across all departments

Training & Workforce Development

• Own and manage the facility-wide training program, covering all employees and departments
• Design and deliver new hire onboarding and orientation programs, including safety and food safety training
• Develop and maintain standardized training materials, including SOP-based instructions and competency checklists
• Establish and oversee a training matrix to track qualifications, certifications, and cross-training
• Ensure compliance with food safety and quality training requirements (GMPs, HACCP, allergen control, sanitation)
• Maintain complete, accurate, and audit-ready training records and documentation
• Coordinate and deliver ongoing, refresher, and corrective training based on performance gaps or process changes
• Partner with leaders to identify skill gaps and workforce development needs
• Drive cross-training initiatives to improve operational flexibility
• Deliver training across all shifts, including off-hours as needed

Compliance & Audit Readiness

• Ensure all safety and training programs meet regulatory and customer standards
• Support internal and external audits by providing documentation and demonstrating program effectiveness
• Maintain continuous audit readiness across both safety and training functions

Strategic Impact

• Serves as the link between safety compliance and employee capability, ensuring not only a safe workplace but a fully trained and effective workforce
• Drives improvements in safety performance, employee retention, and operational consistency through structured training systems
• Builds and sustains a culture of accountability, continuous learning, and safety ownership across the organization
• Enhances audit readiness and food safety compliance through standardized, well-documented programs
• Partners with leadership to align training strategies with operational goals, improving productivity, quality, and workforce agility
• Develops a workforce that is skilled, compliant, and adaptable to changing business needs

Qualifications

• Bilingual (English/Spanish preferred)
• Experience in manufacturing safety and/or training coordination (food industry preferred)
• Strong computer skills (Excel, training systems, reporting tools)
• Experience developing training programs and maintaining records
• Knowledge of OSHA and food safety standards (GMPs, HACCP preferred)

Core Competencies

• Strong communication and coaching skills
• High level of organization and attention to detail
• Problem-solving and analytical thinking
• Leadership and influence across departments
• Ability to manage multiple priorities effectively

Work Environment

• Food manufacturing environment (production and office)
• Requires flexibility to support multiple shifts, including evenings, weekends, or off-hours

Why Work for Us

• Steady, full-time work with competitive salary
• Comprehensive benefits: Health, dental, vision. 401K, company-paid Life, AD&D, Short Term Disability.
• Friendly supportive team environment.
• Opportunities for growth and advancement

Join Legacy Bakehouse as our Safety and Training Coordinator and play a vital role in keeping our operations running smoothly.