Warehouse Training & Safety Coordinator

NEPW Logistics, Inc.; Portland, Northern (ME, KY); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

NEPW Logistics, Inc. is seeking a Warehouse Training & Safety Coordinator to ensure a safe, compliant, and efficient warehouse environment.

This role reports to the Director of Quality and Safety and leads training programs for new hires, maintains SOPs, and conducts safety audits. The position requires strong knowledge of OSHA regulations, forklift operation, and transportation logistics, with regular travel to other locations.

Qualifications

• Self-motivated with strong attention to detail.
• Excellent presentation and communication skills.
• Knowledgeable in forklift operation and safety rules.
• Proven problem-solving abilities.
• Knowledge of Transportation and Logistics Operations.
• OSHA standards and workplace safety knowledge.
• Preferred OSHA 30-Hour, First Aid/CPR, forklift trainer certifications.
• Regular travel to our other locations is required.

Responsibilities

• Train all new warehouse employees in PIV operation, safety, and operational duties.
• Maintain training materials, SOPs, forklift certifications, and employee training records.
• Conduct periodic refresher training sessions.
• Maintain training records in compliance with state and federal regulations.
• Enforce workplace safety policies and perform audits as requested by leadership.
• Investigate accidents, near-misses, and safety violations.
• Oversee PPE usage and hazardous materials handling requirements (if applicable).
• Collaborate with management to align safety and training strategies with operational goals.

Skills

Self-motivated

Attention to detail

Strong presentation skills

Forklift operation knowledge

Problem solving

Transportation & logistics knowledge

OSHA standards knowledge

Education

OSHA 30-Hour

First Aid/CPR

Forklift trainer certification

Job description

Description

Position Summary

The Warehouse Training & Safety Coordinator is responsible for ensuring a safe, compliant, and efficient work environment by overseeing training programs, safety initiatives, and ensuring all processes, best practices, and policies are adhered to consistently. This position reports to the Director of Quality and Safety.

Essential Functions

The primary function of the Warehouse Training and Safety Coordinator is to train all new employees in PIV operation, safety, and operational job duties.

Core Responsibilities

Training & Development:

• Train in appropriate programs for all new warehouse employees.
• Maintain training materials, including standard operating procedures (SOPs), forklift certifications and all other materials related to an employee’s training record.
• Conduct periodic refresher training sessions.
• Maintain accurate training records in compliance with state and federal regulations.

Safety & Compliance:

• Enforce workplace safety policies in accordance with Company policy and procedure.
• Perform safety and training compliance audits as requested by the Director of Quality and Safety.
• Work with Operations Managers to investigate accidents, near‑misses, and safety violations.
• Oversee the proper use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and ensure compliance with hazardous materials handling requirements (if applicable).

Culture & Continuous Improvement:

• Encourage employee participation in safety initiatives and report unsafe conditions without fear of retaliation (in line with OSHA whistleblower protections).
• Collaborate with management to align safety and training strategies with operational goals.

Requirements

Required Skills/Abilities

• Self‑motivated
• Attention to detail
• Strong presentation and communication skills.
• Knowledgeable in Forklift operation and Safety Rules & Regulations. Able to train warehouse equipment including all types of forklifts, pallet jacks, etc.
• Proven skills in problem solving
• Knowledge of Transportation and Logistics Operations.
• Demonstrated knowledge of OSHA standards and workplace safety regulations.
• Preferred certifications: OSHA 30-Hour, First Aid/CPR, forklift trainer certification, or other safety/training credentials.
• Regular travel to our other locations is required.