Safety Coordinator

Position Objective: This position is responsible for developing, implementing, and monitoring the company’s safety programs. This role ensures compliance with federal, state, and local safety regulations while promoting a culture of safety in the facility. Works closely with plant leadership, supervisors, and employees to reduce workplace hazards and prevent accidents.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Safety Rules and Regulations

• Read and be familiar with Plant Safety Manual and OSHA Safety Standards Manual
• Perform a daily inspection of plant production area for safety hazards and safety violations and report findings to the Production Manager
• Conduct an inspection of perimeter fence on daily basis
• File all claims with the Industrial Commission
• Monitor and maintain confidential records of industrial accidents; maintain OSHA log and files annual 301A
• Manage all communication and correspondence with OSHA
• File all claims with the worker’s compensation insurance company
• Manage all communication and correspondence with worker’s compensation insurance related to claims filed; ensure claims and correspondence remains confidential
• Receive drug tests results and follow up, as necessary
• Oversee and resolve first aid accidents
• Conduct regular safety meetings with the Production Department consistent with the OSHA subjects list
• Oversee monthly safety and accident review with Plant Safety Committee. Assign safety topics for departmental review throughout the month
• Enforce safety rules by means of daily inspection and disciplinary actions as per safety outline in partnership with Human Resources
• Research and development of safety policies and practices for management approval

Orientation and Safety Training

• Review safety orientation documents and safety training program with all new/re-hire employees

Equipment Inspections and Maintenance

• Schedule all repairs, maintenance, and inspections for all company equipment such as cranes, forklifts, lifts, vehicles, etc.; maintain records of inspections for all company equipment
• Maintain daily records of hoist inspections
• Perform monthly fire extinguisher inspections
• Oversee all forklift and crane certifications and maintains certification logs
• Schedule all required inspections for equipment with OSHA and other governmental agencies
• Monitor and maintain red tag log on all equipment repairs and lock-outs

Miscellaneous

• Ensure that all visitors entering the production area have appropriate attire and are insured
• Monitor and stock safety supplies levels
• Assist Quality Assurance Manager and admin support positions as needed
• Other duties as assigned
• In some cases, this position will also fulfil one of the other job duties in the department.

This position is also expected to:

• Work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
• Maintain a positive, professional demeanor at all times
• Provide outstanding customer service to internal and external clients
• Be very detail oriented and well organized
• Possess excellent communication skills – verbal and written
• Maintain confidentiality of claims and related correspondence
• Be skilled at problem solving and analysis