Job Description

Summary

The Safety Coordinator plays a key role in leading and implementing safety programs across all company locations. This position ensures compliance with OSHA regulations, investigates incidents, and promotes a proactive safety culture. The ideal candidate is bilingual (English/Spanish), hands-on, and able to collaborate effectively across departments and all organizational levels to maintain a safe, compliant, and engaged workplace.

Incident Management & Reporting

• Lead investigations for workplace injuries, near misses, and safety violations.
• Conduct root cause analyses and develop corrective and preventive action plans.
• Maintain accurate OSHA logs and ensure timely reporting to regulatory agencies.
• Serve as the primary contact during OSHA inspections and audits.

Safety Programs & Compliance

• Ensure compliance with company safety policies and applicable regulations.
• Conduct routine site inspections to verify that safety procedures and training are effectively applied.
• Partner with department heads to identify risks, reinforce accountability, and track corrective actions.
• Maintain up-to-date documentation for inspections, audits, and compliance metrics.

Training, Onboarding & Orientation

• Develop, deliver, and update safety orientation programs for new employees.
• Coordinate recurring safety trainings (e.g., lockout/tagout, PPE, forklift, ergonomics) and maintain attendance records.
• Evaluate training effectiveness and update materials based on incident trends, OSHA updates, or operational changes.

Collaboration & Communication

• Work closely with supervisors, maintenance, and production teams to ensure safety practices are integrated into daily operations.
• Communicate effectively at all organizational levels—from production floor employees to executive leadership.
• Lead safety committee meetings and encourage open dialogue regarding unsafe conditions or improvement opportunities.

Culture & Engagement

• Promote awareness and accountability for safety through visible leadership and consistent communication.
• Recognize employees who demonstrate outstanding safety behavior.
• Support HR and Operations with initiatives that enhance overall employee well-being and engagement.

Requirements:

• Minimum of 3 years in a safety coordination or similar role within manufacturing or industrial environments.
• Bachelors degree or equivalent work experience
• Proven experience in incident investigations, OSHA compliance, and safety training programs.
• Experience managing or supporting OSHA inspections is a strong plus.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office; experience with safety management or incident tracking systems preferred.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) required. Must be able to communicate effectively across all organizational levels.

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