Safety Coordinator I

Job Duties

Job Summary

The Safety Coordinator is responsible for the coordination, facilitation, and supervision of the facility's safety programs and initiatives.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

Regularly inspects facility operations to ensure that safe job practices are followed, protective equipment is properly utilized, and all required machine/process guards are in place and operational

Investigates and facilitate the investigation of all accidents and near-miss occurrences identify trends and causes and ensures that corrective measures are implemented

Works with management to develop safety programs and incentives as appropriate

Conducts new hire training and ensures new employees understand safety practices and policies

Provides training to employees on the safe and appropriate operation of machinery and equipment

Chairs the Safety Committee

Ensures the facility maintains the proper number of personnel trained in first aid and CPR and that the required level of safety and medical supplies are maintained in inventory

Conducts and certifies all forklift training

Coordinates annual fire inspection tours and planned/unplanned tours by other safety and health regulatory agencies

Monitors facility hearing conservation program

Coordinates work duties for employees on medical restrictions

Maintains appropriate communication with immediate management, Human Resources, and third-party claims administrators

Maintains OSHA 300 log and other required reports

Prepares regular and special reports as required

Performs other duties as required

Qualifications

Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred

Minimum high school graduate

Minimum zero to two years of experience in safety or woodworking operations

Working knowledge and proficiency in the use of computer and business-related software, including Microsoft applications Excel, Word, and Outlook

Previous experience in industrial maintenance, maintenance technician roles, equipment repair, manufacturing operations, or a related technical field preferred

Preferred experience in First Aid and CPR and working knowledge of OSHA and DOT regulations

Compensation:

$26 - $30/hr based on experience*

*pay range may be adjusted depending on cost of living

Incentive pay may be available for certain job roles and may include piece rate incentives, weekly production bonuses, trip rates, and employee referral bonuses. A discretionary annual bonus based on Company and business unit performance may also be provided.

Benefits currently offered to our employees:

Medical insurance

Health savings account with company contribution

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Basic and voluntary life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) plan with company match

Paid vacation and holidays

Stock purchase program with employee discount

Educational reimbursement

Wellness programs and challenges

Other supplemental benefits

The Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Universal Forest Products and its subsidiaries and affiliates are equal opportunity employers. All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex or national origin.

Minimum Education Required

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Minimum Experience Required

None

Shift

First (Day)

Number of Openings

1

Public Transportation Accessible

Yes

Veterans Encouraged to Apply

No

Physical Required

Yes

Drug Test Required

Yes

Compensation

$26.00 - $30.00 / Hourly

Postal Code

56093

Job Type

Full Time

Place of Work

On-site

Requisition ID

R21337

Job Benefits

Not specified