Safety Coordinator

Role Overview & Responsibilities

This position oversees the manufacturing plant's in-house Safety program working with the HR Department to provide support on Workers' Compensation cases.

PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Performs facility inspections with supervisors or managers to identify potential hazards.

• Investigates accidents to determine cause and works with Workers Compensation carrier to prevent future accidents.

• Implements & maintains a continuing educational safety program for Managers, Supervisors & employees.

• Identifies potential health and physical hazards with the aid of medical providers and loss control representatives.

• Keeps abreast of state and federal laws, directives, standards, and codes dealing with employee safety and health.

• Reviews all incident/accident investigation reports with supervisors and managers. Prepares and maintains statistical reports on safety performance and activities. Updates OSHA 400 log.

• Consults with plant management and purchasing department on plans regarding proposed changes to processes, equipment, and facilities relevant to safety standards.

• Identifies and selects appropriate personal protective equipment.

• Acts as liaison between insurance carriers, state and federal agencies and emergency services regarding safety and health.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

· Minimum high school diploma. Bachelor’s Degree preferred.

· Bilingual – English/Spanish required.

· Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in Safety in a manufacturing setting.

· Experience conducting accident investigations.

· Knowledge of industrial safety regulations

· Ability to create documentation and logs.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $70,000.00 - $82,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Hayward, CA 94545: Reliably commute or willing to relocate with an employer-provided relocation package (Required)

Experience:

• EHS: 3 years (Required)
• manufacturing safety: 3 years (Preferred)

Language:

• Spanish (Required)

Work Location: One location