Safety Coordinator / HR

Position Summary

The Safety Coordinator is responsible for planning, implementing, and overseeing workplace safety programs to ensure employee well-being and compliance with applicable safety laws and regulations. This position manages workers’ compensation claims, investigates incidents, conducts safety training, and monitors safety-related documentation. The Safety Coordinator works closely with employees, management, and outside partners to reduce injuries, maintain safe working conditions, and support continuous improvement in workplace safety.

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Principal Duties & Responsibilities

Implement, maintain, and update safety policies and procedures in compliance with OSHA, state, and federal regulations.
Conduct safety inspections, audits, and risk assessments of company facilities, vehicles, and equipment.
Conduct safety inspections, audits, and risk assessments of company facilities, and equipment.
Maintain OSHA logs, SDS records, safety documentation, and compliance reporting.
Identify potential hazards and recommend corrective actions to eliminate or reduce risk.
Administer workers’ compensation claims from initial report through closure.
Coordinate communications between insurers, adjusters, medical providers, and employees.
Track employee work restrictions, coordinate transitional duty/return-to-work programs, and document case progress.
Lead safety meetings, toolbox talks, and annual refresher training sessions.
Provide guidance to supervisors and employees regarding safety best practices.
Monitor and enforce proper use of PPE.
Oversee inspection of safety equipment, fire extinguishers, first-aid stations, eyewash stations, and emergency systems.
Maintain emergency action plans and support incident response activities.
Conduct fire drills.
Maintain injury records, claim files.
Conduct investigations of accidents, near misses, and safety violations.
Develop and conduct employee training programs such as safety orientation, PPE use, emergency procedures, accident prevention, and regulatory updates.
Promotes an open door policy, professional, open and friendly atmosphere.
Addresses employee requests and questions.
Processes all work injury paperwork, W/C claims, and maintains OSHA logs.
Conducts daily safety audits within facility.
Conducts HR and Safety training as needed.
Coordinates monthly safety meetings.
Examines injury trends and takes appropriate steps to reduce incidents.
Ensures that all Emergency Exit lists are printed & placed at every exit on a weekly basis.
Engages with staff and assists with HR related requests.
Assists with coordination of employee special events and company social events.
As needed, backs up HR Generalist and other HR related duties.
As needed, backs up HR Generalist by processing terminations and other changes within HRIS.
As needed, may assist with coordination of company benefits.
As needed, may conduct investigations into any/all allegations of misconduct.
As needed, may directly address emergency employee injuries & medical care needs.
As needed, may assist in employee counseling and addressing progressive discipline.
Other related duties as assigned.

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Reporting Relationships

1. Reports directly to: Director of Human Resources

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Qualifications

Required: Previous experience in safety coordination, risk management, compliance, or related field preferred.
Required: Demonstrated ability to build and sustain a successful safety program.
Required: Must be a team player with excellent interpersonal skills.
Required: Must be organized, detail-oriented, and able to multi-task.
Required: Must have excellent computer skills (especially Word and Excel).
Required: Must have interest and ability to cross train as needed within HR department.
Preferred: Working knowledge of OSHA regulations, safety programs, and incident investigation procedures.
Preferred: Bilingual in English/Spanish.
Preferred: BS degree with concentration in HSE, Safety certifications, OSHA training.
Preferred: Ability to conduct training and communicate safety information clearly.
Preferred: Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to maintain confidential information.
Preferred: Experience addressing human resource issues, conflict management, a plus.

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Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $60,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year

Benefits

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