Safety Coordinator

Company: Resource Recycling Inc.

Location: 1596 Neubrecht Rd., Lima, OH 45801

Employment Type: Part-Time

Position Summary

Resource Recycling Inc. is seeking an experienced and highly respected Safety Coordinator to lead, improve, and enforce our safety culture across all operations. This role is hands-on, people-facing, and enforcement-driven. The Safety Coordinator will work directly with employees, supervisors, and leadership to ensure safe operations, regulatory compliance, and continuous improvement of safety practices.

This position requires someone who is confident enough to enforce standards, experienced enough to be respected by the workforce, and professional enough to represent the company with OSHA and regulatory agencies.

Key Responsibilities

Safety Leadership & Enforcement

Serve as the primary safety authority on-site, with the ability to enforce safety rules and address violations directly and consistently
Conduct routine safety inspections, job hazard analyses, and audits of equipment, yard operations, production areas, and truck traffic
Identify unsafe behaviors, conditions, and processes, and take corrective action promptly
Hold employees and leadership accountable to safety standards without compromising respect or professionalism

Training & Communication

Develop and conduct safety training, onboarding, refresher courses, and toolbox talks
Confidently speak to groups of employees with varying experience levels
Clearly explain safety expectations, hazards, and corrective actions in a way employees understand and respect
Serve as a visible, approachable safety resource while maintaining authority

Regulatory & Compliance

Act as the company liaison with OSHA and other government or regulatory agencies
Assist with OSHA inspections, audits, incident investigations, and follow-up actions
Maintain accurate safety documentation, records, logs, and reports
Ensure compliance with OSHA, state, and local safety regulations applicable to manufacturing, yard operations, trucking, and heavy equipment
Attend trainings to continuously learn how and what to implement for our workplace

Policy Development & Continuous Improvement

Assist in developing, updating, and maintaining written safety policies, procedures, and standard operating procedures (SOPs)
Help implement safety programs and ensure they are followed in daily operations
Proactively identify opportunities to improve unsafe operations, workflows, and equipment usage
Promote a growth mindset focused on preventing incidents before they happen

Technology & Reporting

Utilize technology for training records, inspections, reporting, and communication
Support digital safety systems, tracking tools, and documentation platforms
Help modernize safety processes to improve efficiency and accountability

Required Qualifications

Demonstrated experience working around heavy equipment, mobile equipment, or industrial operations
OSHA 30 certification (or ability to obtain promptly)
Strong safety-first mindset with the confidence to enforce safety rules
Proven ability to address safety violations directly with employees
Ability to train, coach, and communicate effectively across all levels of the organization
Comfortable interacting with OSHA and regulatory agencies on behalf of the company
Experience developing, implementing, and enforcing written safety policies and procedures
Strong organizational, documentation, and follow-through skills
Working knowledge of safety technology and digital tools

Preferred / Ideal Qualifications

Factory, manufacturing, yard, or industrial facility experience
Age 45+, or equivalent life and work experience that commands respect on the jobsite
Strong interpersonal skills—able to enforce standards without being aggressive, condescending, or confrontational
Calm, firm, and consistent communication style
Prior experience building or improving a safety culture in a hands-on operation

What Success Looks Like in This Role

Employees understand safety expectations and take them seriously
Unsafe behaviors and conditions are identified and corrected quickly
Safety policies are followed—not just written
Regulatory interactions are professional, organized, and low stress
Safety becomes part of daily operations, not an afterthought

Compensation & Schedule

Pay Range: $25.00 – $35.00 per hour, based on experience, certifications, and demonstrated ability to lead and enforce safety standards

Schedule: Part-time, averaging approximately 25 hours per week

Flexibility: Schedule may vary based on operational needs, training requirements, inspections, audits, or regulatory activity

Growth Opportunity: This role has the potential to expand in hours and responsibility as the company grows and safety initiatives continue to develop

To Apply: Please submit your resume to [email protected] with “Resource Safety Coordinator” in the subject line.

Pay: $25.00 - $35.00 per hour