Safety coordinator job description
Updated March 14, 2024
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Safety coordinator requirements can be divided into technical requirements and required soft skills. The lists below show the most common requirements included in safety coordinator job postings.
Sample safety coordinator requirements
- Bachelor's Degree in Occupational Safety and Health or related field
- Certified Safety Professional (CSP) or other related safety certifications
- Proficiency in safety management software
- Knowledge of OSHA regulations
- Strong understanding of safety policies and procedures
Sample required safety coordinator soft skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Strong organizational and problem-solving skills
- Ability to delegate tasks and manage a team
- Ability to work independently and to manage multiple tasks
- Ability to prioritize and handle multiple projects simultaneously
Safety coordinator job description example 1
Bridgestone safety coordinator job description
Works on problems and assists with projects or processes while receiving general instructions from higher-level professionals.
Continues building knowledge of organization and processes
May influence others within the job area through explanation of facts, policies, and practices.
Conducts Industrial Hygiene sampling
Conducts safety trainings
Teammate engagement to continually increase safety awareness
Typically requires a bachelor's degree and a minimum of 1 year of related experience; or an advanced degree without experience; or equivalent work experience
Employee/Labor Health & Safety work encompasses activities related to the well-being of employees including: Developing and implementing policies and practices to identify/mitigate hazardous conditions within the workplace Identifying potential workplace hazards, unsafe equipment, work practices, and working conditions Investigating accidents and liaising with engineers, management, and health and safety regulatory authorities to identify causes of accidents and prevent their recurrence Providing advice and training on safety protocols and conducting audits to ensure compliance with organization and government standards related to employee health and safety Maintaining and analyzing records of workplace injuries, illness, and absences to identify areas of concern and provide the information required by regulatory agencies
Wherever you work and whatever role you fill, when you represent the Bridgestone name you know that you are a valued teammate who is part of our larger mission to Serve Society with Superior Quality. We start by offering each teammate more than just a salary. We provide formal training, competitive performance incentives, paid vacation and holidays, healthcare packages for full-time and part-time employees, and a 401k plan to help build your future. We believe people can only provide superior service and quality to others when they are allowed to bring their whole selves to work and know they are supported. We believe in championing all perspectives, individuals and teams because we understand the importance of seeing the world and our business through many different lenses. We are building a team as diverse as the world we serve. So, show us what you are made of. Show us the smart stuff, the tough stuff, the bold, beautiful and brave stuff. Because who you are is what we need. Bridgestone Americas, Inc. is headquartered in Nashville, Tennessee and is the U.S. subsidiary of Bridgestone Corporation headquartered in Japan. Bridgestone Americas and its subsidiaries develop, manufacture and market a wide range of Bridgestone, Firestone and associate brand products to address the needs of a broad range of customers and industries.
Bridgestone is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. It is our policy to consider for employment all individuals regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.
Continues building knowledge of organization and processes
May influence others within the job area through explanation of facts, policies, and practices.
Conducts Industrial Hygiene sampling
Conducts safety trainings
Teammate engagement to continually increase safety awareness
Typically requires a bachelor's degree and a minimum of 1 year of related experience; or an advanced degree without experience; or equivalent work experience
Employee/Labor Health & Safety work encompasses activities related to the well-being of employees including: Developing and implementing policies and practices to identify/mitigate hazardous conditions within the workplace Identifying potential workplace hazards, unsafe equipment, work practices, and working conditions Investigating accidents and liaising with engineers, management, and health and safety regulatory authorities to identify causes of accidents and prevent their recurrence Providing advice and training on safety protocols and conducting audits to ensure compliance with organization and government standards related to employee health and safety Maintaining and analyzing records of workplace injuries, illness, and absences to identify areas of concern and provide the information required by regulatory agencies
Wherever you work and whatever role you fill, when you represent the Bridgestone name you know that you are a valued teammate who is part of our larger mission to Serve Society with Superior Quality. We start by offering each teammate more than just a salary. We provide formal training, competitive performance incentives, paid vacation and holidays, healthcare packages for full-time and part-time employees, and a 401k plan to help build your future. We believe people can only provide superior service and quality to others when they are allowed to bring their whole selves to work and know they are supported. We believe in championing all perspectives, individuals and teams because we understand the importance of seeing the world and our business through many different lenses. We are building a team as diverse as the world we serve. So, show us what you are made of. Show us the smart stuff, the tough stuff, the bold, beautiful and brave stuff. Because who you are is what we need. Bridgestone Americas, Inc. is headquartered in Nashville, Tennessee and is the U.S. subsidiary of Bridgestone Corporation headquartered in Japan. Bridgestone Americas and its subsidiaries develop, manufacture and market a wide range of Bridgestone, Firestone and associate brand products to address the needs of a broad range of customers and industries.
Bridgestone is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. It is our policy to consider for employment all individuals regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.
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Safety coordinator job description example 2
McCarthy Holdings, Inc. safety coordinator job description
- Monitor safety efforts of subcontractors and McCarthy employees, conducting project safety “Tool Box” meetings weekly and enforcing safety guidelines utilizing disciplinary policy
- Oversee issuance of new hire safety documents and lead the immersion of new employees and subcontractors into the McCarthy safety culture
- Coordinate with project supervision to ensure personal protective equipment/safety materials and first aid supplies are available and utilized, and all safety documents are posted on-site
- Maintain project OSHA 300 log of injuries/illnesses, investigating all reports and coordinating corrective measures
- Conduct safety/health inspections at least twice/month, coordinating responses and compliance reports with McCarthy's insurance company
- Record/forward copies of all safety-related meetings, programs, citations, etc. to division safety director
Skills & Qualifications
- 3+ years' experience managing safety efforts of large healthcare or commercial projects
- Bachelor's degree in related field
- Bilingual (English-Spanish) preferred
- Ability to work with all construction groups - management, owners, trades and subcontractors
- Ability to manage/administer safety orientations, oversee substance abuse program, investigate/report on injuries/illnesses/near misses and perform other various safety functions on-site
- Excellent communication, organization, decision-making and problem-solving skills
- In accordance with Colorado's Equal Pay for Equal Work Act (SB19-085), we are including McCarthy's good-faith and reasonable estimate of a range of entry level base compensation at the time of the posting. This does not include possible bonus and other benefits which can impact total compensation. Given the dynamic nature of the large-scale commercial construction industry, a candidate's project portfolio and background can change the role and compensation for which that candidate might be qualified. The title and pay range for this role could change based on candidate qualifications and experience. Pay Range: $68,000 - $75,000
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Safety coordinator job description example 3
Campbell Soup safety coordinator job description
Imagine...working for a company that knows that its people are the key to its success in the marketplace. A company in which achieving extraordinary results and having a stimulating work experience are part of the same process.
We cultivate and embrace a diverse employee population. We recognize that people with diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives fuel our growth and enrich our global culture.
We are looking for an individual who enjoys working in a fast-paced, team oriented environment, likes to be challenged, and values the opportunity to make a difference.
The Operations Safety Coordinator is responsible for developing, maintaining, and conducting safety and security training programs at the Beloit, WI facility. Also responsible for maintaining Supply Chain safety programs and procedures related to federal and state OSHA, DOT and other applicable regulatory agencies. Works with various facility personnel to schedule and conduct training in order to promote continuous improvement in safety performance, and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements. Maintains regulatory and company-required records and reports. Assists the Operations Safety Manager with routine safety and training related activities as needed. In the absence of the Operations Safety Manager, provides for the completion of all essential safety functions as necessary.
Assists in regulatory compliance with OSHA, DOT and other regulatory agencies/ departments to achieve company safety objectives. Assists/coordinates safety training and awareness activities with multiple facilities to ensure effective training, proper documentation and recordkeeping.Maintains safety training programs to ensure compliance with OSHA, DOT and other regulatory agencies.Provides guidance and information to supervision and management regarding safety training requirements and compliance as they relate to employee health and safety.Assists the Operations Safety Manager with maintaining accurate OSHA 300 logs and generating all injury/ illness metrics as required.Assists Supply Chain facilities with maintaining current, consistent Health and Safety programs facilities-wide.Continuously evaluates incident and injury trends, both within the company as well as the industry. Use this information to update safety and training programs to ensure their highest effectiveness and relevance.Assists corporate claims staff with investigation and follow-up of injuries and incidents as needed.Acts as a Company representative to regulatory agencies, insurance auditors, Contractors and Sales representatives.Acts as a member of the plant Safety Steering Committee and support the plant Safety Committees.Maintain a current knowledge of federal, state, and local regulatory standards and initiatives. Use this information to update programs as needed, and provide communications to assure that appropriate Lance personnel are aware of new current or upcoming standards/requirements.Assists with all in-house seminars which includes scheduling meeting rooms, gathering participants names, preparing sign-in sheets, presentation materials and handouts, and related functions.Works with confidential material.Assists departments in developing, maintain and refining Job Safety & Health Analysis'sMonitors Haz-Com Program, Lists and MSDS.Prepares monthly reports based on deadlines.Prepares materials for various meetings and training sessions.May perform other duties as required.
Scope of Responsibility:
The Coordinator, Operations Safety is responsible for assisting in plant safety compliance. The Coordinator, Operations Safety provides regulatory training, audits programs, processes, and maintains safety records. The Coordinator, Operations Safety provides pertinent safety reports to Management personnel in order to benchmark safety performances. The Coordinator, Operations Safety manages the day to day operations of the 1st Aid Station which may include Nurse Staff. The Coordinator, Operations Safety is responsible for coordinating DOT fleet compliance programs, along with administering and maintaining Plant, and DOT compliant drug and alcohol random testing programs. No direct reports.
Knowledge and Skill Requirements:
Ability to work independently with little or no Supervision. Apply common sense understanding, to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or in diagram form; deal with problems involving several concrete variables and/or from standardized situations. Knowledgeable of Federal, State, and local loss prevention regulations.Ability to read safety rules, instructions for procedures and mechanical drawing, write reports with grammatical correctness, and speak with poise, voice control, and confidence.
Preferred Education and Experience:
Associates or Bachelor's Degree; or equivalent of a minimum of 3 years' experience in a Safety related environment required.
Physical Demands:
The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, talk or hear, and use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The employee is occasionally required to stoop or kneel. The employee must be able to sit most of the day, typing and using the phone.
Work Environment:
Exposed to heat/cold conditions consistent with snack food manufacturing conditions as well as an office atmosphere. Exposed to various sound levels up to 90db in the manufacturing environment and usually quiet in the office environment. Exposed to dust and oil consistent with a snack food manufacturing environment. Travel Required:
Minimal travel may be required.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
ACR
The Company is committed to providing equal opportunity for employees and applicants in all aspects of the employment relationship, without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, marital status, veteran status, disability, age, religion or any other classification protected by law.
In that regard, U.S. applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law. Click here for additional information.
We cultivate and embrace a diverse employee population. We recognize that people with diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives fuel our growth and enrich our global culture.
We are looking for an individual who enjoys working in a fast-paced, team oriented environment, likes to be challenged, and values the opportunity to make a difference.
The Operations Safety Coordinator is responsible for developing, maintaining, and conducting safety and security training programs at the Beloit, WI facility. Also responsible for maintaining Supply Chain safety programs and procedures related to federal and state OSHA, DOT and other applicable regulatory agencies. Works with various facility personnel to schedule and conduct training in order to promote continuous improvement in safety performance, and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements. Maintains regulatory and company-required records and reports. Assists the Operations Safety Manager with routine safety and training related activities as needed. In the absence of the Operations Safety Manager, provides for the completion of all essential safety functions as necessary.
Assists in regulatory compliance with OSHA, DOT and other regulatory agencies/ departments to achieve company safety objectives. Assists/coordinates safety training and awareness activities with multiple facilities to ensure effective training, proper documentation and recordkeeping.Maintains safety training programs to ensure compliance with OSHA, DOT and other regulatory agencies.Provides guidance and information to supervision and management regarding safety training requirements and compliance as they relate to employee health and safety.Assists the Operations Safety Manager with maintaining accurate OSHA 300 logs and generating all injury/ illness metrics as required.Assists Supply Chain facilities with maintaining current, consistent Health and Safety programs facilities-wide.Continuously evaluates incident and injury trends, both within the company as well as the industry. Use this information to update safety and training programs to ensure their highest effectiveness and relevance.Assists corporate claims staff with investigation and follow-up of injuries and incidents as needed.Acts as a Company representative to regulatory agencies, insurance auditors, Contractors and Sales representatives.Acts as a member of the plant Safety Steering Committee and support the plant Safety Committees.Maintain a current knowledge of federal, state, and local regulatory standards and initiatives. Use this information to update programs as needed, and provide communications to assure that appropriate Lance personnel are aware of new current or upcoming standards/requirements.Assists with all in-house seminars which includes scheduling meeting rooms, gathering participants names, preparing sign-in sheets, presentation materials and handouts, and related functions.Works with confidential material.Assists departments in developing, maintain and refining Job Safety & Health Analysis'sMonitors Haz-Com Program, Lists and MSDS.Prepares monthly reports based on deadlines.Prepares materials for various meetings and training sessions.May perform other duties as required.
Scope of Responsibility:
The Coordinator, Operations Safety is responsible for assisting in plant safety compliance. The Coordinator, Operations Safety provides regulatory training, audits programs, processes, and maintains safety records. The Coordinator, Operations Safety provides pertinent safety reports to Management personnel in order to benchmark safety performances. The Coordinator, Operations Safety manages the day to day operations of the 1st Aid Station which may include Nurse Staff. The Coordinator, Operations Safety is responsible for coordinating DOT fleet compliance programs, along with administering and maintaining Plant, and DOT compliant drug and alcohol random testing programs. No direct reports.
Knowledge and Skill Requirements:
Ability to work independently with little or no Supervision. Apply common sense understanding, to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or in diagram form; deal with problems involving several concrete variables and/or from standardized situations. Knowledgeable of Federal, State, and local loss prevention regulations.Ability to read safety rules, instructions for procedures and mechanical drawing, write reports with grammatical correctness, and speak with poise, voice control, and confidence.
Preferred Education and Experience:
Associates or Bachelor's Degree; or equivalent of a minimum of 3 years' experience in a Safety related environment required.
Physical Demands:
The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, talk or hear, and use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The employee is occasionally required to stoop or kneel. The employee must be able to sit most of the day, typing and using the phone.
Work Environment:
Exposed to heat/cold conditions consistent with snack food manufacturing conditions as well as an office atmosphere. Exposed to various sound levels up to 90db in the manufacturing environment and usually quiet in the office environment. Exposed to dust and oil consistent with a snack food manufacturing environment. Travel Required:
Minimal travel may be required.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
ACR
The Company is committed to providing equal opportunity for employees and applicants in all aspects of the employment relationship, without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, marital status, veteran status, disability, age, religion or any other classification protected by law.
In that regard, U.S. applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law. Click here for additional information.
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Updated March 14, 2024