Safety Coordinator Jobs

Safety Coordinator

Huntington, IN or Fremont, IN

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Hunter International is currently seeking a safety coordinator for a client in Huntington, IN and Fremont, IN. The ideal candidate will have at least a year of experience in EHS roles at a manufacturing facility. The Safety Coordinator must be willing to travel between Huntington and Fremont.

Safety Coordinator Responsibilities-

• Provides assistance with maintaining the Quality and Environmental Management System certifications.
• Participates in the investigation of accidents / injuries and cooperates in the preparation of material and evidence for organization for use in hearings, lawsuits and insurance investigations.
• Helps ensure that environmental and safety objectives are achieved consistent with company policies.
• Ensures that governmental regulations with regard to labeling, safe handling, storage, first-aid, elimination /disposal of hazardous materials are known and are observed.
• Participates in new hire orientation process.
• Helps with the maintenance of the list of hazardous materials and substances used in the company.
• All other duties as deemed necessary by supervisor.
• Assists plant management in the planning and implementation of safety policies and procedures to ensure compliance with local, state and federal Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) rules and regulations.
• Understands the environmental aspects, impacts, objectives and targets and how these factors affect day-to-day operations.
• Maintains good housekeeping, safety and environmental standards.
• Conducts monthly safety committee meetings.
• Ensures that employees understand their roles, responsibilities and accountabilities to the system.
• Assists with ensuring regular departmental safety audits are performed to detect existing or potential accident / health hazards, determines corrective or preventative measures where indicated and follows up to ensure measures have been implemented.
• As requested, provides assistance with the administration of worker’s compensation programs, including working with the insurance carrier to reduce employee lost time.
• Assisting plant management to ensure compliance with legal requirements and environmental regulations.
• Aware of consequences to the customer, environment and the employee, if procedures are not followed.
• Plans and implements programs to train managers and employees in work site safety practices, fire prevention, and correct handling techniques for chemicals, toxins, equipment and other materials.
• Provides information, signs, posters, barriers and other materials to warn of potential /actual safety hazards.
• Assists with the environmental/safety reports required by regulatory agencies.

Safety Coordinator Qualifications

• At least 1 year of experience in a similar role
• High School Diploma or GED required. Associates degree preferred
• Experience working in the manufacturing or industrial industry
• Travel is required for this position between Huntington, IN and Freemont, IN.