Safety Coordinator

Build Your Career with Ashley Furniture- Where Innovation Meets Comfort  

Who We Are:  

At Ashley, inspiring the love of home is at the heart of everything we do. As the world’s largest manufacturer of home furnishings, we’re more than a business — we’re a family driven by innovation, competitiveness, and an unwavering commitment to excellence. We persevere through challenges, push beyond the status quo, and constantly seek better ways to deliver an exceptional customer experience. Our solutions-first mindset and dedication to growth are why Ashley remains #1 in our industry. 

If you’re ready to grow, you’ve come to the right place. With a true “Growth Mindset,” Ashley Furniture invests in developing future leaders and helps every team member learn from the best in the business. 

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Summary: The Safety Coordinator will support the efforts of the Safety Department to ensure compliance with regulatory and company safety standards. This position will support the efforts to promote a secure environment for all Ashley employees and Ashley property. This position will meet with Ashley employees to address safety related issues and conduct safety investigations; maintain safety & training programs and records; develop and facilitate training programs; conduct safety audits. The Safety Coordinator will communicate regularly and work with the Worker’s Compensation Department to review and investigate work-related injury claims.

Responsibilities:

Regulatory Compliance & Policy Management

• Update and maintain company safety policies and procedures in accordance with current OSHA, EPA, and other applicable regulatory standards

• Monitor regulatory changes and implement necessary updates to ensure ongoing compliance

• Advise management on regulatory requirements, interpretations, and potential impacts

• Support abatement efforts for identified regulatory violations and non-compliance issues

• Review workplace video footage and photographic evidence for potential safety violations

• Conduct monthly safety training sessions for supervisors and leadership teams

• Facilitate new employee safety orientation sessions

Day-to-Day Safety Operations

• Investigate workplace accidents, near-misses, and safety incidents in a timely manner

• Review and document employee injuries, ensuring proper reporting and follow-up

• Assign and track corrective action assignments to appropriate personnel

• Develop and deliver training programs on new safety policies, procedures, and best practices

• Educate staff on health, safety, and security laws, regulations, and company procedures

• Maintain safety documentation, records, and compliance files

Employee Relations & Support

• Meet with employees to address safety concerns, questions, and suggestions

• Resolve employee safety complaints and ensure timely follow-up on abatement actions

• Provide immediate assistance to injured employees, including first aid and injury assessment

• Transport injured employees to medical facilities when necessary

• Perform basic first aid, including bandaging and initial injury treatment

• Foster a positive safety culture through engagement and communication

Workers' Compensation Collaboration

• Coordinate with Workers' Compensation department on injury cases

• Review and investigate root causes of workplace injuries

• Participate in regular meetings to analyze injury trends and prevention strategies

• Maintain accurate injury documentation and case management records

Core Values Demonstration

• Embody and promote company Core and Growth Values in all interactions and decisions

• Lead by example in safety practices and professional conduct

Secondary Responsibilities

• Maintain consistent and reliable attendance

• Actively participate in departmental meetings, training sessions, and continuing education

• Provide training and mentorship to other employees on safety topics

• Serve as backup support for other safety or operations functions as needed

• Complete special projects, assignments, and administrative tasks as requested by management

Qualifications

Education

• High school diploma or GED required

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Occupational Safety, Environmental Health, or related field preferred

Certifications

• OSHA 30-Hour General Industry certification required (or ability to obtain within 90 days)

• First Aid and CPR/AED certification required

• Additional safety certifications (CSP, ASP, CHST, or similar) preferred

Experience

• Minimum 2-3 years of experience in safety coordination, occupational health, or related field

• Experience in warehouse, manufacturing, or logistics environments preferred

• Proven track record of conducting accident investigations and implementing corrective actions

• Experience with Workers' Compensation processes and injury case management

Work Environment: 

This position is located in an active industrial manufacturing and distribution center with moderate to high noise levels, temperature variations, and material handling equipment in operation. The role may require extended periods of standing or walking on concrete floors and the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) such as safety glasses and steel-toed boots. The fast-paced environment involves time-sensitive and safety sensitive operations and may include various shift schedules to support production and distribution needs.  

Benefits We Offer:  

• Health, Dental, Vision, Employee Assistance Program 
• Paid Time Off; increases with years of service 
• Generous Employee Discount on home furnishings 
• Professional Development Opportunities 
• Tuition Assistance 
• Ashley Wellness Centers (location specific)  
• 401(k) and Profit Sharing 
• Life Insurance 

Our Core Values:  

• Honesty & Integrity: Acts with transparency, discretion, and ethical judgment. Trusted to handle sensitive information and provide accurate, unbiased insights.  
• (Dirty Fingernail: Takes full accountability for outcomes, not just tasks. Inspects details, ensures data accuracy, and follows through to completion.  
• Continuous Improvement: Actively seeks better ways to improve templates, tools, and processes. Learns from prior initiatives and embeds lessons into standard work.  
• Growth & Results Focus: Understands how transformation initiatives drive growth, cost reduction, and profitability. Keeps work aligned to enterprise priorities.  
• Culture of Leadership: Leads through influence, reliability, and example. Builds trust across functions and supports leaders at every level.  
• Customer-Centric & Boundaryless: Works across silos for the greater good of the organization. Ensures outputs meet the needs of executives, initiative owners, and teams.  
• Operational Excellence: Demonstrates strong organizational discipline, attention to detail, and the ability to translate ambiguity into clear, executable tools.  

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We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and provide a drug-free working environment. While Ashley appreciates the interest of all candidates only those meeting specific position requirements may be contacted. This job description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment. The company reserves the right to revise or change job duties and responsibilities as the need arises.  

Notice to Search Firms: We are not seeking assistance or accepting unsolicited resumes from search firms. We will not pay any placement, referral or other fees to any search firms unless we have agreed otherwise in a valid, written agreement for the specific position posted and signed by an authorized representative of Ashley Furniture Industries. 

Please note this position is not eligible for current or future employment sponsorship. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or at any time in the future.