Safety Coordinator

Charter Manufacturing is a fourth-generation family-owned business where our will to grow drives us to do it better. Join the team and become part of our family!

🚧 Safety Coordinator - Fully onsite in Milwaukee, WI

🔍 Position Purpose

At Charter, safety isn’t just a requirement—it’s a core value. As our Safety Coordinator, you’ll play a critical role in protecting our people and strengthening our safety culture. You’ll lead efforts to create safe working conditions, ensure regulatory compliance, and empower employees through training and engagement. Your work will directly reduce risk, prevent injuries, and drive continuous improvement across our manufacturing operations.

🎯 What You’ll Do

• Champion a safe working environment for all employees
• Educate and train new and existing team members on safety practices and compliance
• Interpret and apply OSHA and state regulations in practical, effective ways
• Track and analyze safety performance metrics (e.g., IIR, LWDI, lost days, near misses)
• Maintain documentation to ensure OSHA compliance
• Conduct or coordinate industrial hygiene monitoring
• Support and develop department-level safety teams
• Collaborate on safety planning for new processes, equipment, and construction
• Lead cross-functional teams to implement safety initiatives
• Follow Environmental, Quality, and Safety Management System procedures
  
  

✅ What You Bring

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety & Health or related field (or equivalent experience)
• 2 years of safety experience in a manufacturing environment
• Strong communication skills and ability to train across all levels
• Practical knowledge of OSHA and state safety regulations
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational and multitasking skills
• Proven ability to work independently and lead teams
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office
  
  

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in metals or heavy manufacturing
• Familiarity with environmental compliance programs
• Experience working with regulatory agencies
• Formal team training and facilitation experience
• Advanced Microsoft Office skills
  
  

🌟 Why Join Charter?

• Be part of a company where safety is woven into everything we do
• Make a real impact by helping shape our safety culture and protect our people
• Grow your career with leadership opportunities and development support
• Work in a collaborative, team-driven environment that values your voice
  
  

We offer comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits, along with a 401(k) plan that includes employer matching and profit sharing. Additionally, we offer company-paid life insurance, disability coverage, and paid time off (PTO).