Safety Coordinator

Safety Manager Plain City, OH 43064

Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced Safety Manager / Process Safety Engineer to join our team in Plain City, OH 43064. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in manufacturing safety, OSHA compliance, process improvement, and continuous improvement initiatives. This role will be responsible for leading all site safety programs, ensuring regulatory compliance, driving a strong safety culture, and supporting Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma initiatives to improve operational performance.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all site safety programs, policies, and procedures.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA regulations and other applicable safety standards.
• Conduct safety training and development programs for all personnel.
• Perform safety audits, inspections, investigations, and risk assessments.
• Manage incident reporting, root cause analysis, corrective actions, and follow-up activities.
• Develop and maintain site safety documentation and records.
• Promote and strengthen a culture of safety throughout the facility.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives through Lean Manufacturing, 5S, and Six Sigma methodologies.
• Facilitate Kaizen events and continuous improvement projects.
• Conduct business assessments, process evaluations, and workflow analyses.
• Develop and implement standard work procedures and sustainment plans.
• Partner with operations, maintenance, engineering, and leadership teams to improve safety and productivity.
• Manage safety-related projects and process improvement initiatives.
• Utilize statistical data and reporting tools to identify trends and support decision-making.
• Maintain emergency response plans and coordinate emergency preparedness activities.

Education

• Bachelor's Degree in Safety, Business, Manufacturing, Industrial Engineering, Occupational Health & Safety, or a related field preferred.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3-5 years of safety experience in a manufacturing environment.
• 5 years of manufacturing safety experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of OSHA regulations and compliance requirements.
• Experience conducting safety training, audits, and incident investigations.
• Experience with process planning and project management.
• Experience implementing and supporting Lean Manufacturing principles.
• Six Sigma Green Belt preferred; Black Belt strongly preferred.
• Experience utilizing continuous improvement tools and methodologies.
• Experience with ERP systems; Infor experience preferred.
• Strong understanding of Industrial Engineering concepts, including:
• • Time Studies
  • Workflow Analysis
  • Pareto Charts
  • Root Cause Analysis
  • Process Mapping
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Excellent communication and presentation abilities.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel and Word.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to influence change and build collaborative relationships.

Preferred Certifications

• CSP (Certified Safety Professional)
• ASP (Associate Safety Professional)
• CHST (Construction Health & Safety Technician)
• OSHA Certifications
• Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt

Ideal Candidate Background

Candidates with experience in the following industries are strongly preferred:

• Manufacturing
• Industrial Production
• Automotive Manufacturing
• Distribution & Logistics
• Food Manufacturing
• Building Products Manufacturing
• Heavy Industrial Operations
• Process Manufacturing
• Chemical Processing
• Engineering & Operations

Key Competencies

• Safety Leadership
• OSHA Compliance
• Process Safety Management
• Lean Manufacturing
• Six Sigma
• Continuous Improvement
• Project Management
• Risk Assessment
• Incident Investigation
• Root Cause Analysis
• Employee Training & Development
• Regulatory Compliance
• Data Analysis & Reporting

Location: Plain City, OH 43064
Schedule: Full-Time, On-Site
Travel: Minimal to Moderate, as needed for training and project support.

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