What are the responsibilities and job description for the Safety Coordinator position at SUNBELT SOLOMON SERVICES, LLC?
The Safety Coordinator is responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining workplace safety programs that promote a safe and compliant manufacturing environment. This role produces professional safety documentation, identifies and mitigates workplace risks, and educates employees on best practices to reduce or eliminate hazards. The Safety Coordinator works closely with employees and leadership to ensure regulatory compliance, lead safety initiatives, and support a strong safety culture throughout the organization. This position is based on-site at our Solomon, Kansas facility and may require up to 15% travel as needed to support business operations.
- Conduct new hire safety onboarding and training programs.
- Plan, deliver, and ensure compliance with monthly safety training sessions.
- Manage hoist and mobile equipment certifications, ensuring operator licenses remain current.
- Perform Root Cause Analysis (RCA) for safety incidents, injuries, near misses, and first aid events.
- Lead and support the Safety Committee, including meeting facilitation and action tracking.
- Conduct weekly and monthly safety audits across the facility.
- Oversee fire extinguisher inspection and maintenance programs.
- Perform hoist, sling, and lifting equipment inspections.
- Maintain safety forms, records, and other administrative safety documentation.
- Inspect tools and equipment to ensure safe operating condition.
- Verify facility compliance with electrical, environmental, and safety codes.
- Promote and lead initiatives that strengthen the company’s safety culture.
- Lead facility safety initiatives, audits, and improvement projects.
- Model professional behavior and ensure compliance with safety and environmental regulations.
- Identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency and reduce safety risks.
- Support operational goals by recommending hazard reduction strategies.
- Maintain high standards of internal and external customer service related to safety objectives.
- Lead the corrective action process following safety incidents and ensure actions remain implemented.
- Remove operational obstacles related to safety while helping avoid production disruptions.
- Demonstrate and enforce safe work practices and proper use of safety equipment.
- Audit Environmental Health & Safety (EH&S) processes to verify compliance and effective knowledge transfer to employees.
- Perform additional duties as assigned.