Safety Coordinator

Safety Coordinator

Cosmo Cabinets, a growing manufacturer of kitchen and bath cabinets is seeking an experienced safety coordinator.  Our company operates based on our core values of Cosmo C.A.R.E.S. - Communicate, Accountable, Reliable, Excellence, and Safety. Our core values are the heart of our management style. Our motto is “We build our people”, as Cosmo is committed to our employees through training, career development opportunities, and fostering a supportive work environment.

The safety coordinator is responsible for initiating, leading and maintaining safety policies and procedures to ensure a safe and productive work environment.

Responsibilities:

• Communicate with safety advisors and management about safety inquiries and/or responses as needed.
• Create new and maintain established safety policies and procedures, serve as liaison with safety consultants to ensure a safe working environment.
• Conduct regular safety inspections and audits to identify potential hazards and provide corrective action.
• Perform regular safety audits and required inspections that are required to keep manufacturing facility OSHA compliant.
• Direct and document safety committee meeting discussions, project updates and communication of new safety initiatives.
• Investigate accidents and complete required documentation to complete the OSHA log and recommend corrective actions.
• Ensure first aid/safety equipment is replenished including but not limited to first aid supplies, fire extinguishers, eye wash stations, ppe, safety signs, etc.
• Collaborate with other departments to support safety and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Provide training to staff and new hires on safety initiatives.                                                          

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Must be able to investigate and problem solve in a creative and proactive manner.
• Must be able to build employee relationships, effectively communicating in verbal and written form. 
• Actively listen to employees and hold production team members accountable for safety initiatives.
• Manage multiple projects at once while retaining a professional demeanor.
• Utilize computer software to enter date, create and document reports. 

Education and Experience:

• Associate degree, technical college, or equivalent experience.
• 3+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Must understand continuous improvement principles and OSHA compliances and documentation.

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods of standing and walking
• Must be able to lift 30-60lbs at times, team lifting when necessary.
• Must be able to work in a variety of weather conditions and tolerate exposure to typical noises and smells associated with manufacturing environments.
• Must be able to bend, stretch, squat, twist and move around a production facility with ease.                                  

 We offer a competitive hourly rate and benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plan, and paid time off. If you have the required experience and qualifications and share our values of Cosmo C.A.R.E.S., we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity to join our team.