Job Description

The Safety Coordinator provides support related to safety and training to production supervisors and management, and serves as a liaison between the plant and Corporate EHS

Job Responsibilities

• Calculate and/or track monthly safety related data
• Update the OSHA 300 and 300A
• Inspect safety related equipment
• Audit site safety signs, area markings, and mirrors. Replace as necessary
• Conduct environmental inspections
• Conduct training sessions, including new hire orientation, annual regulatory topics, and OJT Train the Trainer, on all shifts
• Communicate and track internal training requirements; assess training gaps
• Work with the OJT program document owners on document revisions and OJT 90-day competency evaluations
• Facilitate the Safety Committee meetings, and maintain the minutes
• Conduct monthly safety audits with appropriate members of the management team. Document corrective actions
• Participate in incident investigations. Create one page summaries for distribution
• Create, distribute, and track safety talks and single point lessons
• Ensure monthly chemical inventory is conducted and documented by chemical suppliers. Complete related annual environmental reports, including, but not limited to Tier II and Form R
• Coordinate annual hearing testing, evacuation drills, and other regulatory tasks as directed
• Assist in development of “task based” LOTO Procedures
• Update electronic safety message boards
• Regularly meet with Maintenance to prioritize safety work orders
• Maintain Hazard ID and Safety Observation Logs and follow up on items
• Maintain accurate and complete files, including inspections, written programs, and reports.
• Communicate effectively
• Update the Safety Data Sheets in MSDS Online
• Complete clerical tasks related to Process Safety Management
• All GLC employees are expected to perform any assignment or job task according to the stated safety policies and procedures
• All GLC employees are expected to produce and promote our products and services in a manner that exceeds the quality and value expectation of our customers and consumers by adhering to Good Manufacturing Practices, Policies and Procedures outlined in our Safe Quality Food Program
• Other responsibilities as assigned by the manager

Required Education and Experience

• High School diploma or GED.
• General understanding of manufacturing processes and related equipment.
• Ability to make decisions based on standard practices.
• Ability to regularly create and update electronic documents.
• Experience with Microsoft Windows Applications
• Basic computer skills, including PowerPoint, Word, and Excel.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks, troubleshoot, and problem solve.

Preferred Education and Experience

• OSHA 10 Hour / OSHA 30 Hour Certification*
• EPA RCRA Waste Management Certification (Annual Course)*
• DOT Hazardous Materials Transportation Certification (Tri-Annual Course, Ground Shipments)*
• First Aid/CPR Certification (Bi-Annual Course)*
• *If not already certified, it is required that employees achieve this certification within the first 90 days of employment and/or assignment to the role.

Working Conditions

• Hair nets, ear plugs/muffs, hardhats, and/or safety glasses may be required.
• Occasional exposure to industrial operations including: temperature extremes from approximately 35ºF to 100ºF; noise levels in excess of 85 dB; moisture and moving machinery.
• Work is mainly performed in an office setting, with some time spent in a manufacturing environment

EEOC & Disclaimer

Great Lakes Cheese is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities.