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.
*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 35°F to 100°F; 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 Affirmative Action Employer.
