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Safety Coordinator (Finance)



Job Overview

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 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.

Nearest Major Market: Wausau Apply

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