Safety and Training Coordinator - Willows, CA

MGF Brand•Willows, CA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Masters Gallery Foods is seeking a Safety and Training Coordinator to lead employee safety, compliance, onboarding, and workforce development programs at its Willows, California facility. The role helps build a strong safety culture and ensures employees receive training and support to perform safely, efficiently, and successfully. It partners with operations, maintenance, quality, and human resources to advance safety and employee development, and reports to the Vice President of Risk & Loss Control and Training Program Manager. The coordinator leads facility safety, health, and regulatory compliance programs; conducts audits, inspections, and incident investigations; and coordinates workers’ compensation, emergency preparedness, and safety committee activities. The role also develops and delivers onboarding, job-specific, and leadership development programs, manages training records and Learning Management System activities, and maintains training materials, work instructions, and standard operating procedures. The coordinator supports equipment and process changes through training and safety integration, builds relationships that promote safety and continuous learning, and assists with other approved projects. The position requires flexibility to work across a three-shift operation and collaborate across manufacturing departments. Compensation is hourly, ranging from $27.00 to $34.00.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Safety, Occupational Health, Training, Education, Business, or a related field preferred.
Three or more years of experience in manufacturing safety, training, operations, or a related leadership role.
Knowledge of OSHA/Cal-OSHA regulations and safety management principles.
Ability to develop and deliver employee training programs.
Strong communication, facilitation, coaching, and organizational skills.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and learning management systems.
Excellent technical skills.
Understanding of high-speed packaging and production labeling equipment and related job functions.
In-depth knowledge of cross-departmental manufacturing functions and processes, including Production, Sanitation, Quality, Warehouse, and Maintenance.
Ability to present information effectively and respond to questions from end users.
Excellent interpersonal skills, including well-developed listening and coaching skills.
Strong organizational and time-management skills and ability to meet deadlines.
Ability to adapt to a changing environment and learn new programs, applications, and processes.
Ability to be flexible and work across a three-shift operation.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual English/Spanish.

Responsibilities

Lead facility safety, health, and regulatory compliance programs.
Conduct safety audits, inspections, and incident investigations, and follow up on corrective actions.
Coordinate workers’ compensation, emergency preparedness, and safety committee activities.
Develop and deliver employee onboarding, job-specific training, and leadership development programs.
Manage training records, employee qualifications, and Learning Management System activities.
Create and maintain training materials, work instructions, and standard operating procedures.
Support new equipment, process improvements, and operational initiatives through effective training and safety integration.
Build relationships with employees and supervisors to promote safety, accountability, and continuous learning.
Provide general assistance on miscellaneous projects approved by the Vice President of Risk & Loss Control and Training Program Manager.

Benefits

Generous benefits package.
Service-based paid vacation time and 10 paid holidays.
Free Center for Health and Wellness for employees and their dependents.
Tuition reimbursement.
Student loan forgiveness.
Subsidized fitness programs.
Cell phone discount programs.
Employee assistance program.
Opportunities to give back to the community, including drives, activities, and matched donations.
Training and development programs.
Cheese Store, free popcorn, hot beverages, and filtered Culligan water.
Fun activities throughout the year, including potlucks, company picnics, and a holiday party.