Safety and Training Coordinator

PACIFIC AMERICAN FISH CO INC•Vernon, CA

1d•$72,000 - $82,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Safety and Training Coordinator coordinates workplace safety programs, employee training, and regulatory compliance throughout PAFCO’s seafood processing, warehouse, cold storage, and distribution operations. The position promotes a safe working environment by identifying hazards, preventing injuries, conducting safety inspections, and ensuring employees are properly trained. The role includes maintaining safety programs in compliance with OSHA and Cal/OSHA regulations; delivering and coordinating training; maintaining safety and training documentation; investigating incidents and near misses; and working with Operations, Maintenance, HR, and Quality Assurance to promote workplace safety and compliance. The position works in both office and operational settings, including seafood processing areas, refrigerated warehouses, freezers, and loading docks. Required PPE and established safety procedures must be followed.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Knowledge of OSHA/Cal/OSHA requirements and workplace hazard prevention.
Strong communication, organizational, documentation, and problem-solving skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office or similar recordkeeping systems.

Nice To Haves

Additional safety education.
Experience in workplace safety, employee training, warehouse operations, or food processing.
OSHA 30-Hour training, First Aid/CPR certification, or relevant safety credentials.

Responsibilities

Maintain workplace safety programs in compliance with OSHA and Cal/OSHA regulations.
Conduct safety inspections and address workplace hazards.
Coordinate new-hire orientations and ongoing employee safety training.
Maintain training records, safety documentation, and inspection reports.
Provide training on PPE, equipment safety, hazard communication, and emergency procedures.
Investigate incidents and near misses and coordinate corrective actions.
Organize safety meetings, toolbox talks, and emergency drills.
Collaborate with Operations, Maintenance, HR, and Quality Assurance to promote workplace safety and compliance.
Monitor safety performance, identify training needs, and report findings to management.