Safety Coordinator

Strive Pharmacy • Saint Louis, MO

19d • $65,000 - $75,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

The Safety Coordinator is responsible for assisting the Safety Manager in the day-to-day administration and continuous improvement of the organization’s Safety and Health Program. This role serves as a key technical resource for developing standardized policies and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) that protect our employees across both pharmaceutical pharmacy settings and industrial warehouse environments. This role will support the Fenton location locally and the network as a whole.

Requirements

• Experience: 1-4 years of experience in an EHS or Safety role. Experience in a dual-environment (Healthcare/Clinical + Industrial/Logistics) is preferred.
• Education: Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Industrial Hygiene, or a related field.
• Technical Knowledge: Strong understanding of OSHA 29 CFR 1910 (General Industry) and familiarity with pharmaceutical standards preferred (e.g., NIOSH, USP).
• Communication: Ability to communicate effectively with cross-functional departments. Adequate writing/typing skills for SOP development and the ability to present safety topics to varied group sizes and audiences.
• Physical Requirements: Ability to spend significant time walking and standing in both pharmacy (clean room/lab) and warehouse (industrial) environments. May require lifting of up to 25 pounds.

Nice To Haves

• Professional certification (e.g., ASP, GSP, or OHST) is a plus.
• Project Management: Ability to implement standardized systems across multiple locations or departments.
• Occasional routine travel to sites to perform assessments or facilitate training.

Responsibilities

• Policy & SOP Development: Draft, revise, and implement comprehensive safety policies and SOPs. Focus areas include hazardous drug handling (USP <800>), Powered Industrial Truck (PIT) operations, machine safeguarding, and emergency response.
• Continuous Improvement: Identify gaps in current safety protocols and lead initiatives to enhance the safety culture. Work to standardize safety systems and work practices across all organization sites to ensure a unified safety experience.
• Site Safety Assessments: Perform regular, documented site safety inspections and audits of the pharmacy and warehouse floors. Evaluate the effectiveness of existing controls and verify adherence to OSHA, EPA, and state-specific regulations.
• Hazard Identification & Control: Proactively identify physical, chemical, and ergonomic hazards. Collaborate with operations teams to implement the "Hierarchy of Controls" (Elimination, Substitution, Engineering, Administrative, or PPE).
• Safety Training: Assist in the continuous improvement of an engaging safety program. Deliver training to diverse audiences, including pharmacy technicians, warehouse associates, and leadership teams (e.g., Spill Response, Respiratory Protection, and Utility Knife Safety).
• Network Collaboration: Participate in and/or lead safety meetings with teams across the network. Facilitate the sharing of "Lessons Learned" and best practices between sites.
• Compliance Administration: Assist in the maintenance of documentation required for regulatory compliance, including fit testing and online medical evaluations for respirator users, and data collection for reporting.
• Incident Investigation: Investigate safety incidents and near misses to identify root causes and implement preventive measures.
• Emergency Preparedness: Lead emergency drill training and ensure all employees understand emergency response procedures.

Benefits

• Strive Pharmacy provides a comprehensive benefits package that encompasses various perks such as employer paid healthcare coverage available after 30 days of employment, the choice of an FSA/HSA, a voucher for new hire scrubs (if applicable), parental leave, a 401(k) plan with matching contributions, and the benefit of weekends and holidays off.
• FREE COMPOUNDED MEDS to employees and immediate family members.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees