Safety Coordinator

WESTERN SMOKEHOUSE PARTNERS • Mexico, MO

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About The Position

Western Smokehouse Partners is seeking a Safety Coordinator to enforce the company’s Health and Safety vision and support its goal of reducing or eliminating workplace accidents and recognized hazards. The coordinator will build positive partnerships with site operations, encourage employee buy-in and safe work behaviors, and promote a culture of safety excellence.

The position maintains a multi-site safety program and implements company safety programs, policies, procedures, goals, and strategies aligned with corporate KPIs. It includes employee training, workplace audits and hazard assessments, accident and near-miss investigations, safety committee meetings, and emergency response drills. The Safety Coordinator reports directly to the Senior Safety Manager.

Requirements

• Background in safety management with a strong understanding of safety regulations and best practices.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and other relevant software.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Nice To Haves

• Food processing experience.
• Industrial equipment certification or training experience, including forklifts, motorized pallet jacks, and scissor lifts.
• First Aid, CPR, and AED certification.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a multi-site safety program.
• Implement company safety programs, policies, and procedures.
• Promote and implement safety goals and strategies aligned with corporate KPIs.
• Lead local behavior-based safety initiatives to improve safety culture and reduce accidents.
• Conduct regular safety audits and inspections to identify hazards requiring improvement.
• Conduct hazard assessments, including for confined spaces, personal protective equipment, and job hazard analysis.
• Develop and deliver safety training for employees, including new-hire orientation and refresher training.
• Lead investigations of accidents and near-miss incidents, identify root causes, and coordinate corrective actions.
• Maintain accurate records of safety inspections, incidents, and training activities.
• Hold Safety Committee meetings to support employee involvement in safety.
• Coordinate emergency response drills.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed