Safety Coordinator

CEEUS Inc•West Columbia, SC

54d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Safety Coordinator, reporting to Human Resources, is responsible for developing and maintaining a safe, compliant, and accountable work environment across CEEUS operations. This position serves as the company's safety subject-matter resource, proactively identifying hazards, investigating incidents, managing safety-related claims, and developing practical policies, procedures, and training. The Safety Coordinator partners with Human Resources, Operations, Facilities, Fleet, and other leaders to address safety concerns, implement effective corrective actions, and continuously improve safety performance. The Safety Coordinator is an experienced safety professional responsible for the day-to-day safety function within CEEUS's distribution and warehouse environment. The position requires a strong understanding of warehouse operations, OSHA and DOT requirements, emergency preparedness, incident investigation, workers' compensation, and risk management. The Safety Coordinator is expected to independently evaluate safety concerns, develop sound solutions, and follow issues through resolution. Reporting to Human Resources, the Safety Coordinator works collaboratively across the organization while maintaining appropriate independence as the company's safety subject-matter resource. The position supports leadership by providing clear safety guidance, identifying risks and trends, and helping establish accountability for safe work practices and corrective actions.

Requirements

High School Diploma, Current First Aid, CPR, and AED certification
Demonstrated experience developing, implementing, and maintaining workplace safety policies, procedures, and programs.
Demonstrated experience conducting incident investigations, identifying root causes, and implementing corrective actions.
Working knowledge of OSHA requirements, safety recordkeeping, and applicable DOT/FMCSA requirements.
Experience coordinating workers’ compensation claims and responding to workplace injuries, property damage, equipment incidents, or vehicle accidents.
Experience conducting safety inspections, hazard assessments, and safety training.
Experience in a multi-location distribution or warehouse environment.
Experience developing or significantly improving a safety program in an organization with limited or developing safety processes.
Strong organizational and time-management skills.
Strong written, verbal, presentation, and interpersonal communication skills.
Ability to build effective working relationships across all levels of the organization.
Strong analytical, investigative, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to stand, walk, bend, stoop, kneel, climb, and otherwise navigate warehouse and facility environments as necessary to perform the essential functions of the position.
Ability to lift, carry, push, or pull safety equipment, supplies, or materials weighing up to 50 pounds as needed.
Ability to safely navigate active warehouse environments containing powered industrial trucks, material handling equipment, and other operational hazards.
Ability to travel between company locations and work in varying environmental conditions typical of warehouse and distribution operations.
Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, with employees, management, Human Resources, Operations, Facilities, Fleet, and other stakeholders.
Ability to exchange accurate information, provide instructions, ask and answer questions, and communicate safety concerns and recommendations in a timely manner.
Ability to organize and prioritize multiple assignments, meet deadlines, and adapt to changing priorities.
Ability to exercise sound judgment, professionalism, discretion, and confidentiality.
Requires sufficient visual acuity to read printed and electronic materials, review records and data, perform computer-based work, and observe workplace conditions and potential hazards.
Ability to accurately process, analyze, and interpret written, numerical, regulatory, and electronic information.
Ability to maintain attention to detail and concentration while performing work requiring accuracy.
Ability to apply critical thinking, problem-solving, and sound judgment when evaluating safety concerns and determining appropriate actions.
Ability to recognize and respond appropriately to workplace hazards, unsafe conditions, and safety-related incidents.
Ability to safely work within an active warehouse and distribution environment while following applicable safety procedures and regulations.
Ability to respond appropriately to workplace injuries, property damage, equipment incidents, near-misses, and other safety events.
Ability to participate in emergency preparedness and response activities, including availability outside standard working hours when required.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and maintain appropriate focus on safety-critical matters.
Ability to exercise independent judgment when evaluating safety concerns, incidents, and workplace conditions.
Ability to remain composed and make sound decisions during emergencies, investigations, and other high-pressure situations.
Ability to work effectively with employees and leaders at all levels of the organization.

Nice To Haves

Advanced emergency response training beyond basic First Aid/CPR/AED appropriate to a workplace or industrial environment
Ability to obtain and maintain additional safety certifications required for the position
Bachelor's degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Health & Safety, Safety Management, Industrial Safety, or a related field
CSP, ASP, CHST, or other recognized professional safety certification
OSHA 30-hour or other advanced OSHA training
Additional emergency response, hazardous materials, DOT, or safety related certifications.

Responsibilities

Develop, implement, and continuously improve safety policies, procedures, programs, and practices that support a safe and compliant work environment.
Maintain working knowledge of applicable OSHA, DOT/FMCSA, environmental, and other regulatory requirements and ensure safety practices and documentation appropriately reflect those requirements.
Conduct safety inspections, hazard assessments, job safety analyses, and workplace observations to proactively identify risks and recommend effective controls.
Investigate workplace injuries, near-misses, property damage, equipment incidents, vehicle accidents, and other safety events; identify root and contributing causes and develop appropriate corrective actions.
Track identified hazards and corrective actions through completion and follow up to ensure solutions are implemented and effective.
Coordinate workers’ compensation claims and related documentation in partnership with Human Resources, employees, medical providers, insurance carriers, and other appropriate parties.
Partner with Human Resources and operational leaders regarding safety expectations, work restrictions, return-to-work matters, employee accountability, and other safety-related concerns.
Support safety requirements associated with distribution and warehouse operations, including material handling, powered industrial trucks, warehouse traffic, loading and unloading, ergonomics, equipment, facilities, and transportation activities.
Maintain appropriate emergency preparedness and response procedures and coordinate training, drills, equipment, and resources necessary to respond effectively to workplace emergencies.
Develop and deliver safety training and education for employees and leaders and promote employee participation in hazard identification, near-miss reporting, and other safety initiatives.
Monitor safety, incident, claims, and inspection data to identify trends, measure effectiveness, and recommend opportunities for improvement.
Coordinate applicable environmental, waste management, and hazardous material practices and maintain required documentation.
Communicate significant safety risks, trends, incidents, and recommendations to Human Resources and appropriate operational leadership and escalate unresolved or significant concerns when necessary.
Partner with Human Resources, Operations, Facilities, and other leaders to promote accountability, strengthen the safety culture, and integrate safety into daily operations.
Perform their responsibilities in a manner that reflects CEEUS’s core values
Other duties as assigned