Safety Coordinator - NC

ABEC Inc • Wilson, NC

1h

About The Position

ABEC is seeking a hands-on Safety Coordinator to own and manage the safety program at a new biopharmaceutical manufacturing facility. The role will help establish the site's safety culture and program from the ground up, while drawing on the resources and practices of an established manufacturer. The Safety Coordinator will partner across the organization to maintain OSHA standards and SHARP certification standards, improve safety performance, and support a safe, engaged, and high-performing workforce.

The position involves regular floor presence, safety audits and inspections, incident investigation, employee training, compliance documentation, and collaboration with production, engineering, and leadership. The Safety Coordinator will use data and continuous-improvement practices to reduce risk and promote safe, efficient production. Occasional travel to other ABEC locations is required.

Requirements

• Associate’s degree.
• At least 2 years of experience managing or supporting a safety program.
• Strong knowledge of OSHA regulations, specifically 1910.
• Experience in manufacturing or industrial environments.
• Excellent communication skills across all levels.
• Ability to influence, coach, and hold teams accountable.
• Organized, proactive, and solutions-driven.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Comfort working in PPE, including safety shoes and eye and hearing protection.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Lean, Six Sigma, or continuous-improvement experience.
• SHARP or safety certification exposure.
• Experience in regulated environments.

Responsibilities

• Own and manage the site-wide safety program.
• Drive OSHA 1910 compliance and maintain ABEC’s SHARP certification standards.
• Identify risks and implement proactive solutions.
• Conduct regular safety audits, inspections, and walkthroughs.
• Partner with production, engineering, and leadership teams to promote safety.
• Coach employees and promote accountability and a strong safety culture.
• Lead incident and near-miss investigations, perform root cause analysis, and implement corrective actions.
• Use safety data and metrics to improve outcomes.
• Deliver OSHA training, toolbox talks, and safety stand-downs.
• Support employee onboarding and ongoing safety education.
• Align safety initiatives with Lean and continuous-improvement strategies.
• Identify and remove barriers to safe, efficient production and recommend improvements.
• Identify risks on the manufacturing floor and solve problems in real time.
• Ensure proper PPE use and safe work practices.
• Lead safety meetings and engage teams.
• Maintain compliance documentation and audit readiness.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance starting on Day 1.
• Three weeks of paid vacation.
• 401(k) plan with a 40% match.
• Ten paid holidays.
• Company-paid life insurance.
• College tuition benefit program.
• Employee Referral Program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree