Job Description

Job Title: Safety Coordinator

Location: Paterson, NJ

Employment Type: Full Time

Job Summary:

We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Safety Coordinator to join our team at our food manufacturing facility in Paterson, NJ. This role is responsible for promoting a safe working environment by developing, implementing, and monitoring health and safety programs that comply with OSHA, FDA, USDA, and other regulatory standards. The ideal candidate will have experience in a manufacturing setting, strong communication skills, and a hands-on approach to safety culture improvement.

Key Responsibilities:

• Monitor daily operations to ensure compliance with company safety policies and government regulations (OSHA, FDA, USDA, etc.).
• Conduct regular safety audits, inspections, and risk assessments throughout the plant.
• Assist in developing and updating safety procedures, manuals, and training materials specific to food manufacturing operations.
• Lead and participate in incident investigations, root cause analyses, and the development of corrective actions.
• Maintain accurate records of incidents, inspections, trainings, and compliance reports.
• Coordinate and conduct employee safety training programs, including new hire orientation and annual refresher courses.
• Support the implementation of Food Safety Programs (GMPs, HACCP) from a workplace safety perspective.
• Serve as the liaison for internal teams and regulatory agencies during safety inspections or audits.
• Track and manage PPE inventory and ensure proper usage across all departments.
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement and employee involvement in workplace safety initiatives.

Qualifications:

• 2+ years of safety experience in a manufacturing environment; food manufacturing experience preferred.
• Working knowledge of OSHA regulations; familiarity with FDA and USDA compliance is a plus.
• Strong understanding of hazard identification, job hazard analysis, and incident investigation procedures.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint); experience with safety management systems is a plus.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced production environment.
• Ability to speak Spanish is a plus

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to walk for extended periods in a manufacturing environment.
• May require occasional lifting (up to 50 lbs), bending, and working in hot or cold environments.
• Ability to wear required PPE and adhere to hygiene and food safety protocols.
• Plant work may involve exposure to cold, heat, loud noise, moving machinery, heights, dust, mist, gas, fumes, and frequent walking or climbing

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