Safety Coordinator

JOB TITLE: Safety Coordinator FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt REPORTS TO: Human Resources & Safety Director LOCATION: Main Campus – Crookston Office, travel to all locations SCHEDULE: 8:00 am – 5:00 pm, M-F (core, with flexibility to meet business needs) Position Overview:

The Safety Coordinator leads and supports the company-wide safety program across three manufacturing and processing facilities, with minimal supervision from the Director. This hands-on role focuses on maintaining a safe work environment, promoting a strong safety culture among employees, and ensuring compliance with applicable federal and state OSHA requirements. The ideal candidate will be proactive, organized, and committed to maintaining a safe and healthy work environment. Essential Functions:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
• Lead and coordinate company-wide safety programs, policies, and initiatives.
• Partner with site managers, supervisors, and employees on safety inspections, identification of

hazards, corrective action, and follow-up.
• Provide and coordinate employee safety training, orientations, and ongoing safety education.
• Monitor and support compliance with OSHA and other applicable safety requirements.
• Maintain safety records, documentation, OSHA reporting, training records, inspections, and

corrective actions.
• Conduct annual reviews and updates of written safety programs and training materials.
• Assist with workplace injury, incident, and near-miss investigations and follow-up.
• Coordinate and participate in safety meetings and employee safety engagement activities.
• Ensure employee safety concerns, suggestions, and reported hazards receive timely attention

and resolution.
• Communicate safety expectations, trends, incidents, and regulatory updates throughout the

organization.
• Provide safety consultation and support to leadership and employees across all facilities.
• Maintain a regular safety presence at each location through minimum monthly site visits and

ongoing communication and follow-up.
• Maintain professional knowledge through continued education, industry workshops,

publications, and professional networks.
• Serve as company representative during inspections or audits by OSHA, DOT, and other

regulatory agencies.
• Perform all duties with a high level of professionalism and discretion.
• Support other business units or functions as directed by management in response to evolving

business needs.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Skills/Knowledge/Qualifications:

• 2+ years of experience in a safety-related role leading or coordinating workplace safety programs

• Experience in manufacturing, distribution, processing, agriculture, warehouse, or a related environment; transferable experience will be considered.

• Working knowledge of OSHA requirements and workplace safety practices.
• Experience conducting inspections, training employees, and addressing workplace hazards.
• Strong communication, organization, problem-solving, and follow-through skills.
• Ability to work effectively with employees and leadership at all levels.
• Ability and willingness to travel monthly between company locations.
• Ability to conduct training and mentor employees effectively
• Analytical skills for evaluating trends and incident data
• Attention to detail and strong organizational skills
• Proficient in safety-related software, Microsoft Office, and report writing
• Manage multiple tasks and adjust according to priority
• Ability to use critical thinking skills to plan and problem-solve
• Ability to provide a positive and professional outlook and perspective.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, etc.), Smartsheet
• Take the initiative to own your results and be the Sunrich Products, LLC brand.

Preferred Qualifications/Certifications

• OSHA 10-hour and/or 30-hour training certifications
• Certified Safety Professional (CSP)

Work Environment/Physical Demands:

The Safety Coordinator works in both office and field environments, including climate-controlled settings and outdoor locations with varying weather conditions. The position requires regular walking and standing, as well as occasional bending, stooping, kneeling, reaching, climbing stairs, and navigating uneven surfaces. The role involves moderate physical activity and may occasionally require lifting or carrying safety equipment or materials. Note: This job description is not intended to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee for this job. Changes may be made at any time.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• JOB TITLE: Safety Coordinator