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Job SummaryThe Safety Coordinator is responsible for the coordination, facilitation, and supervision of the facility's safety programs and initiatives.Principal Duties and Responsibilities* Regularly inspects facility operations to ensure that safe job practices are followed, protective equipment is properly utilized, and all required machine/process guards are in place and operational* Investigates and facilitate the investigation of all accidents and near-miss occurrences identify trends and causes and ensures that corrective measures are implemented* Works with management to develop safety programs and incentives as appropriate* Conducts new hire training and ensures new employees understand safety practices and policies* Provides training to employees on the safe and appropriate operation of machinery and equipment* Chairs the Safety Committee* Ensures the facility maintains the proper number of personnel trained in first aid and CPR and that the required level of safety and medical supplies are maintained in inventory* Conducts and certifies all forklift training* Coordinates annual fire inspection tours and planned/unplanned tours by other safety and health regulatory agencies* Monitors facility hearing conservation program* Coordinates work duties for employees on medical restrictions* Maintains appropriate communication with immediate management, Human Resources, and third-party claims administrators* Maintains OSHA 300 log and other required reports* Prepares regular and special reports as required* Performs other duties as requiredQualifications* Minimum high school graduate* Minimum zero to two years of experience in safety or woodworking operations* Working knowledge and proficiency in the use of computer and business-related software, including Microsoft applications Excel, Word and Outlook* Preferred experience in First Aid and CPR and working knowledge of OSHA and DOT regulationsThe Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer.