Safety Coordinator - Wooster

WHO WE ARE

At Seaman Corporation, we are dedicated to creating and supplying quality, high-performance fabrics that protect our planet, our people, and our customers. From humble beginnings in 1949 to a multi-million-dollar organization, this family-owned business has grown to be a leading manufacturer in highly durable coated fabrics, supplying products to customers around the globe.

Every Seaman Corporation associate plays a valuable role in our company’s continuous growth. We believe by investing in the right people and resources, we can drive sustainable growth across the entire business.

Seaman Corporation products are composed of proprietary knitted or woven base fabrics and coating formulas to produce high performance roofing systems, geomembrane liners, truck tarps, architectural structures, and much more. We work exclusively with authorized fabricators, designers, consultants, engineers, and installers for quality solutions start to finish.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Company performance bonus in addition to base salary
• Flexible work opportunities including flex schedules, as needed.
• Professional development opportunities including tuition reimbursement, course training, and networking
• A competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with company match, paid time off (PTO), volunteer time off (VTO), and paid holidays
• Fun and engaging activities including department outings, holiday parties, and our annual company-wide dinner

Seaman Corporation is seeking a Safety Coordinator to join our  Operations team in either Bristol, TN or Wooster Ohio.  This position will report to the Safety Manager.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Safety Coordinator supports the Safety Manager in advancing the company’s “Safety First” mission across manufacturing facilities. This role promotes a safe work environment by supporting daily safety compliance, developing and implementing safety programs, conducting training, investigating incidents, mitigating hazards, and ensuring alignment with company policies and applicable state and federal regulations.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following:  (other duties as assigned)

• Assist the Safety Manager and the leadership group to create change and define safety solutions that are in the best interest of the overall business strategy and objectives,
• Promote a strong safety culture by partnering with management and safety teams to implement strategies that reduce injuries, near misses, and environmental events.

• Assist with effective execution and improvement of the safety training programs that include in-person, computer-based, third party provider courses and daily meetings, as well as development of course materials.
• Partner with supervisors and safety investigation team members by conducting root cause analysis on recordable incidents and near-miss events to identify root causes and implement preventive actions.
• Conduct routine safety audits across manufacturing and warehouse areas, focusing on machine guarding, chemical safety, lockout/tagout, PPE, walking-working surfaces, and behavioral safety.
• Conduct regular safety audits in all manufacturing and warehouse areas with specific focus on machine guarding, chemical safety, lockout/tagout, personal protective equipment, walking/working surfaces and behavioral audits to identify potential risks or hazards.

• Deliver and document required new-hire and associate safety training on Hazard Communication/GHS, LOTO, confined space entry, respiratory protection, and PPE selection and use.
• Partner with department managers and supervisors to ensure associates follow safety standards and regulatory requirements.

• Assist the Safety teams and ensure the appropriate skills and competencies are identified and developed to meet business objectives.

• Ability to walk and stand for extended periods on the production floor;  lift up to 50 lbs. and climb ladders/scaffolding for equipment inspections.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Education:  associate or bachelor’s degree in safety management or related field is preferred.
• Certification:  OSHA 30-hour General Industry certification is highly preferred.  OSHA 10-hour General Industry Certification is required. 
• Experience:  2+ years of hands-on industrial or manufacturing safety experience.
• Excellent interpersonal skills to collaborate with diverse teams, from floor operators to executive leadership.

COMPETENCIES

To perform the job successfully, an individual should be aligned with our company values and demonstrate the following competencies:

Do What’s Right

• Safety: Safety is our priority and everyone’s responsibility. If you see something unsafe, you are called to say something.
• Customer Focus: We are in business for the customer. Our (internal and external) customers deserve our focus, and we can create solutions that solve their needs.
• Integrity: Our words and actions reflect our values, and we hold respect for all individuals.

Work Together

• Collaboration: We must share openly with one another, listen actively, and seek to understand the needs of our colleagues. We will respect diversity and work to find common ground.
• Teamwork: We will trust the person and attack the process.

Create Solutions

• Entrepreneurism: Act with a spirit of entrepreneurism, challenge the status quo, and find innovative solutions to our obstacles.
• Continuous Improvement: Everyone is an advocate for continuous improvement. Be willing to learn something new and accept that failure is a part of the process.
• Results: At the end of the day, results are what drive us forward. Hold yourself accountable to remove roadblocks and focus on the outcome over the activity.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:  None

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:  Minimal travel expected.