EPITEC
Title: Safety Coordinator
Location: Milan, IL (Onsite from Day 1)
Details
- Contract Duration: 12-month ongoing contract
- Start Date: 01/26/2026
- Work Arrangement: 100% onsite (remote/hybrid not an option)
- Shift: 3rd shift (11:00 PM – 7:30 AM)
- Pay Rate: $30
- OT Available: Yes
- No travel required
- Interview Process: 1 round virtual (Teams) with hiring team; possible second round
- Visa Sponsorship: Not available now or in the future
Job Summary
Entry-level position into the safety profession. Apply principles of occupational safety to comply with regulatory agency and company standards for injury and illness reporting. Duties include:
- Assisting supervisors and employees with injury prevention by identifying hazards and unsafe actions.
- Developing recommendations for safety processes/programs to maintain a hazard-free workplace.
- Conducting audits to verify compliance with regulations and company policies.
- Developing and delivering safety presentations and training.
- Reviewing new products, equipment, and processes for potential hazards and compliance.
- Communicating with safety equipment suppliers.
Position’s Contributions to Work Group
- Provide interpretation, analysis, and support for health and safety programs and processes.
- Spend ~50% of shift on warehouse floor conducting safety observations, incident investigations, and training.
- Participate in design and implementation of processes to reduce workplace hazards.
- Compile and analyze data for compliance with OSHA and company standards.
- Coordinate safety audits and manage corrective/preventative actions.
Typical Day or Week in the Role
- Task Breakdown: Safety observations, incident investigations, ergonomic reviews, training, audits, reporting.
- Team Interaction: Daily communication with supervisors, employees, and safety staff.
- Work Environment: Fully onsite, standard 8-hour day, 40 hours/week, 3rd shift.
Responsibilities
- Conduct incident investigations and ergonomic reviews.
- Manage OSHA recordkeeping and internal safety documentation.
- Develop recommendations for health and safety programs.
- Review new processes/equipment for hazards and compliance.
- Respond to safety-related inquiries and provide training.
Education & Experience Required
- Safety degree or strong manufacturing safety experience.
- Knowledge and experience in warehousing/manufacturing environments with a strong safety background.
- Experience developing and providing safety training.
- Strong MS Office skills.
- CSP accreditation preferred.
- Must have metatarsal safety shoes on Day 1 (not reimbursable).
Skills Required
Top Skills:
- Safety program development and training
- OSHA compliance knowledge
- Strong communication and analytical skills
- Occupational safety experience
- OSHA 10-hour or 30-hour certification
- Familiarity with safety audits and risk assessments
Disqualifiers/Red Flags
- Inability to work onsite from Day 1
- Lack of safety or manufacturing experience
- Recent or upcoming graduates
Work Location
Milan, IL 61264
USA
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