Safety Coordinator

LOCATION: 

Hodgkins, IL, US, 60525

REQ ID:  47868

The Safety Coordinator/Officer directs, leads, and oversees the EHS systems and programs for the manufacturing facility.

 

Pay Rate: $28.85

 

Responsibilities

 

  • Directs, develops, and oversees the company’s environmental, health and safety policies and procedures of the organization Ensures the workplace is in compliance with all governing regulatory bodies
  • Provides, creates, and maintains programs that ensure a safe workplace including, but not limited to:  Safety orientation, skill training, emergency preparedness, job instruction, hazardous material disposal procedures and the use of protective equipment
  • Ensures and manages program compliance through the program champions, audits, and training
  • Uses a systematic process to collect data and analyze the causes of accidents and generate required reporting
  • Implements initiatives to reduce and prevent accidents, occupational illnesses, and exposure to long-term health hazards
  • Provides leadership for the Safety Leadership Team
  • Conducts daily, weekly, and monthly safety meetings for the plant operational teams
  • Champions all safety objectives including, but not limited to:  Behavior Based Safety Observations (BBSO), near miss reporting, safety suggestion programs, injury reporting, and environmental reporting
  • Design, manage, and conduct Safety Gemba Walks
  • Drive and manage documented safety “blitzes” and MOC review across plant
  • Manages safety related CapEx and expense projects from obtaining quotes to project execution with guidance from safety sponsors
  • Provides, creates, and maintains documentation and trainings related to safety programs and standards
  • Performs various work duties at the direction of his/ her Manager/ Supervisor.                                                                                                           Must be a leader who is an active driver & participant for positive change and helps us attain/ sustain improved performance (WCM/ Lean Mfg). 


 

Education

 

  • Associate’s degree required
  • Bachelor’s degree preferred
  • OSHA10, preferred

 

 Requirements

 

  • Commitment to the highest safety standards in the workplace
  • Experience within a diverse manufacturing environment with mature safety systems
  • Skilled in developing and implementing training for a manufacturing workforce
  • Self-starter who can demonstrate ability to lead and implement change with a “go-getter” attitude
  • Possess a high standard of communication skills across all levels of the business
  • Ability to work as part of a team in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
  • Ability to work flexible hours 
  • Ability to travel (Up to 10%). Local travel for safety trainings and to sister SEE facilities to assist with safety related trainings and EHS audits

 

 

 

 


Other Requirements

 

  • Minimum 0-2 years in a manufacturing environment
  • Skilled demonstration of computer software (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook)
  • Minimum 1-2 years of proven leadership experience
  • Positive work history with an ability to manage multiple tasks
  • Ability to work both independently and within a team, generating results with minimal guidance  
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills 
  • Ability to maintain a professional appearance and attitude
  • Able to work a flexible work schedule based upon project demands and business needs  
  • Bilingual preferred – English/Spanish

 

Physical Requirements

 

  • Ability to lift up to 40 lbs.
  • Ability to stand for long periods
  • Ability to bend, reach, pull

 

Sealed Air designs and delivers packaging solutions that protect essential goods transported worldwide, preserve food, enable e-commerce and digital connectivity, and help create a global supply chain that is touchless, safer, less wasteful, and more resilient. We strive to foster a caring, high-performance growth culture that will deliver consistent, sustainable profitable growth and accelerate our performance – a culture where accountability is clear and aligned, and where we reward business outcomes and impact. That culture guides everything we do, including how we partner with our customers and suppliers, how we attract and retain top talent, and how we create and deliver value for our stakeholders. In 2023, Sealed Air generated $5.5 billion in revenue in 2023 and had approximately 17,000 employees operating out of 46 countries/territories and distributing products in 115 countries/territories around the world. To learn more, visit www.sealedair.com.

Job Description

The Safety Coordinator/Officer directs, leads, and oversees the EHS systems and programs for the manufacturing facility.

$23-26 hourly range

Mon – Fri 7am-3pm with occasional weekends.

Responsibilities

  • Directs, develops, and oversees the company’s environmental, health and safety policies and procedures of the organization Ensures the workplace is in compliance with all governing regulatory bodies
  • Provides, creates, and maintains programs that ensure a safe workplace including, but not limited to:  Safety orientation, skill training, emergency preparedness, job instruction, hazardous material disposal procedures and the use of protective equipment
  • Ensures and manages program compliance through the program champions, audits, and training
  • Uses a systematic process to collect data and analyze the causes of accidents and generate required reporting
  • Implements initiatives to reduce and prevent accidents, occupational illnesses, and exposure to long-term health hazards
  • Provides leadership for the Safety Leadership Team
  • Conducts daily, weekly, and monthly safety meetings for the plant operational teams
  • Champions all safety objectives including, but not limited to:  Behavior Based Safety Observations (BBSO), near miss reporting, safety suggestion programs, injury reporting, and environmental reporting

Responsibilities

  • Design, manage, and conduct Safety Gemba Walks
  • Drive and manage documented safety “blitzes” and MOC review across plant
  • Manages safety related CapEx and expense projects from obtaining quotes to project execution with guidance from safety sponsors
  • Provides, creates, and maintains documentation and trainings related to safety programs and standards
  • Performs various work duties at the direction of his/ her Manager/ Supervisor.                                                                                                          
  • Must be a leader who is an active driver & participant for positive change and helps us attain/ sustain improved performance (WCM/ Lean Mfg). 

Requirements

  • Commitment to the highest safety standards in the workplace
  • Experience within a diverse manufacturing environment with mature safety systems
  • Skilled in developing and implementing training for a manufacturing workforce
  • Self-starter who can demonstrate ability to lead and implement change with a “go-getter” attitude
  • Possess a high standard of communication skills across all levels of the business
  • Ability to work as part of a team in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
  • Ability to work flexible hours 
  • Ability to travel (Up to 10%). Local travel for safety trainings and to sister SEE facilities to assist with safety related trainings and EHS audits

Other Requirements

  • Minimum 0-2 years in a manufacturing environment
  • Skilled demonstration of computer software (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook)
  • Minimum 1-2 years of proven leadership experience
  • Positive work history with an ability to manage multiple tasks
  • Ability to work both independently and within a team, generating results with minimal guidance  
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills 
  • Ability to maintain a professional appearance and attitude
  • Able to work a flexible work schedule based upon project demands and business needs  
  • Bilingual preferred – English/Spanish

Physical Requirements

  • Ability to lift up to 40 lbs.
  • Ability to stand for long periods
  • Ability to bend, reach, pull

Qualifications

Education

  • Associate’s degree required
  • Bachelor’s degree preferred
  • OSHA10, preferred

Requisition id: 47868 

Relocation: No  

Sealed Air is committed to attracting, selecting, and developing talent that reflects the diversity of the communities and customers we serve. We take pride in our selection process to identify,  infuse, and grow talent to align with our culture, values, and norms. Sealed Air prioritizes talent development, fostering a culture of continuous growth and career progression. The company is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment and to all employees, without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, protected disability, veteran status, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. 

*Please be cautious of fraudulent recruiting efforts using the Sealed Air name or logo. Sealed Air will never request private information during the application process, such as a Driver's License or Social Security Number. If you have any concerns about information received from SEE during the application process, please reach out to us directly at globalta@sealedair.com. 

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WHY WORK AT SEALED AIR?

It is our responsibility to leverage what we have to affect positive and meaningful change for our communities and planet using Sealed Air’s global resources and expertise.

Corporate sustainability. It’s about improving the lives of people around the world by addressing pressing needs in the communities where we and our customers operate.

Customer Success. Meeting our customers' needs. At Sealed Air it’s more than a goal, it’s an integral part of our business practices, our innovative solutions, and our values.

Leaving our communities better than we found them through dedication of time, talent and resources.


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