Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Coordinator - Chino, CA 91710

About the role

We are seeking a proactive and safety-focused Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Coordinator to support workplace safety, regulatory compliance, emergency preparedness, and continuous improvement initiatives within a fast-paced warehouse and distribution environment. This role serves as a key partner to the Site EHS Manager in promoting a culture of safety and operational excellence.

Responsibilities

• Aid in the development, implementation, and maintenance of EHS policies, procedures, and programs
• Ensure compliance with OSHA regulations, company standards, and applicable environmental, health, and safety requirements
• Support site-wide safety initiatives and continuous improvement programs
• Promote a positive safety culture through employee engagement and leadership
• Coordinate and deliver: New Hire Safety Orientation, Task-Specific Safety Training, Monthly Safety Meetings, Ongoing Safety Awareness Programs
• Develop training materials and safety communications
• Coach employees and supervisors on safe work practices
• Reinforce compliance with site safety policies and procedures
• Conduct workplace inspections, audits, and safety assessments
• Evaluate new equipment, processes, workstations, and operational changes for safety risks
• Identify hazards and recommend corrective actions
• Support risk assessments and hazard mitigation activities
• Lead or support incident investigations involving: Injuries, Near Misses, Property Damage, Security Incidents
• Perform root cause analysis
• Develop and track corrective and preventive actions
• Ensure timely resolution and documentation of findings
• Coordinate Emergency Response Team (ERT) activities
• Support emergency preparedness planning and drills
• Assist with emergency response procedures and training
• Maintain readiness for site emergency situations
• Conduct regular compliance audits and inspections
• Track and report EHS Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
• Compile safety metrics, trends, and performance reports
• Maintain training records, audit documentation, incident reports, and compliance files
• Support internal and external EHS audits
• Serve as a forklift safety resource for the facility
• Conduct forklift observations and operator evaluations
• Support forklift certification and recertification activities
• Coach associates on powered industrial truck safety practices
• Safely operate forklifts and material handling equipment as needed
• Provide operational support during staffing or business needs

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in: Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Science, Engineering, Related Field OR Equivalent Relevant Work Experience
• Working knowledge of: OSHA Regulations, Workplace Safety Programs, Environmental Health & Safety Standards
• Previous forklift operating experience required
• Experience working in: Warehousing, Distribution, Manufacturing, Logistics Environments
• Ability and willingness to operate forklifts and material handling equipment safely
• Strong communication and presentation skills
• Strong organizational and time management abilities
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Proficiency with: Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Word

Preferred Qualifications

• OSHA 30-Hour Certification or equivalent safety credential
• Experience training, coaching, or certifying forklift operators
• Experience with: Incident Investigation, Root Cause Analysis, Safety Audits, Compliance Programs, Safety Management Systems
• Experience in: Manufacturing Operations, Warehousing, Logistics, Distribution Centers
• Bilingual English/Spanish communication skills
• Experience with incident management and auditing software