HR and Safety Coordinator

About the role

The HR & Safety Coordinator supports both Human Resources and Safety functions to help build a culture of safety, compliance, and employee engagement. This role executes HR administrative tasks, conducts safety training during new hire orientation, manages Workers’ Compensation claims, and assists in developing and implementing safety initiatives aligned with company goals. The position serves as a key resource for promoting consistent safety practices across the organization while providing day-to-day HR support.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the development, implementation, and change management of site-specific safety programs and initiatives to foster a proactive safety culture.
• Facilitate safety training for new employees during orientation and assist with ongoing employee safety education.
• Facilitate Safety Committee meetings at assigned locations and ensure that all safety concerns identified during walk-throughs are addressed and resolved.
• Support accident and incident investigations and help ensure proper documentation and follow-up.
• Partner with supervisors and site leaders to promote safe work practices and compliance with OSHA and internal safety standards.
• Maintain and track safety-related documentation, training records, and compliance logs.
• Provide HR administrative support including personnel file maintenance, HRIS data entry, and employee communications.
• Handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion, professionalism, and integrity.
• Help ensure compliance with company policies and employment laws.
• Participate in safety committee meetings and support corrective action implementation.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bilingual (English/Spanish) required.
• Strong influential skills.
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, etc.).
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to utilize tact and diplomacy to foster a team environment.
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment with strong attention to detail and accuracy.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience in Human Resources and/or Safety-focused roles is required.
• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Safety, or a related field is preferred.
• Strong project management and organizational skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to learn and use HRIS and safety management systems.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Comfortable facilitating training sessions and communicating safety expectations to all levels of staff.
• Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality and professionalism.

Physical Requirements

• Sitting: Considerable amount of sitting is required.
• Lifting: Occasionally raises objects from a lower to a higher position or moves objects horizontally. Weight is usually less than 30 lbs.
• Push/Pull: Occasionally uses upper extremities to exert force in a sustained motion. Weight is usually less than 30 lbs.
• Reaching: Extends hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction. Weight is usually less than 30 lbs.
• Stooping: Bends body downward and forward at the waist. Weight is usually less than 30 lbs.
• Standing: Standing for moderate levels of time, infrequently more than 30 minutes at a time.
• Walking: Moving about on foot to accomplish tasks, infrequently more than 30 minutes at a time.

Works with minimal supervision. Issues and concerns should be communicated to the supervisor.