Warehouse Safety Coordinator @ Rheem Manufacturing

The Safety Group Coordinator supports the Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) program by promoting a safe work environment, ensuring compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements, and serving as a safety resource for warehouse operations. This role is responsible for training, inspections, compliance activities, data management, and daily engagement with associates to identify and address safety concerns.

• Daily Safety Observations: Conduct warehouse floor walks to monitor PPE compliance, identify unsafe conditions, and document observations in VelocityEHS.
• Safety Walks and Inspections: Lead safety walks and inspections with employees, supervisors, and managers to identify hazards, establish corrective actions, and reinforce safety expectations.
• Safety Meetings: Follow up daily on outstanding corrective actions to drive timely completion and hold meetings as needed.
• Chemical and Spill Management: Inspect chemicals routinely, address spills, maintain clean storage areas and facility grounds, and ensure all containers have proper hazardous labels.
• Waste Management: Assist with coordination of drum pickups and empty barrel deliveries as needed.
• Safety Communications and Signage: Develop and maintain safety communications and employee huddle topics.
• Training and Records: Coordinate and conduct training, maintaining related training and participation records.
• Coaching: Coach employees on applying principles, solving problems, establishing standards, and sustaining improvements within their areas.
• Support warehouse safety compliance activities and serve as a safety resource for associates and leaders.
• Data management, inspections, compliance activities, and daily engagement with associates to identify and address safety concerns.
• Maintain PPE Program, including inspections, assignments, and assisting with inventory needs.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 3+ years of experience in warehouse operations, safety, EHS programs, or a related field preferred.
• Knowledge of OSHA regulations and warehouse safety practices.
• PIV Train-the-Trainer, RCRA and DOT I certifications, or ability to obtain within 6 months.
• Experience with Powered Industrial Vehicles and operator training.
• Strong organizational, communication, time management, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent interpersonal, coaching, and mentoring abilities.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and safety management systems.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively across departments.
• Ability to work independently and within a team environment.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work overtime and weekends as needed.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
• Ability to bend, stoop, kneel, reach, and grasp products or equipment.
• Must possess visual acuity sufficient to read labels, computer screens, RF scanners, and training materials.
• Ability to lift, push, and pull up to 50 pounds on a continuous basis.
• Ability to work at heights up to 35 feet when required.
• Ability to obtain and maintain company powered industrial equipment certification.
• Ability to safely operate warehouse equipment following training and certification requirements.