Safety Coordinator in Gastonia, North Carolina at Industrical Fabricators

The Safety Coordinator is responsible for supporting daily safety operations and assisting the EHS Manager in maintaining a safe, healthy, and compliant work environment across IFAB facilities. This role helps coordinate safety programs, conduct inspections and training, track safety activities, and promote employee engagement in workplace safety initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the EHS Manager in implementing and maintaining company safety policies and procedures.
• Conduct routine safety inspections and identify potential workplace hazards.
• Assist with incident investigations, root cause analysis, and corrective action follow-up.
• Coordinate and track employee safety training, including PPE, Lockout/Tagout, Hazard Communication, and forklift safety.
• Maintain safety records, training logs, and compliance documentation.
• Help monitor OSHA compliance and support preparation for regulatory inspections or audits.
• Assist with reporting and tracking safety metrics, near misses, and incident trends.
• Participate in safety meetings, toolbox talks, and employee safety engagement activities.
• Support implementation of corrective and preventive actions to improve workplace safety.
• Assist with PPE inventory management and ensure proper usage throughout the facility.
• Work closely with supervisors and employees to reinforce safe work practices daily.
• Support environmental and hazardous waste programs as directed by the EHS Manager.
• Assist with emergency response preparedness and safety drills.
• Help communicate safety updates, procedures, and expectations to employees.