HR & Safety Specialist at Kreate – Findlay, Ohio

Kreate is a family-owned plastic injection molding company headquartered in Findlay, Ohio, with operations across five states. We create consumer goods sold by major retailers—products that improve everyday experiences for the people who use them.

What makes Kreate different is how we think. We’re on a mission to reimagine familiar product categories and turn “same old” into “new and improved.” That mindset drives everything we do—from product development and manufacturing to how we invest in our people and run our operations.

Innovation at Kreate isn’t limited to engineering or design teams. It shows up on the plant floor, in continuous improvement efforts, in how we adopt new technologies, and in how we support our teams. We’re always evolving—our processes, our tools, and our capabilities—because we believe the best ideas can come from anywhere.

As a family-owned company, we take a long-term approach to growth. We value accountability, collaboration, and people who take pride in their work. Here, you’ll have the opportunity to make an impact, learn new skills, and help shape how we build products and run our business.

If you’re looking for a place where innovation is expected, initiative is encouraged, and your work truly matters, we’d love to Kreate the future together.

Kreate is seeking a proactive and experienced HR & Safety Specialist to lead both human resources initiatives and workplace safety programs within our W. Main Cross manufacturing facility in Findlay. This dual-role position combines responsibilities from HR Generalist and Safety Manager functions, ensuring a compliant, engaged, and safety-focused workplace.

Human Resources (HR) Responsibilities

• Recruitment & Onboarding: Lead full-cycle recruitment efforts, from job postings to new hire orientation. Ensure staffing needs are met by monitoring manpower rosters and collaborating with department leads.
• Employee Relations: Serve as a resource for employee inquiries, manage conflict resolution, handle terminations, and maintain a respectful workplace aligned with company values and legal standards.
• Performance & Development: Oversee performance management programs, conduct coaching and feedback sessions, and coordinate employee training and development initiatives.
• Benefits & Payroll Support: Act as backup for benefits enrollment, payroll processing, and attendance tracking. Assist employees with benefit-related inquiries as needed.
• HRIS Management: Maintain accurate employee records in the HRIS system and generate reports for management use.
• Compliance: Ensure adherence to employment laws and HR policies, updating documentation and educating employees accordingly.
• Employee Engagement: Promote wellness and engagement initiatives to foster a positive work environment.

Safety Responsibilities

• Safety Policy Development: Enforce, implement, and continuously improve safety programs and procedures in compliance with OSHA, state, and federal regulations.
• Inspections & Audits: Conduct routine inspections and safety audits to identify and correct workplace hazards.
• Incident Investigation: Investigate workplace incidents and near-misses, determine root causes, and implement corrective/preventive actions.
• Training: Lead safety training for employees, covering emergency procedures, PPE usage, hazard communication, and more.
• Safety Culture: Collaborate with managers to promote a culture of safety awareness across all levels of the organization.
• Recordkeeping & Reporting: Maintain documentation related to inspections, incidents, safety meetings, and training sessions.
• Regulatory Compliance: Stay updated on evolving safety regulations and best practices, ensuring the facility remains compliant.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of progressive experience in HR and/or safety within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of employment law, OSHA regulations, and safety standards.
• Experience with HRIS systems and safety recordkeeping.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to lead training sessions and engage employees at all levels.
• Ethical, adaptable, and highly organized.
• Ability to work independently with self-discipline required.
• Certified Safety Professional (CSP) or related safety certification preferred.
• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Occupational Health & Safety, Business, or a related field preferred.

Company Details:

• Location: 433 W Main Cross in Findlay, OH – will also serve remotely as backup for our Lima facility
• This position will report to the Director of Human Resources

Kreate is an equal opportunity employer. The Statements used herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by an employee in this position and are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the Company.

The pay range for this role is:
80,000 - 85,000 USD per year(433 W Main Cross - FINDLAY)