Safety Coordinator

About Progressive Machine & Design

Progressive Machine & Design (PMD) specializes in designing and building customized automation systems aimed at enhancing productivity, quality, and safety for manufacturers globally. Committed to fostering innovation and prioritizing safety, PMD regards its workforce as its most valuable resource.

Role Overview

We are seeking a proactive, hands-on Safety & Risk Coordinator to lead workplace safety efforts, ensure compliance with regulations, and help sustain a secure and efficient manufacturing environment. Reporting to the COO, this position involves cross-departmental collaboration to enhance employee wellbeing and promote a safety culture.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Establish, implement, and refine company safety policies, procedures, and programs.
• Ensure full compliance with OSHA, MSDS/SDS, and all relevant federal, state, and local safety regulations.
• Conduct comprehensive facility safety audits, ergonomic evaluations, and risk assessments.
• Identify hazards within the workplace and execute corrective measures.
• Oversee employee safety incentive initiatives.
• Partner with facility teams to uphold a safe working environment.
• Coordinate fire protection inspections and enhance facility safety programs.
• Develop, deliver, and monitor employee safety training; lead new hire orientation and conduct regular safety meetings.
• Maintain training documentation and certifications, continuously evaluating program effectiveness.
• Investigate workplace incidents, perform root cause analyses, manage corrective action plans, and handle required reporting.
• Administer workers' compensation claims and coordinate return-to-work and light-duty efforts.
• Interface with insurance providers, medical professionals, and affected employees.
• Support machine risk assessments and safety validations, including evaluation of safeguarding systems and compliance with ANSI, ISO, and OSHA standards.
• Assist in machine safety during construction, installation, and customer acceptance phases.
• Review safety performance metrics with leadership and suggest enhancements.
• Manage PPE and safety supply inventories and coordinate contractor/vendor safety activities.
• Support facility security measures, visitor safety, and wellness initiatives in collaboration with HR.
• Champion safe work practices organization-wide.

Qualifications

Required:

• High school diploma or GED.
• At least two years of manufacturing safety experience.
• Proficiency in managing workplace safety programs and maintaining regulatory compliance.
• Strong understanding of OSHA standards and manufacturing safety protocols.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work independently while effectively collaborating across departments.

Preferred:

• Associate degree or technical certification in Safety, Facilities Management, Maintenance Technology, or related areas.
• Experience managing workers' compensation and return-to-work programs.
• Certifications such as CSP, OHST, CIH.
• Machinery safety credentials like CMSE, TÜV Functional Safety Engineer, or equivalent.
• Experience conducting machine risk assessments in industrial automation settings.

Why Work With Us

Joining PMD means becoming part of a collaborative and integrity-driven team that values continuous improvement and mutual support. We invest in our employees by offering growth opportunities, engaging work, and a supportive workplace culture.

Compensation and Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Health, dental, and vision insurance plans
• 401(k) retirement plan with company matching
• Paid holidays and time off
• Life and disability insurance coverage
• Employee assistance program
• Professional development and training opportunities
• Team-oriented and cooperative work environment