Safety & Training Coordinator

Safety & Training Coordinator

Location:

Legacy Bakehouse Cudahy & Waukesha, WI

Department:
Operations / HR / EHS

The Safety & Training Coordinator is responsible for leading and integrating workplace safety and employee training programs across the facility. This role ensures compliance with regulatory requirements while building a highly skilled, safety-focused workforce. The position plays a critical role in aligning safety performance with employee capability by ensuring every employee is trained, qualified, and equipped to perform their job safely and effectively.

• Develop, implement, and continuously improve safety programs in compliance with OSHA and company standards
• Conduct safety audits, risk assessments, and inspections to proactively identify hazards
• Lead incident investigations, root cause analysis, and corrective actions
• Maintain safety metrics, documentation, and reporting systems
• Facilitate safety meetings, committees, and awareness initiatives
• Promote a proactive, engaged safety culture across all departments

• Own and manage the facility-wide training program
  , covering all employees and departments
• Design and deliver new hire onboarding and orientation programs
  , including safety and food safety training
• Develop and maintain standardized training materials
  , including SOP-based instructions and competency checklists
• Establish and oversee a training matrix to track qualifications, certifications, and cross-training
• Ensure compliance with food safety and quality training requirements (GMPs, HACCP, allergen control, sanitation)
• Maintain complete, accurate, and audit-ready training records and documentation
• Coordinate and deliver ongoing, refresher, and corrective training based on performance gaps or process changes
• Partner with leaders to identify skill gaps and workforce development needs
• Drive cross-training initiatives to improve operational flexibility
• Deliver training across all shifts, including off-hours as needed

• Ensure all safety and training programs meet regulatory and customer standards
• Support internal and external audits by providing documentation and demonstrating program effectiveness
• Maintain continuous audit readiness across both safety and training functions

• Serves as the link between safety compliance and employee capability
  , ensuring not only a safe workplace but a fully trained and effective workforce
• Drives improvements in safety performance, employee retention, and operational consistency through structured training systems
• Builds and sustains a culture of accountability, continuous learning, and safety ownership across the organization
• Enhances audit readiness and food safety compliance through standardized, well-documented programs
• Partners with leadership to align training strategies with operational goals
  , improving productivity, quality, and workforce agility
• Develops a workforce that is skilled, compliant, and adaptable to changing business needs

• Bilingual (English/Spanish preferred)
• Experience in manufacturing safety and/or training coordination (food industry preferred)
• Strong computer skills (Excel, training systems, reporting tools)
• Experience developing training programs and maintaining records
• Knowledge of OSHA and food safety standards (GMPs, HACCP preferred)

• Strong communication and coaching skills
• High level of organization and attention to detail
• Problem-solving and analytical thinking
• Leadership and influence across departments
• Ability to manage multiple priorities effectively

• Food manufacturing environment (production and office)
• Requires flexibility to support multiple shifts, including evenings, weekends, or off-hours

• Steady, full-time work with competitive salary
• Comprehensive benefits:
  Health, dental, vision. 401K, company-paid Life, AD&D, Short Term Disability.
• Friendly supportive team environment.
• Opportunities for growth and advancement