Principal Safety Coordinator

Overview

Location:

Plainfield, IN, United States of America. The Principal Safety Coordinator plays a critical role in fostering a safe and healthy workplace by providing guidance, training, and resources that support proactive safety practices and employee well-being. This position serves as the on-site safety leader, actively engaging employees at all levels to promote a strong safety culture. The role is a visible, hands-on leader who reinforces safety and operational excellence while empowering employees to take ownership of their health and safety.

• Delivering safety training for new hire orientation, equipment certifications, etc.
• Leading incident investigations and driving corrective actions.
• Conducting safety inspections and audits to identify and mitigate risks.
• Supporting project implementation and monitoring compliance with safety standards.
• Developing, analyzing, and reporting safety performance metrics.
• Recordkeeping and retention for safety training.
• Inspecting and auditing food safety programs and processes.
• Partnering with operations and cross-functional teams to execute company EHS policies and initiatives.
• Ensuring compliance with all applicable local, state, and federal safety regulations.

• Required:
• High school diploma or GED
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in safety-related duties in manufacturing or warehousing
• Preferred:
• Associate or bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in environmental, health, and safety in manufacturing, warehousing, etc.
• Subject matter expert in environmental regulations
• Certified trainer for powered industrial trucks
• Possess safety certifications (ASP, CSP, etc.)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills – interfacing with all departmental leaders
• Excellent administrative skills – presentations, trend graphing
• Strong problem-solving skills – lean principles
• Positive attitude and solution-seeking mindset
• Passion for risk mitigation and a positive safety culture

$17.22 - $27.28

The base pay range displayed on the job posting reflects the minimum and maximum base pay for this specific location. Your individual base pay within this range is determined by job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Compensation details listed reflect the base pay only and do not include additional variable compensation.

Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to a workplace and performance culture that reflects the strengths of our worldwide marketplace, and we value diverse backgrounds of our people. We strive to provide an inclusive environment free from harassment and discrimination where all employees feel welcomed, valued, and respected.

Benefits include a comprehensive package described on the company Benefits page, including health, wellness, and retirement programs.

• Three medical plans with prescription drug coverage
• Flexible Spending Accounts and Health Savings Account with employer contribution
• Dental and Vision insurance
• Life Insurance, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Paid holidays and time off options
• Parental leave and volunteering time off
• 401(k) with company matching and Employee Stock Purchase Plan