Lakanto
Safety Coordinator
We are looking for a Safety Coordinator to join our team! This role is ideal for a manufacturing-oriented professional with strong interpersonal communication skills and hands‑on experience supporting workplace safety programs. If you’re passionate about helping build and sustain a positive safety culture in a food manufacturing environment, this is a great opportunity. Bilingual communication is a big plus for this role.
Responsibilities
Coordinate occupational safety, health, and regulatory training programs.
Review facility documentation to ensure all required onsite safety records and reports are complete, accurate, and submitted per established procedures.
Support the accident and incident investigation process, assisting managers with investigation and documentation.
Help ensure company compliance with all federal and state OSHA regulations.
Conduct regular internal safety audits and risk assessments for the facility.
Assist in identifying and controlling hazardous working conditions and unsafe practices through site visits, safety plans, and employee education in partnership with department leadership.
Coordinate annual First Aid, CPR, BBP, and AED certifications and other safety compliance training programs.
Monitor, recommend, and support personal protective equipment (PPE) solutions and usage.
Organize and participate in safety committee meetings; work with committee members to support program improvements and follow‑up on corrective actions.
Accompany regulatory, safety & health, and insurance visitors during facility walk‑through inspections.
Maintain and manage employee safety training records for the facility.
Support onboarding of new hires and facilitate group safety training activities.
Work cross‑functionally with Quality Control, Production, Logistics, Fulfillment, Human Resources, and other departments to support key safety objectives aligned with company goals.
Reinforce safety awareness and culture by promoting open communication, engagement, and morale throughout the facility.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health & Safety or a related field, or equivalent experience (5+ years in a safety role within a manufacturing environment).
Experience in food manufacturing or food processing facilities is a plus.
Strong working knowledge of state and federal OSHA regulations (OSHA‑10 or OSHA‑30 certification a plus).
Experience developing and delivering safety training programs.
Ability to confidently address safety concerns in the workplace.
Ability to balance day‑to‑day safety needs with longer‑term program goals.
Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
Bilingual (English/Spanish) is a big plus.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
Demonstrated professionalism and positive leadership influence across all levels of the organization.
Proficient computer skills in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
Strong problem‑solving skills.
Ability to draft professional documentation including policies, flowcharts, SOPs, and training materials.
Prior forklift certification or experience is a plus.
Benefits
27 Paid Days Off in Your First Year (12 Paid Holidays and 15 PTO)
Excellent Medical, Vision & Dental
Voluntary Short & Long Term Disability
Optional 401K
Optional HSA Matching Program
Free Lakanto/arau.baby/Happy Elephant Products
Meaningful Work for a Company Doing Good in the World!
Salary: $67,000 per year
Employment type: Full-time
Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level
Job function: Management and Manufacturing
Industry: Food and Beverage Services
Location: Orem, UT
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Responsibilities
Coordinate occupational safety, health, and regulatory training programs.
Review facility documentation to ensure all required onsite safety records and reports are complete, accurate, and submitted per established procedures.
Support the accident and incident investigation process, assisting managers with investigation and documentation.
Help ensure company compliance with all federal and state OSHA regulations.
Conduct regular internal safety audits and risk assessments for the facility.
Assist in identifying and controlling hazardous working conditions and unsafe practices through site visits, safety plans, and employee education in partnership with department leadership.
Coordinate annual First Aid, CPR, BBP, and AED certifications and other safety compliance training programs.
Monitor, recommend, and support personal protective equipment (PPE) solutions and usage.
Organize and participate in safety committee meetings; work with committee members to support program improvements and follow‑up on corrective actions.
Accompany regulatory, safety & health, and insurance visitors during facility walk‑through inspections.
Maintain and manage employee safety training records for the facility.
Support onboarding of new hires and facilitate group safety training activities.
Work cross‑functionally with Quality Control, Production, Logistics, Fulfillment, Human Resources, and other departments to support key safety objectives aligned with company goals.
Reinforce safety awareness and culture by promoting open communication, engagement, and morale throughout the facility.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health & Safety or a related field, or equivalent experience (5+ years in a safety role within a manufacturing environment).
Experience in food manufacturing or food processing facilities is a plus.
Strong working knowledge of state and federal OSHA regulations (OSHA‑10 or OSHA‑30 certification a plus).
Experience developing and delivering safety training programs.
Ability to confidently address safety concerns in the workplace.
Ability to balance day‑to‑day safety needs with longer‑term program goals.
Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
Bilingual (English/Spanish) is a big plus.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
Demonstrated professionalism and positive leadership influence across all levels of the organization.
Proficient computer skills in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
Strong problem‑solving skills.
Ability to draft professional documentation including policies, flowcharts, SOPs, and training materials.
Prior forklift certification or experience is a plus.
Benefits
27 Paid Days Off in Your First Year (12 Paid Holidays and 15 PTO)
Excellent Medical, Vision & Dental
Voluntary Short & Long Term Disability
Optional 401K
Optional HSA Matching Program
Free Lakanto/arau.baby/Happy Elephant Products
Meaningful Work for a Company Doing Good in the World!
Salary: $67,000 per year
Employment type: Full-time
Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level
Job function: Management and Manufacturing
Industry: Food and Beverage Services
Location: Orem, UT
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