Safety Coordinator

We, at Leggett & Platt Flooring Products, are searching for a Safety Coordinator to support the Safety and Environmental responsibilities at our Aurora, Illinois branch. The Safety Coordinator will work closely with the Branch Manager and Division Safety Manager to help implement and coordinate corporate programs. Approximately 80% of this person's time will be spent on Safety initiatives and 20% on Environmental. The Aurora, IL facility spans approximately 100,000 square feet and employs around 85 team members. This role provides the opportunity for diverse responsibilities every day in our manufacturing setting and will help ensure compliance with policies, procedures, and government mandated regulations.

Did you know Leggett & Platt Inc. is the largest manufacturer of carpet cushion and hard surface underlayment in the United States? Our Flooring businesses manufacture and distribute foam, rubber, and fiber-based flooring underlayment for residential and commercial use. Our flooring underlayment products provide support, cushioning, and noise reduction under virtually any finished flooring material in your home or business. If you join our team, your work will ensure people across the world have a little more comfort in their lives.

So, what will you be doing as a Safety Coordinator?

Coordinate and implement corporate programs and initiatives

Complete reports for all safety related policies and procedures

Train employee on safety procedures

Provide safety equipment to employees

Follow a predetermined schedule to complete regular inspections

Investigate safety concerns and/or incidents

Collaborate with leadership to eliminate or lessen safety concerns

Receive guidance and direction from Division Safety and Environmental contacts

Help facilitate monthly safety meetings

Maintain OSHA logbooks

Oversee compliance with permit regulations

Arrange for disposal of hazardous waste

Evaluate plant waste streams

Manage Corrective Action Requests and Preventative Action Requests

Other duties as assigned To be successful in this role, you'll need:

2+ years of Safety experience in a manufacturing setting

Ability to implement pre-designed programs and follow an agenda

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Well organized, detail oriented and good computer skills (Word, PowerPoint, Excel)

Knowledge of OSHA and EHS laws and regulations

Experience in the application of Continuous Improvement tools and techniques Things we consider a plus:

Bilingual (English and Spanish)

Leadership experience in both Safety and Environmental capacities in a manufacturing environment

Bachelor's degree What to Do Next

Our Values

Our values speak to our shared beliefs and describe how we approach working together.

Put People First reflects our commitment to safety and care of each other, learning and development, and creating an inclusive environment of mutual respect, empathy and belonging.

Do the Right Thing focuses us on acting with honesty and integrity, delivering the results the right way, taking pride in our work, and speaking the truth - good or bad.

Do Great Work...Together occurs when we engage without hierarchy, collaborate as a team, embrace challenges, and work for the good of all of us.

Take Ownership and Raise the Bar demonstrates our responsibility to add value and make a difference, challenge the status quo and biases to make things better, foster innovative and creative solutions to drive impact, and explore new perspectives and embrace change.

Our Commitment to You

We're actively taking steps to make sure our culture is inclusive and that our processes and practices promote equity for all. Leggett & Platt is comprised of people of all abilities, gender identities and expressions, ages, ethnicities, sexual orientations, veteran status, and more. Join us!

We welcome and encourage applications if you meet the minimum qualifications. Even if you do not meet the preferred qualifications, we'd love the opportunity to consider you.

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