Safety Coordinator

The Safety Coordinator at Vesta is responsible for monitoring safety procedures, conducting daily safety inspections within the warehouse, providing safety training to employees, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. This role also involves analyzing incident reports and leading the preparation of monthly Safety Committee meetings.

To qualify for the Safety Coordinator role at Vesta, candidates should have at least a high school diploma or equivalent, with a preference for two years of warehouse experience. Previous experience in a safety or compliance role is also preferred, alongside comfort using warehouse hardware and company software.

The Safety Coordinator at Vesta will use various tools including handheld scanners and mobile devices, alongside company software like email, Slack, and spreadsheets to communicate and report findings effectively.

The Safety Coordinator ensures compliance by conducting regular safety inspections, maintaining OSHA logs, and managing training programs. They analyze incident reports and use Root Cause Analysis to determine necessary policy changes to prevent future occurrences.

Vesta offers a competitive compensation package for the Safety Coordinator role, ranging from $20-24/hr based on experience. Additional benefits include paid time off (PTO), a 401k plan, and medical, dental, and vision insurance.

When answering, focus on your previous experience conducting safety inspections. Highlight specific tools or methods you used, and describe how you reported findings and collaborated with management to resolve any compliance issues.

Discuss your approach to identifying training needs by analyzing incident reports and compliance gaps. Explain how you would structure a training schedule to ensure timely and effective completion for all employees.

Provide a structured answer that outlines your investigative process, including gathering information, interviewing witnesses, analyzing data, and recommending changes to prevent similar incidents in the future.

Discuss your ability to address non-compliance by first identifying the root cause, then collaborating with relevant teams to establish corrective actions, and ultimately communicating the importance of compliance to all staff.

Describe effective strategies like email newsletters, meetings, or digital platforms to disseminate safety information. Emphasize the importance of clear communication and feedback from all levels.

Detail your knowledge of OSHA guidelines relevant to warehouse operations, and provide examples of how you’ve successfully implemented compliance measures in previous roles.

Highlight specific initiatives you led, such as training programs, safety committees, or incentive programs that fostered a culture of safety and encouraged employee participation.

Discuss analytical methods like trend analysis, root cause analysis, and the use of metrics to determine common factors in incidents, leading to actionable improvements.

Explain your approach to gathering feedback through surveys or focus groups and how you use that information to implement or adjust safety procedures.

Outline a plan that includes communicating with staff, reviewing evacuation routes and procedures, and debriefing afterward to gather insights on the process and potential improvements.