Environmental Health Safety Coordinator

Kodiak Construction Recruiting & Staffing

The Role

Overview

Coordinate EHS programs, inspections, training, and compliance in manufacturing.

Key Responsibilities

  • safety inspections
  • incident investigation
  • training delivery
  • program development
  • compliance auditing
  • reporting

Tasks

We are seeking a dedicated Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Coordinator to lead and support workplace safety and compliance initiatives within our manufacturing operations. The EHS Coordinator will implement safety programs, perform regular site inspections, conduct employee training, and ensure full compliance with OSHA, EPA, and state regulations. This position plays a critical role in fostering a proactive safety-first culture across all departments. -Reporting & Documentation: Maintain accurate records for inspections, training, and incident logs; prepare reports for management. -Training & Education: Deliver safety orientations, toolbox talks, and specialized training (PPE, fall protection, hazard communication). -Incident Investigation: Lead investigations for injuries, accidents, and near-misses; document findings and recommend preventive actions. -Develop & Implement Safety Programs: Create and enforce site-specific EHS policies to ensure compliance with OSHA 29 CFR 1910/1926 and company standards. -Conduct Safety Inspections: Perform routine site inspections, identify potential hazards, and drive corrective action plans. -PPE & Hazard Control: Ensure proper use, maintenance, and distribution of personal protective equipment. -Promote Safety Culture: Engage employees and supervisors in proactive safety initiatives to reduce incidents and improve awareness. -Emergency Preparedness: Support fire safety, first aid, and evacuation planning, ensuring readiness across the facility. -Compliance & Auditing: Maintain all safety documentation, track EHS metrics, and prepare for internal and third-party audits.

Requirements

  • osha 30
  • first aid
  • 3+ years
  • bachelor's
  • hazard recognition
  • ppe

What You Bring

-First Aid/CPR/AED certification (preferred) -Knowledge: Strong understanding of OSHA, NFPA, EPA, RCRA, and ISO 45001 standards. -Regular use of PPE (hard hat, steel-toed boots, safety glasses, hearing protection). -Experience: 3+ years of experience in manufacturing or construction EHS, with proven record of program implementation and compliance. -OSHA 30 (required), OSHA 510 or 511, CHST, or OHST (preferred) -Education: High school diploma or equivalent; Bachelor’s in Safety, Environmental Science, or related field preferred. -Active presence on the manufacturing floor with exposure to noise, machinery, forklifts, chemicals, and moving equipment. -Physical ability to walk, stand, climb, and lift up to 50 lbs as part of safety inspections and site walkthroughs. -Skills: Excellent communication, hazard recognition, and organizational abilities; proficient in documentation and training delivery.

Benefits

-Competitive pay and benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) with match, PTO). -Opportunity to lead continuous safety improvement in a growing industrial environment.

The Company

About Kodiak Construction Recruiting & Staffing

-Born from the merger of Pivot Workforce and Kodiak Labor Solutions, the firm combines decades of industry-specific recruiting experience. -It operates across diverse markets: from hospitals and data centers to heavy industrial, oil & gas, and renewable energy sites. -Teams place talent at every level—from BIM specialists and engineers to welders, electricians, and plant operators. -Their craft staffing extends to power projects (hydro, fossil, solar, wind, nuclear), often handling full outage crews. -They support contract, contract-to-hire, and direct-hire placements, customizing workforce plans to project cycles and ensuring alignment with client needs. -Their recruitment-first model builds deep candidate loyalty, creating a national database of skilled professionals.

Sector Specialisms

Commercial

Industrial

AEC (Architecture, Engineering, and Construction)

MEP (Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing)

Heavy Industrial

Construction Management

Project Management

Estimating

BIM/CAD

ConTech

Financial Roles

C-Suite

Engineering

Safety

Craft Trades

Pipefitters

Welders

Electricians

Millwrights

Riggers

Plumbers

Heavy Equipment Operators