Safety Coordinator

Description

 Title: Safety Coordinator

Department: Operations

Location: Fort Mill, SC

Since 1971, Eastern Wholesale Fence, LLC has been a trusted partner to fencing professionals, delivering high-quality products with unmatched service. We take pride in offering fully customizable fencing solutions to meet any customer specification, from unique sizes and designs to Mix-n-Match® colors and precision PVC bending.

Our extensive product line includes PVC, wood, chain-link, aluminum, steel ornamental fencing, and more—supporting residential, commercial, and industrial projects nationwide and beyond. What sets us apart? Our dedication to craftsmanship, innovation, and a customer-first approach. 

At Eastern Wholesale Fence, we don’t just sell fences—we build lasting partnerships.

Job Summary: The Safety Coordinator is responsible for supporting, administering, and coordinating the environmental, health, and safety (EH&S) program across assigned sites. This role ensures compliance with federal, state, and local safety regulations while fostering a culture of safety and continuous improvement. The Safety Coordinator will serve as a resource for site leadership and employees, helping to maintain a safe and healthy work environment for all.

Roles and Responsibilities:

· Serve as the primary EH&S resource across assigned sites, providing guidance and support as needed.

· Assist in identifying potential safety, health, and environmental hazards; collaborate with the EHS Manager to implement training and improvement initiatives aimed at reducing risk.

· Participate in and support site safety meetings, ensuring proper documentation and attendance records are maintained.

· Monitor and ensure compliance with all applicable safety and environmental regulations; communicate updates and changes to site leadership.

· Conduct routine site inspections and audits, documenting findings and working with appropriate stakeholders to implement corrective actions.

· Ensure all safety policies and procedures are in place and consistently followed by all team members.

· Provide guidance and support to the site Safety Committee on all health and safety-related matters.

· Assist in the investigation of accidents and incidents, helping to identify root causes and develop corrective action plans.

· Partner with the EH&S Manager to ensure all safety training and retraining is effectively delivered and tracked.

· Support the implementation of corporate safety initiatives, including safety action plans and business objectives.

· Contribute to the development and communication of safety messages and safe work practices throughout the organization.

Additional Responsibilities:

· Actively participate in cross-functional team initiatives and continuous improvement efforts.

· Support employee onboarding by facilitating safety training sessions and workshops.

· Prepare and submit timely and accurate reports as required.

· Attend and actively participate in required meetings, trainings, and other assigned activities.

· Other duties as assigned

Requirements

 Qualifications/Requirements:

· Strong knowledge of applicable federal and state OSHA regulations.

· High attention to detail and strong analytical/problem-solving skills.

· Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

· Strong organizational and time management abilities.

· Ability to work collaboratively and foster teamwork across departments.

· Skilled in facilitating meetings and safety discussions.

· Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel; experience with data management systems is a plus.