Safety & EHS Coordinator

Description

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Safety & EHS Coordinator

Location: Greenville, Michigan

Reports to: Director of Human Resources

Employment Status: Salary Exempt

Middleby Refrigeration is seeking a motivated, proactive, and detail-oriented Safety & EHS Coordinator to support and enhance our Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) programs at our Greenville, MI facility.

This role plays a vital part in maintaining a safe, compliant, and proactive work environment by supporting hazard identification, regulatory compliance, safety training initiatives, and injury prevention efforts. The Safety & EHS Coordinator works cross-functionally with leadership and employees to promote safe work practices, ensure accurate documentation, and drive continuous improvement in workplace safety systems.

If you thrive in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and are passionate about operational excellence, compliance, and employee well-being, this is your opportunity to contribute to the legacy of innovation behind our leading refrigeration brands—U-Line, Marvel, and Viking Refrigeration.

Perks you can expect from us:

• A competitive benefits package including 401(k) matching 
• Company provided life insurance, short and long-term disability insurance
• Paid time off at start 
• Paid holidays
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee referral program. 

Expected Hours of Work: 

This position is full-time. The general scheduled workdays are Monday through Friday.

Position Overview:

The Safety & EHS Coordinator supports the Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) function by helping maintain a safe, compliant, and proactive work environment within the Greenville facility. This role assists in identifying workplace hazards, supporting regulatory compliance efforts, coordinating safety training programs, maintaining OSHA and safety documentation, and contributing to incident prevention and investigation activities. Working cross-functionally with leadership and employees, the Coordinator promotes safe work practices, ensures accurate recordkeeping, and supports continuous improvement of safety policies and procedures in alignment with company and OSHA standards.

Responsibilities:

Safety Program Support & Compliance

• Support the implementation, maintenance, and continuous improvement of company safety policies, procedures, and programs.
• Proactively assist in identifying and anticipating environmental, health, and safety hazards through workplace observations and risk assessments.
• Conduct routine safety inspections and compliance audits; document findings and collaborate with supervisors to ensure timely corrective action.
• Support compliance with federal, state, and local safety regulations (OSHA and applicable standards).
• Maintain OSHA logs and required regulatory documentation with accuracy and confidentiality.
• Maintain Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and chemical inventory records.

Incident Management & Injury Prevention

• Support incident investigations, including root cause analysis and corrective action follow-up.
• Assist in ensuring proper care and documentation for workplace injuries.
• Support workers’ compensation documentation and case follow-up as required.
• Track safety metrics and prepare monthly safety performance reports.

Training & Safety Culture

• Coordinate and track employee safety training programs, including new hire orientation, forklift certification, Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), PPE, Hazard Communication, and other required training.
• Support the development, revision, and communication of safety procedures and training materials.
• Assist with Job Safety Analyses (JSAs) and risk assessments in collaboration with department leaders.
• Promote a culture of safety by serving as a role model for safe work practices.
• Support safety awareness campaigns, communications, and recognition initiatives.

Emergency Preparedness

• Assist in emergency preparedness planning and evacuation drills.
• Support the review and updating of emergency procedures as operational changes occur.

Employee Engagement & Support

• Serve as a point of contact for employee safety questions and concerns.
• Provide frontline support and guidance on safety policies and safe work practices.
• Maintain professional working relationships across departments to support a collaborative safety culture.

Requirements

Experience

• Minimum 2+ years of experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment required.
• Experience supporting safety compliance, inspections, training coordination, or regulatory documentation preferred.

Knowledge & Skills

• Working knowledge of OSHA regulations and general safety standards.
• Strong organizational and documentation skills with high attention to detail.
• Ability to conduct inspections and identify potential hazards.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism.

Certifications (Preferred but Not Required)

• OSHA 10 or OSHA 30.
• First Aid/CPR.
• Safety-related certifications (ASP, CHST, etc.).

Physical Requirements

• Ability to walk production floors regularly.
• Ability to lift up to 25–40 lbs occasionally.
• Ability to work in an industrial/manufacturing environment.

Working Conditions: 

• Office based 
• 8-hour shifts, with OT as business needs require. 
• Monday- Friday

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