Safety and Training Coordinator |1st Shift | Monday through Friday 7 am to 3:30 pm

We are Techmer PM — the world’s foremost materials design firm, creating custom polymers that make up essential products. Through our long-standing partnerships with processors, original equipment manufacturers, and product designers, we’ve worked for decades to tackle manufacturing and business challenges through sustainable, future-minded solutions. We are currently seeking a Site Safety and Training Coordinator for our Dalton, GA facility for 1st shift which is 7:00AM - 3:30PM, Monday-Friday. Work hours may vary due to the needed training support. Pay rate is $24.00/hr. and up, depending upon experience. Position Summary The Safety and Training Coordinator coordinates employee onboarding, training administration, and site safety activities. This role ensures that required employee training remains complete and current, performs assigned safety inspections and equipment checks, maintains accurate records, and supports the EHS Manager with delegated safety-related actions. The position also serves as a dependable resource for employees, supervisors, visitors, and site leadership. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Training Administration and Compliance Manage and monitor required training in UKG, including assigning courses, tracking completion, sending reminders, and following up on overdue items. Ensure employee UKG training records are complete, accurate, and up to date. Maintain training documentation, acknowledgement forms, certification records, and other compliance-related records. Assist employees and supervisors with training access, learning system questions, and completion issues. Coordinate recurring, refresher, and additional training requirements as directed. Safety Coordination and EHS Support Perform and document routine AED checks to verify readiness, accessibility, and inspection status. Conduct and document ladder inspections and communicate any deficiencies requiring removal, repair, or corrective action. Assist the EHS Manager with safety-related actions, inspections, documentation, follow-up, and corrective actions delegated to this role. Support site safety initiatives, safety observations, audits, compliance activities, and employee safety awareness. Monitor assigned safety equipment and emergency stations, including eyewash stations, fire extinguishers, exits, and other emergency equipment, to help ensure they remain accessible and inspection requirements are met. Monitor forklift inspection compliance and assist with Lockout/Tagout program administration and awareness. Identify and report unsafe conditions, potential hazards, and compliance concerns, and help track actions through completion. Promote a strong safety culture across both facilities and encourage compliance with company safety policies and procedures. New Hire Onboarding and Employee Development Coordinate new hire orientation and introduce employees to management, key personnel, departments, and site resources. Set up training accounts and assist with computer access, passwords, and required acknowledgements. Provide facility tours and explain emergency procedures, evacuation routes, workplace systems, and applicable company policies. Coordinate pre-employment and onboarding requirements, including physical examinations, lift tests, respirator fit testing, uniforms, identification materials, and Lockout/Tagout devices. Facilitate computer-based training and support forklift training, including video instruction, written testing, practical evaluations, and required documentation. Coordinate floor training with supervisors and designated trainers, monitor onboarding progress, and provide follow-up support. Serve as a primary point of contact for new employees throughout the onboarding process. Administrative, Vendor, and Site Support Maintain positive working relationships with employees, supervisors, contractors, visitors, suppliers, and service providers. Coordinate uniforms, safety supplies, office supplies, and employee necessities with vendors such as UniFirst and Grainger. Monitor assigned inventory levels, maintain vending machine supplies, and communicate replenishment needs. Receive and distribute mail, packages, supplies, packing slips, and related documentation. Support recruiting activities, visitors, company events, meetings, logistics, and catering arrangements as needed. Attend departmental and site meetings, support both facility locations, and assist with additional duties that support safe and effective plant operations. Qualifications and Skills Strong communication, interpersonal, organization, and follow-through skills. Training, onboarding, safety coordination, or employee development experience preferred. Working knowledge of workplace safety practices and compliance requirements. Ability to maintain accurate, confidential, and well-organized records. Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively with employees at all levels of the organization. Proficiency with UKG or a comparable learning management system, Microsoft Office, and standard administrative processes. Strong customer service mindset, attention to detail, and commitment to continuous improvement. Key Competencies ✓ Safety Leadership ✓ Training Coordination ✓ Accountability and Follow-Through ✓ Compliance Monitoring ✓ Employee Support ✓ Cross-Functional Collaboration ✓ Recordkeeping and Documentation ✓ Continuous Improvement General Statement This job description summarizes the primary responsibilities of the position. Duties may be adjusted based on business needs, regulatory requirements, and direction from site management or the EHS Manager.