Health & Safety Coordinator – Schenectady/Mechanicville

Overview

Join Cascades, a values-driven company dedicated to supporting its workforce and creating a sustainable future. As a Health & Safety Coordinator, you will play a crucial role at our Schenectady and Mechanicville manufacturing sites in New York by ensuring the highest standards of workplace safety and regulatory compliance.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure adherence to OSHA and state/local safety regulations by managing incident reporting and accurate recordkeeping.
• Develop, maintain, and continuously improve health and safety policies, procedures, and preventive programs.
• Serve as the primary contact during safety inspections and audits, coordinating preparation activities and post-audit follow-up.
• Lead investigations into workplace incidents, performing root cause analyses and overseeing the implementation of corrective and preventive measures.
• Conduct thorough risk assessments, safety audits, and hazard analyses across both manufacturing locations.
• Analyze safety data and trends to identify risk patterns and proactively recommend improvements to minimize hazards.
• Monitor and report on safety performance indicators, including both leading and lagging metrics, to drive accountability.

Candidate Profile

• Between three to five years of professional experience in occupational health and safety within manufacturing or industrial settings.
• In-depth understanding of OSHA regulations and compliance standards.
• Possession of a valid driver's license and capability to commute daily between the two sites.
• Experience managing safety programs, conducting audits and investigations, and utilizing compliance systems effectively.
• Proficient in Microsoft 365 suite, with strong skills in Excel for data reporting and safety tracking.
• Familiarity with enterprise systems such as SAP, analytical tools like Power BI, or dedicated safety tracking software (e.g., Conformit) is advantageous.

Compensation and Benefits

• Annual salary range from $77,000 to $96,000 supplemented by profit sharing incentives.
• Career advancement opportunities aligned with a supportive and principled workplace culture.
• Comprehensive benefits including a selection of wellness plans, life insurance, and paid time off.
• Financial security through retirement savings options, profit sharing schemes, and stock purchase plans.
• Wellness support such as employee assistance programs and lifestyle flexibility allowances.
• Collaborative and respectful environment that values employee well-being.

Diversity and Inclusion

Cascades promotes a diverse and inclusive work environment where all applicants receive equal consideration.