Job Description

Job Title Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Coordinator
Job Location Type In Person
Location Chino, CA 91710
Job Type 6-Month Contract
Shift Schedule Monday Friday | 7:00 AM 3:30 PM
Overtime & Schedule Flexibility Required | Potential Saturday Work Based on Operational Needs

About the Role

We are seeking a proactive and safety-focused Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Coordinator to support workplace safety, regulatory compliance, emergency preparedness, and continuous improvement initiatives within a fast-paced warehouse and distribution environment.

This role serves as a key partner to the Site EHS Manager in promoting a culture of safety and operational excellence. In addition to supporting EHS programs, the ideal candidate will have prior forklift operating experience and be comfortable providing hands-on operational support, conducting forklift observations, and reinforcing safe material handling practices.

This opportunity is ideal for professionals who are passionate about workplace safety, employee engagement, training, and driving meaningful improvements across operations.

Key Responsibilities Environmental Health & Safety Programs

• Assist with the development, implementation, and maintenance of EHS policies, procedures, and programs
• Ensure compliance with OSHA regulations, company standards, and applicable environmental, health, and safety requirements
• Support site-wide safety initiatives and continuous improvement programs
• Promote a positive safety culture through employee engagement and leadership

Safety Training & Employee Development

• Coordinate and deliver:
  • New Hire Safety Orientation
  • Task-Specific Safety Training
  • Monthly Safety Meetings
  • Ongoing Safety Awareness Programs
• Develop training materials and safety communications
• Coach employees and supervisors on safe work practices
• Reinforce compliance with site safety policies and procedures

Hazard Assessment & Risk Management

• Conduct workplace inspections, audits, and safety assessments
• Evaluate new equipment, processes, workstations, and operational changes for safety risks
• Identify hazards and recommend corrective actions
• Support risk assessments and hazard mitigation activities

Incident Investigation & Corrective Actions

• Lead or support incident investigations involving:
  • Injuries
  • Near Misses
  • Property Damage
  • Security Incidents
• Perform root cause analysis
• Develop and track corrective and preventive actions
• Ensure timely resolution and documentation of findings

Emergency Preparedness & Response

• Coordinate Emergency Response Team (ERT) activities
• Support emergency preparedness planning and drills
• Assist with emergency response procedures and training
• Maintain readiness for site emergency situations

Compliance, Audits & Reporting

• Conduct regular compliance audits and inspections
• Track and report EHS Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
• Compile safety metrics, trends, and performance reports
• Maintain training records, audit documentation, incident reports, and compliance files
• Support internal and external EHS audits

Forklift Safety & Operational Support

• Serve as a forklift safety resource for the facility
• Conduct forklift observations and operator evaluations
• Support forklift certification and recertification activities
• Coach associates on powered industrial truck safety practices
• Safely operate forklifts and material handling equipment as needed
• Provide operational support during staffing or business needs

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in:

  • Occupational Health & Safety
  • Environmental Science
  • Engineering
  • Related Field

  OR equivalent relevant work experience

• Working knowledge of:
  • OSHA Regulations
  • Workplace Safety Programs
  • Environmental Health & Safety Standards
• Previous forklift operating experience required
• Experience working in:
  • Warehousing
  • Distribution
  • Manufacturing
  • Logistics Environments
• Ability and willingness to operate forklifts and material handling equipment safely
• Strong communication and presentation skills
• Strong organizational and time management abilities
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Proficiency with:
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Microsoft PowerPoint
  • Microsoft Word

Preferred Qualifications

• OSHA 30-Hour Certification or equivalent safety credential
• Experience training, coaching, or certifying forklift operators
• Experience with:
  • Incident Investigation
  • Root Cause Analysis
  • Safety Audits
  • Compliance Programs
  • Safety Management Systems
• Experience in:
  • Manufacturing Operations
  • Warehousing
  • Logistics
  • Distribution Centers
• Bilingual English/Spanish communication skills
• Experience with incident management and auditing software

Job Tags

Contract work, Work experience placement, Monday to Friday, Shift work

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