Qualdoc

Qualdoc • Full-time • Richmond, Virginia • 1w ago

Environmental Health & Safety Coordinator

Location: Richmond, VA
Job Type: Direct Hire
Starting Salary: From $70,000/year (Higher compensation available based on experience.)

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Coordinator to support workplace safety programs in a manufacturing and fabrication environment. This hands-on role focuses on hazard identification, employee engagement, regulatory compliance, and continuous improvement while helping maintain a safe and productive workplace.

Responsibilities

Maintain an active presence throughout production and fabrication areas.
Monitor daily operations to identify workplace hazards and safety concerns.
Promote safe work practices and a positive safety culture.
Conduct routine safety inspections and document findings.
Track corrective actions and follow through to completion.
Support compliance with company safety policies and applicable regulations.
Assist with new hire safety orientation, training, toolbox talks, and safety meetings.
Provide safety coaching and guidance to employees and supervisors.
Assist with incident, injury, and near-miss investigations, including root cause analysis.
Help implement corrective and preventive actions.
Maintain safety records, training documentation, inspection reports, and compliance files.
Support ongoing improvements to safety programs and procedures.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Occupational Safety, Environmental Health & Safety, Risk Management, Industrial Technology, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
2+ years of experience in safety, EHS, risk management, manufacturing, or an industrial environment.
Knowledge of workplace safety practices, hazard recognition, and incident investigation.
Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to build positive working relationships with employees at all levels.
ASP, CSP, or other professional safety certifications are preferred.

Benefits

Direct-hire opportunity
Comprehensive benefits package
Professional development and certification support
Collaborative, safety-focused work environment

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.