Junior Safety Engagement Coordinator (Piedmont)

In Office Position: Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm  Position Overview The Safety Coordinator is responsible for overseeing safety programs and ensuring compliance with safety regulations and industry best practices at The Blood Connection. This role serves as the primary contact for all safety-related concerns, providing guidance and support across the organization to maintain compliance with OSHA, FDA, AABB, and other applicable safety standards. Essential Functions  Plans, implements, and maintains a comprehensive safety program  Conducts regular safety inspections and audits to identify potential hazards, ensuring ongoing compliance with regulations and internal policies  Creates and maintains safety policies and procedures required for compliance with relevant regulations and standards (e.g., OSHA, FDA, AABB) Enforces safety policies and procedures in accordance with local, state, and federal regulations Creates, implements, and maintains all safety-related training for employees Collaborates with internal and external subject matter experts to design new content, tools, and learning solutions related to safety Establishes, tracks, and analyzes safety performance data Monitors safety practices and provides recommendations for risk reduction and continuous improvement Investigates employee accidents, incidents, and near misses, conducting root cause analysis and recommends solutions to prevent recurrence Promotes a culture of safety awareness by encouraging employee participation in safety initiatives Leads and facilitates safety meetings to provide training, identify issues, solicit feedback, and drive improvement; maintains and distributes meeting agendas and minutes Attends safety related continuing education programs to stay informed on health and safety protocols, regulations, and best practices Maintains accurate records of safety incidents, training, and compliance Some travel may be required Other duties as assigned or required Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s Degree from a four-year college or university preferred Entry-level candidates are encouraged to apply; one to three years of professional or related experience preferred, with a strong desire to grow and expand skill set Safety-related training, certification, and experience working with regulatory agencies (e.g., OSHA) preferred Experience with data analysis, risk assessments, and delivering training to diverse audiences Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, both written and verbal Must demonstrate competence with standard operating protocols used throughout TBC