Location: Richmond, VA
Employment Type: Direct Hire
Starting Salary: From $70,000 annually, with higher compensation available depending on experience.
We are seeking a Workplace Safety & Compliance Coordinator to support environmental, health, and safety initiatives within a manufacturing and fabrication environment. This hands-on position partners with employees and leadership to promote safe work practices, identify workplace hazards, assist with safety training, and help ensure compliance with company policies and regulatory standards.
This role requires regular time on the production floor, building strong relationships with employees, and contributing to a safe, efficient workplace.
Primary Responsibilities
- Workplace Safety
- Spend time throughout the production and fabrication areas observing daily operations.
- Identify potential hazards and recommend practical safety improvements.
- Encourage employees to follow established safety procedures.
- Help foster a positive workplace culture centered on safety and accountability. Compliance & Inspections
- Conduct routine workplace inspections and safety observations.
- Document safety concerns and monitor corrective actions until resolved.
- Assist with maintaining compliance with company policies and applicable safety regulations.
- Recommend process improvements that reduce workplace risks. Training & Communication
- Assist with new employee safety orientation and onboarding.
- Support safety meetings, toolbox talks, and ongoing employee training.
- Provide daily guidance on safe work practices.
- Communicate safety expectations and company initiatives across departments. Incident Management
- Assist with reporting workplace injuries, incidents, and near-miss events.
- Participate in incident investigations and root cause analysis.
- Help develop corrective and preventive action plans.
- Verify corrective actions are completed and documented. Safety Program Administration
- Maintain safety records, inspection reports, training documentation, and compliance files.
- Support internal audits and regulatory reporting requirements.
- Assist with continuous improvement of safety programs and workplace procedures.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Occupational Safety, Environmental Health & Safety (EHS), Risk Management, Industrial Technology, or a related field. Equivalent education and experience will also be considered.
- Two or more years of experience in workplace safety, EHS, manufacturing, industrial operations, or risk management preferred.
- Knowledge of workplace safety practices, hazard recognition, and incident investigation procedures.
- Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work effectively with employees, supervisors, and leadership across multiple departments.
- Professional certifications such as ASP, CSP, or similar credentials are preferred.
Why Join Us?
- Starting salary from $70,000 annually, with higher compensation available depending on experience.
- Full-time direct hire opportunity.
- Professional development and certification assistance.
- Comprehensive benefits package.
- Supportive team environment focused on safety, employee development, and continuous improvement.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Occupational Safety, Environmental Health & Safety (EHS), Risk Management, Industrial Technology, or related field (or equivalent education and experience)
- Two or more years of experience in workplace safety, EHS, manufacturing, industrial operations, or risk management
- Knowledge of workplace safety practices, hazard recognition, and incident investigation procedures
- Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills
- Ability to work effectively with employees, supervisors, and leadership across multiple departments
- Willingness to spend regular time on the production and fabrication floor
- Professional certifications such as ASP or CSP (preferred)
What We Do
Qualdoc is a global organization providing industrial staffing, contract manufacturing, and supply chain management services. They specialize in engineering support, metrology, and quality assurance for sectors including aerospace, automotive, oil and gas, and power. The company focuses on building partnerships to ensure speed-to-market and low-risk manufacturing, offering services ranging from prototype development to high-volume production and in-country procurement support for clients worldwide.
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