Join Loffredo Fresh Foods as an Employee Safety Coordinator based out of our Des Moines Headquarters. This position will have some travel required to our other branch location located in the mid-west. We are a local, family-owned food and produce distributor that has proudly served the Midwest region for over 130 years. We distribute to 11 different states across our 6 locations. Loffredo Fresh Foods believes that our employees are the key to a successful future. We are committed to attracting a team that is passionate, innovative, and committed to meeting our customer’s needs.

The Employee Safety Coordinator is responsible for promoting a safe and healthy work environment by implementing safety policies, conducting training, performing regular inspections, and ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local safety regulations. This role plays a key part in reducing workplace incidents and fostering a culture of safety among all employees.

What we look for:

High school diploma or equivalent with related experience; Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety, Environmental Health, or related field preferred
2+ years of experience in safety, preferably in a distribution, logistics, or industrial setting
Knowledge of OSHA standards and safety regulations (e.g., forklift operation, lock out/tag out, PPE), DOT knowledge a plus

Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Ability to prioritize and meet deadlines
Ability to establish rapport and interact effectively with employees across the organization

What you’ll do:

Process and organize incoming DOT Verification of Employment (VOE) requests
Ensure compliance with OSHA, DOT, and company safety standards
Conduct regular safety talks and distribute materials for weekly and monthly training
Maintain safety records, including training logs, inspection reports, incident logs, compliance reports and OSHA documentation
Document and maintain files for incidents, accidents, and near misses
Schedule employee medical appointments such as DOT physicals and drug screens
Assist with accident investigations and root cause analysis as needed
Maintain and monitor driver license and DOT medical card compliance list
Manage random driver drug and alcohol testing pool, scheduling, and documentation
Monitor driver qualification files to ensure DOT compliance
Partner with supervisors and managers to promote and enforce a strong safety culture

What you’ll gain as a Loffredo Team Member:

What you’ll gain as a Loffredo Team Member:
Competitive salary and comprehensive benefit package including medical, dental, vision, available 1st of the month following 30 days employment
401k with company match available following 6 months of employment
Additional voluntary insurance such as basic/supplemental life and disability
Paid time off & Paid holidays
Bi-Weekly Pay or the option to enroll in Daily Pay for immediate access to earned wages
Regular and constructive performance feedback
Healthy, fresh produce you can take home to your family through our generous employee purchase program

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