Safety Coordinator Jobs in Ohio
Safety Coordinator jobs in Ohio are concentrated in Columbus, Cleveland, and Cincinnati, where manufacturing plants, large healthcare systems, and construction contractors maintain dedicated safety teams at every level from entry-level coordinator to senior environmental health and safety manager. Major employers with a lasting Ohio presence include Procter and Gamble, Honda of America, and Cleveland-Cliffs, all of which operate facilities where ongoing regulatory compliance and incident prevention keep safety teams consistently staffed. The most in-demand specialties are construction site safety, industrial hygiene, and OSHA compliance coordination. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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Are you looking to build your career in construction safety and work for a people-first company? Do you want to work for a company where you can call home and not just have another "job"?. Come join us at Southland Industries as a Safety Coordinator II. In this role, you'll assist the Division Safety Program in enforcing and regulating all safety procedures to ensure that Southland Industries meets all safety requirements in the field by managing and coordinating all division safety activities.
Position Details
- Tour and inspect smaller or larger complex job sites to ensure compliance with company, state and federal Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) rules and regulations. You'll report concerns to safety management and ensure health and safety standards are met by coordinating, promoting and conducting various programs and activities related to the safety management system.
- You'll document safety inspections, cite dangerous areas/procedures and recommend corrective procedures. You'll provide recommendations for correcting non-compliance issues and ensure cited issues are corrected within designated time frame.
- You'll maintain all site required documentation related to safety issues, including accident reports, inspection reports and training logs, and review daily job hazard logs and take action as required.
- You'll provide emergency response to employees as needed.
- You'll prepare documentation for the investigation of accidents and injuries and submit data to regulatory agencies as required.
- You'll assist with the development of training materials and coordinate and facilitate employee training as necessary.
- You'll use your experience to train less-experienced safety employees as needed.
- We'll rely on your independent judgement and your ability to make decisions with respect to day to day job duties and you'll consult with your manager on decisions that significantly impact the company.
Qualifications
- A minimum of 4+ years working as a Safety professional in a construction environment, including training experience.
- A Bachelor’s degree in Safety, Health or Environmental Applied Sciences is required or have related strong construction safety experience
- Have a CHST or ASP certification would be ideal and preferred
- CPR and First Aid certifications are required
- OSHA 10hr, OSHA 30hr, OSHA 40hr training required.
- OSHA 500 preferred.
- Excellent working knowledge of health and safety management systems; OSHA CFR 1926 standards or the state construction safety regulations.
- Strong oral and written communication skills.
- Excellent problem-solving skills.
- Excellent customer-service, people and organizational skills.
- Strong computer skills-experience with Microsoft Office suite and ability to access OSHA information via the internet.
- Sound knowledge of safety operating processes and procedures.
Benefits
As a 100% employee-owned company, we offer a comprehensive benefits package for you and your family:
- 401(k) plan with 50% company match (no cap) and immediate 100% vesting
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance (100% paid for employee)
- Annual bonus program based upon performance, achievement, and company profitability
- Term life, AD&D insurance, and voluntary life insurance
- Disability income protection insurance
- Pre-tax flexible spending plans (health and dependent care)
- Paid parental leave
- Paid holidays, vacation, and personal time
- Training/professional development opportunities and company-paid memberships for professional associations and licenses
- Wellness benefits
About Southland Industries
As one of the nation’s largest MEP companies, Southland Industries is built on the foundation of great people. Since 1949, we have put our people first, enabling growth, professional achievement, and innovation. If you want to join a fast-paced environment where you’re engaged, challenged, and valued, apply now to join our dynamic team.
To learn more about careers at Southland, explore our career opportunities, follow us on social media, and check out our website.
Southland Industries and all its subsidiaries are an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We are committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing our employees with a safe work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at Southland Industries are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, gender, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, medical condition, marital status, family care or medical leave status, veteran status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. Southland Industries will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.
Contingent Employment: All employment offers are contingent upon successful drug tests, background checks, and professional reference checks. Roles that include driving as an essential job duty will be required to have a successful Motor Vehicle Record check (MVR). We are not able to offer sponsorship of employment at this time.
External Agency Announcement: Its Southland Industries' policy not to accept candidate submissions from recruiting agencies without an active and authorized work order. Candidate ownership can only be established after a bona fide work order is issued by a member of the Southland Industries Talent Acquisition team and the candidate is appropriately submitted through our Applicant Tracking System (ATS).
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What Ohio Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in safety coordinator jobs across Ohio.
- Associate safety professional or certified safety professional credential recognized by Ohio employers
- OSHA 30-hour construction or general industry outreach training certification
- Experience conducting site inspections and maintaining OSHA 300 injury and illness logs
- Bachelor's degree in occupational safety, industrial hygiene, or a related field
- Familiarity with Ohio Bureau of Workers' Compensation safety programs and reporting requirements
- Ability to develop and deliver safety training programs for production or field crews
Safety Coordinator Jobs in Ohio: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a safety coordinator in Ohio?
Most Ohio employers expect a bachelor's degree in occupational safety, environmental health, or industrial hygiene, combined with an OSHA outreach certification in construction or general industry. Ohio does not issue a state-specific safety coordinator license, but many hiring managers require or strongly prefer the Associate Safety Professional or Certified Safety Professional credential awarded by the Board of Certified Safety Professionals. Familiarity with the Ohio Bureau of Workers' Compensation safety intervention programs adds a concrete competitive edge in the state's manufacturing and construction sectors.
Which companies hire safety coordinators in Ohio?
Ohio safety coordinator roles are posted by Superior, Forward Air, and 3C Industries and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Ohio's dense concentration of automotive assembly plants, steel producers, and large hospital networks means consistent demand across both heavy industry and healthcare safety functions.
Which Ohio cities have the most safety coordinator jobs?
Columbus, Cincinnati, and Conesville account for the largest share of safety coordinator openings in Ohio. Columbus drives volume through its large logistics hubs and healthcare systems, Cleveland draws demand from steel and manufacturing operations along Lake Erie, and Cincinnati benefits from major consumer goods manufacturers and chemical producers concentrated in its southwestern industrial corridor.
Are there remote safety coordinator jobs in Ohio?
Yes, but they're rare. The core duties of a safety coordinator, including site inspections, hazard assessments, and hands-on incident investigations, require physical presence at a facility. About 0% of safety coordinator openings tied to Ohio are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, and those postings typically involve desk-based compliance documentation, policy writing, or training program development rather than active site oversight.
How can I get hired as a safety coordinator in Ohio with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is an OSHA outreach certification combined with an internship or co-op at an Ohio manufacturer or construction firm. Large Ohio employers such as Honda of America and major hospital systems affiliated with OhioHealth or Cleveland Clinic regularly bring on safety interns and junior EHS associates. Moving laterally from a production supervisor, warehouse lead, or facilities technician role is common because those positions carry firsthand site knowledge that hiring managers value. Completing the Ohio Bureau of Workers' Compensation Safety Council training programs also strengthens an entry-level application.
Where can I find and apply to safety coordinator jobs in Ohio?
You can find and apply to safety coordinator jobs in Ohio on Migrate Mate, which lists current Ohio openings in one place. Search the available roles, identify the ones that match your experience and preferred location, and apply directly to the positions that fit.
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