Valley Fine Foods is a family-owned manufacturer of gourmet pastas & sauces with a mission to create healthful, 100% natural and convenient foods. Located near the renowned Napa Valley in California, we are inspired by the region’s rich history of fresh and local produce, gourmet cuisine, and fine wines. Our products can be found at retail and club locations nationwide.

Job Summary: The Health & Safety Coordinator supports the implementation and maintenance of the company’s health and safety management system, including the Injury and Illness Prevention Program (IIPP). This entry-level role focuses on coordinating safety activities such as training, inspections, incident tracking, and documentation to help ensure a safe and compliant workplace.

This position serves as a designated health and safety contact for employees and supports communication between departments to promote a proactive safety culture.

Duties and Responsibilities: 

Health and Safety Support

• Assist in maintaining the company’s IIPP in alignment with Cal/OSHA requirements 
• Support development, organization, and updates of safety policies, procedures, and records 
• Ensure safety documentation is accurate, current, and audit-ready

Inspections & Hazard Management

• Participate in routine safety inspections and walkthroughs with supervisors 
• Help identify workplace hazards and communicate findings to leadership 
• Track and follow up on corrective actions to ensure timely resolution

Training & Communication

• Coordinate safety training programs (new hire orientation, monthly meetings, refresher training) 
• Maintain training records, attendance logs, and documentation 
• Assist with preparing and distributing safety communication materials

Incident Reporting & Tracking

• Assist with incident and near-miss reporting and documentation 
• Help gather information to support investigations and corrective actions 
• Maintain injury, incident, and hazard tracking logs

Compliance & Audit Support

• Support preparation for internal and external audits, including customer audits (e.g., Costco) 
• Assist in maintaining OSHA logs and required compliance records 
• Help ensure adherence to company policies and regulatory requirements

Safety Engagement

• Participate in safety committee meetings and track action items 
• Encourage employee participation in safety programs and hazard reporting 
• Support ongoing safety initiatives and continuous improvement efforts

This job description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions; it does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.

Core Competencies, Knowledge, and Skill Requirements:

The Health & Safety Coordinator should be a self-starter with a strong work ethic and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This role requires attention to detail, strong follow-through, and a proactive approach to identifying and resolving safety-related issues.

Key Competencies

• Highly organized with strong attention to detail and documentation accuracy 
• Demonstrates accountability and commitment to follow-through on tasks and corrective actions 
• Motivated, dependable, and able to work independently with minimal supervision 
• Ability to prioritize workload and manage competing deadlines effectively 
• Basic understanding of workplace safety principles or willingness to learn

Communication & Interpersonal Skills

• Strong verbal and written communication skills 
• Ability to communicate safety expectations clearly to employees at all levels 
• Comfortable interacting with production employees, supervisors, and leadership 
• Ability to collaborate effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment 
• Approachable and supportive in promoting a positive safety culture

Job Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required 
• 0–2 years of experience in manufacturing, safety, HR, or related field preferred 
• Basic understanding of workplace safety principles is a plus 
• Willingness to learn safety regulations and company procedures 
• Strong organizational, communication, and follow-up skills 
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment