Safety Assistant Jobs in Decatur, IL (NOW HIRING)

The Safety Coordinator provides comprehensive safety and health support and guidance for a manufacturing site team, with a focus on building and sustaining a strong safety culture. This role champions safety communication, training, metric tracking, trend analysis, recordkeeping, stakeholder engagement, and the development of lockout/tagout procedures and fall protection plans. The position is central to supporting all aspects of the site safety program and requires daily interaction with personnel at all levels, including participation in daily safety staff calls to provide ongoing guidance and support.

• Provide safety and health support and guidance to site employees and management across all levels of the facility.
• Guide and support site employees and management in identifying root causes of safety system nonconformances and implement appropriate corrective actions to improve and sustain safety processes.
• Monitor and measure risk management processes to prioritize safety initiatives and focus efforts on the most critical risks.
• Facilitate emergency drills to ensure preparedness and effective response to potential incidents.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to consult on and participate in safety and health program improvements.
• Schedule and track daily, monthly, quarterly, and annual safety audits to ensure timely completion and issuance of actions that address causal factors identified during audits.
• Conduct inspections and safety audits to verify compliance with safety procedures, OSHA regulations, and site safety standards.
• Approve and review specifications or orders for the purchase of safety equipment, ensuring proper safety features and conformance to health and safety standards.
• Support and participate in safety committee activities to promote engagement and continuous improvement in safety culture.
• Conduct and present monthly safety reviews with key stakeholders to highlight successes, identify opportunities, and secure leadership support for safety initiatives.
• Facilitate the development and documentation of lockout/tagout procedures, including maintaining records and other required documentation.
• Develop and maintain fall protection inventory, including tie-off points and rescue plans, to ensure safe work at heights.
• Use Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel to track safety metrics, analyze trends, and prepare clear reports and presentations.
• Provide written and verbal safety communication to ensure consistent messaging and understanding of safety expectations.
• Support industrial hygiene activities and site safety initiatives to maintain a safe and healthy work environment.
• Perform data entry and recordkeeping for safety-related information to maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation.
• Participate in daily safety staff calls to provide ongoing guidance, share updates, and coordinate safety efforts.

• Proven experience in safety coordination, safety management, or industrial safety within a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Strong knowledge of OSHA regulations and compliance requirements.
• OSHA 30 certification or equivalent OSHA training background.
• Experience conducting safety training, including developing and presenting training modules.
• Demonstrated ability to perform safety audits, inspections, and industrial hygiene assessments.
• Experience supporting and promoting a positive safety culture and site safety programs.
• Ability to analyze safety metrics, perform trend analysis, and use data to drive safety improvements.
• Proficient use of Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel for metric tracking, reporting, and presentations.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for effective safety communication and stakeholder engagement.
• Ability to develop and implement lockout/tagout procedures and fall protection plans.
• Experience facilitating emergency drills and supporting emergency preparedness activities.
• Attention to detail and strong organizational skills for scheduling, tracking, and recordkeeping of audits and safety activities.

• background in health and safety, environmental health and safety (EHS), or industrial hygiene.
• Experience working with safety committees and cross-functional stakeholder groups.
• Familiarity with safety equipment specifications and purchasing processes.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with operations, maintenance, and leadership teams to implement safety improvements.
• Comfort working in a food or manufacturing facility environment.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to identify causal factors and recommend corrective actions.
• Ability to present safety reviews and reports to leadership and other key stakeholders in a clear and engaging manner.

Join a growing operation in a new, modern facility where safety is a core value and continuous improvement is encouraged. You will work in an environment that values collaboration, open communication, and proactive problem-solving, with opportunities to influence site-wide safety culture and programs. The role offers meaningful impact, exposure to diverse stakeholders, and the chance to shape safety practices in a facility focused on quality and operational excellence.

This role is based in a new ice cream and food manufacturing facility in Decatur, IL. The environment includes production and industrial areas where adherence to safety procedures, hygiene standards, and food safety requirements is essential. You will regularly interact with site personnel at all levels and participate in daily safety staff calls. The position involves working around manufacturing equipment, conducting audits and inspections on the production floor, and using standard office technologies such as Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel for documentation and reporting. Appropriate facility-specific attire and personal protective equipment are required in production areas to maintain safety and product integrity.

This is a Contract position based out of Decatur, IL.

The pay range for this position is $32.00 - $38.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Decatur,IL.

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 24, 2026.

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
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We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.