Join Our
SUPPLY CHAIN TEAM
Williams-Sonoma Inc.'s Supply Chain organization is the backbone of our company. Our Distribution Centers serve as vital connections between factories and our retail, online and mail-order customers around the world. We also own and operate a growing manufacturing base right here in the United States, proudly producing nearly all of the upholstered furniture and much of the lighting sold through our brands. The Supply Chain environment is dynamic and fast-paced, and the network is expanding rapidly. If you are an expert in global logistics, manufacturing, engineering, transportation, finance, human resources, or home delivery and have a passion for quality and customer service, our Supply Chain Organization may just be the place for you.
Openings >> Safety Specialist
Safety Specialist
Summary
Title:Safety Specialist
ID:328651239
Date Posted:N/A
Date to Apply By:N/A
Reports To or Hiring Manager:Allison Hall
Department:3980
Shift:Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm
Grade Level:10
Employment Type:Full Time Non-Exempt
Location:Claremont, NC
Proposed Salary Range:N/A
Description

About Williams Sonoma Supply Chain - Claremont NC & Conover, NC

Since it was founded in 1956, Williams - Sonoma has grown from Chuck Williams’ single store in Sonoma, CA into one of the largest retailers in the country, with some best known and most beloved brands in home furnishings, including Williams - Sonoma, Pottery Barn and West Elm.

Our Distribution Centers serve as vital connections between factories and our retail, online and mail-order customers around the world. The Supply Chain environment is dynamic and fast-paced, and the network is expanding rapidly. If you have a background in distribution, manufacturing, engineering, transportation, finance, human resources or home delivery – and are looking for a job with a strong opportunity for gaining new skills and for advancement our Supply Chain Organization could be just the place for you.

Sutter Street Manufacturing is a subsidiary of Williams-Sonoma, Inc. Our Sutter Street Manufacturing Facilities in NC, MS and CA are looking to hire hard-working and motivated associates to join our amazing manufacturing team! The ideal associate will possess previous furniture manufacturing experience, promote safety, and demonstrate teamwork. We are also willing to train motivated individuals looking to learn a trade that will lead to a satisfying and profitable career in home furnishings manufacturing and distribution.

Williams-Sonoma, Inc Supply Chain Overview

In 2021, recognized as a Great Place to Work®, an honor which reflects that we are truly a people-first organization. Our operation includes:

  • 3300 full-time associates across Supply Chain
  • 9 large Furniture Distribution Centers located in Los Angeles, Dallas, Atlanta, and Newark totaling 7.5 million square feet
  • 38 delivery hubs in cities larger than 750,000 in population
  • 3 small package ecommerce Distribution Centers located in Memphis, TN and Olive Branch, MS totaling 3 million sq ft, consisting of 1200 full-time associates and 5000 seasonal/temporary associates
  • 4 Sutter Street Upholstery Factories located in North Carolina, Mississippi, and California with over 1,400 FTE’s producing approximately $900 million to $1 Billion in sales of Upholstered furniture
  • Transportation Department for Ocean, Air, Trucking and Rail consisting of over 45 transportation professionals located in Memphis, TN
  • 700 associates in our Sourcing offices in 10 countries in Asia and Europe including China, Vietnam, Singapore, India, Italy, and Turkey


The Safety Specialist position is located in Claremont, NC. This position is responsible for performing injury prevention and regulatory compliance activities for Sutter St. Manufacturing. Safety Coordinator will work closely with the Operations & HR teams to ensure the effective implementation of procedures and policies. This position is responsible for effectively interacting with people to mitigate the risk of injury.

You’ll be excited about this opportunity because you will:

  • Conduct and document WOCs Safe Work Observations. Provide positive reinforcement and feedback to the involved associate.
  • JSA Job Safety Analysis
  • Emergency evacuation protocols
  • Emergency Incident or Injury Response/data collection
  • OSHA compliance assistance
  • Worker’s Comp coordination
  • Safety Information System reporting
  • Conduct and document safety and health assessments to include COVID-19 compliance. Address areas of non-compliance.
  • Conduct and document WOCs Safe Work Observations.  Provide positive reinforcement and feedback to the involved associate.
  • JSA Job Safety Analysis
  • Emergency evacuation protocols
  • Emergency Incident or Injury Response/data collection
  • OSHA compliance assistance
  • Worker’s Comp coordination
  • Safety Information System reporting
  • Conduct and document safety and health assessments to include COVID-19 compliance.  Address areas of non-compliance.

Check out some of the required qualifications we are looking for in amazing candidates….

  • Preferred - Bachelor’s degree in Safety or a related field of study or an equivalent combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge and abilities can be acquired.
  • Proficient experience in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.
  • Strong knowledge and/or passion for Health and Safety and Employee Relations.
  • Must be detailed oriented, well organized, and demonstrate excellent follow through skills.
  • Proven ability to work effectively with people in a fast-paced and high-volume environment
  • Excellent written and oral communications skills.
  • Experience of working in a distribution environment is preferred.
We prefer some of these qualities as well….
  • Bilingual is a plus.
  • Manufacturing experience 
Review these physical requirements, as they play a major part in this role…. 
  • Ability to lift 20-50 lbs. 

Our company benefits are second to none in the industry….

  • Generous discount on all Williams-Sonoma, Inc. brand products
  • 401(k) plan and other investment opportunities
  • Paid vacations, holidays, Employee Assistance Programs, Time Off to Volunteer & Matching Gifts Community Service Program
  • Health benefits, dental and vision insurance, including same-sex domestic partner benefits, Legal and Identity Protection Plans and Pet Insurance
  • For more information on our benefits offerings, please visit MyWSIBenefits.com

EOE

This opening is closed and is no longer accepting applications
ApplicantStack powered by Swipeclock
Copyright 2024 Williams-Sonoma. All rights reserved. Powered by ApplicantStack™ Applicant Tracking Software