Job Summary
The Plant Safety Technician supports the implementation of safety programs, ensuring compliance with regulations and fostering a safety culture by conducting inspections and investigation of incidents.
Essential Job Functions
The essential duties and responsibilities for this position include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Conduct regular safety inspections and audits in operational areas to identify potential hazards and ensure compliance with safety regulations.
- Investigate accidents, near-misses, and unsafe acts, documenting findings and recommending corrective actions.
- Monitor the proper use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and provide guidance on the correct application.
- Update and maintain accurate records of medical appointments, follow-ups, and OSHA-reportable incidents.
- Coordinate and present safety training programs to team members on topics such as Safety Orientation, PPE use, emergency response, and ergonomics.
- Participate as an active member of the safety committee, providing feedback and recommending improvements.
- Assist in the preparation and documentation required for safety audits and inspections.
- Follow all biosecurity and Animal Welfare Policies
- Maintain safe and healthy work environment by following standards and procedures, complying with legal codes and regulations.
- Report any animal welfare related issues to management immediately.
- Report any potential Food Safety issues to management immediately.
- Report any damages to company vehicles, equipment, and buildings via maintenance work order software program.
- Comply with all company policies and procedures.
Minimum Required Qualifications
The minimum required qualifications for this position include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Minimum 1 year of equivalent experience in a manufacturing setting required; food processing preferred.
- BS/BA degree in a related field preferred; required in equivalent experience is not met.
- OSHA 10 or 30-hour certification required.
- Vald driver?s license to be able to commute between facilities.
- Familiarity with OSHA regulations, workplace safety stands, PPE (Personal Protective Equipment), and injury reporting requirements.
- Outstanding communication skills, both verbally and written.
- Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.
- Ability to independently make decisions with minimum supervision.
- Ability to multitask and effectively prioritize workload.
- Advanced personal computer skills: Working knowledge of Excel and Outlook.3
- Strong teamwork skills with a willingness to assist others.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to comply with all company policies and procedures.
Physical Demands
The physical requirements/environmental factors for this position include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Must be able to walk and stand for extended periods of time.
- Ability to lift and carry safety equipment up to 25lbs. occasionally.
- Potential exposure to odors, fumes, airborne particles, hazardous chemicals, and ammonia.
Schedule:
6am-3:30pm winter hours and 8-5pm for Summer hours (Monday - Friday)
DISCLAIMER
- This is not necessarily an all-inclusive list of job-related responsibilities, duties, skills, efforts, requirements or working conditions. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise the job or to require that other or different tasks be performed as assigned.
- All job requirements are subject to possible revision to reflect changes in the position requirements or to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a threat or risk to the health and safety of themselves or other employees. This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to which will be required in this position. Employees will be required to follow other job-related duties as requested by their supervisor/manager (within guidelines and compliance with Federal and State Laws). Continued employment remains on an
at-will
basis.
- I have read this job description (or had it read to me) and I fully understand all of my job duties and responsibilities as set forth herein. I am able to perform the duties and responsibilities as outlined, with or without reasonable accommodation. I understand that my job duties and responsibilities may change on a temporary or regular basis according to the needs of my location or department and if so, I will be required to perform such additional duties and responsibilities. If I have any questions about job duties not specified on this description that I am asked to perform, I should discuss them with my immediate supervisor or a member of the HR staff.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit their application online using the link below.
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