Safety Generalist

Overview:  

Baldor Safety professionals work in partnership with our Operations, Fresh Cuts, Transportation, Human Resources, Facilities, Sanitation and Food Safety teams. Under the direction of Baldor leadership, these employees are responsible for the safety of all Baldor personnel at the Bronx location.

This role ensures that Baldor Specialty Foods personnel are working in an environment consistent with minimum safety standards and integrated best practices. Safety Generalists implement programs, plans, policies, and procedures in the interest of Baldor employee, contractor, and visitor safety to reduce overall risk.  Multiple specialty areas include OSHA, ANSI, EPA, FDNY, FDA and other applicable regulations and company standards. This role responds to notifications of injuries, unsafe conditions, conducts inspections, and provides education, training, and feedback to the Operations Teams.

Duties are performed at various levels within the defined title. It also consists of supporting Team Leads and Safety Managers on relevant matters, updates, and measures.  In addition, this role is heavily involved in implementing safety protocols and operating procedures according to the changing environment.

 Responsibilities:

·         Demonstrate strong and supportive presence on the facility floor.

·         Ensure the full implementation of safety programs and procedures for all groups at the facility.

·         High level working knowledge of the concepts, practices and procedures in the safety specialization.

·         Maintain effective relationships with leaders, peers, vendors, and others in a diverse environment. Must be professional and treat all Baldor personnel and visitors with respect.

·         Handles moderately complex issues and problems and refers more complex issues to Team Leads and Managers.

·         Execute Powered Industrial Truck (PIT) certification training and exams.

·         Escalates matters to the appropriate individuals and follows through to ensure completion of all action items.

·         Support department’s evolving tasks and responsibilities.

·         Interpret information, ideas and instructions and communicate clearly and accurately with warehouse workers.

·         Deliver training to employees throughout the company.

·         Understands relevant standards and best practices and can apply them to operations at the facility.

·         Ensure safe practices and environmental consciousness are exhibited in decisions.

·         Assists in any other duties or projects assigned by Safety leadership.

 Requirements:

·     Must be able to multi-task and work independently to support the team's overall success

·      Strong understanding of warehouse safety practices

·      Excellent interpersonal skills

·      Good written and verbal communication skills

·      English proficiency, Spanish/French a plus

 Education and Experience:  

·         High school diploma or equivalent

·         OSHA 30 required

·         2 years relevant experience

·         Safety Trained Supervisor Certification (BCSP) or equivalent*

·         First Aid & CPR Certification*

·  Powered Industrial Truck Certification and Train the Trainer Certification*

o   Single Jack

o   Double Jack

o   Hilo

·         FDNY Certificate of Fitness*

 *Must be achieved within 12 months of hire

Technology Skills:  

·         Calendar and scheduling software – Microsoft Outlook, Kronos

·         Electronic mail software - Microsoft Exchange; Microsoft Outlook

·         Office suite software – Teams, Microsoft Office, Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Google Suite, Microsoft List,

·         Video conferencing software – Microsoft Teams, Zoom

·         Management programs - Origami

 Work Environment:

·         First or second shift depending on business need

·         Active work on site in a warehouse and food processing environment

·         Ability to work extended hours as needed

·         Ability to work weekends and holidays as needed

·         Ability to learn to ride a powered industrial truck

·         Ability to learn and execute first aid response as well as accident investigation

·         Ability to stand and walk for entire shift in a cold environment

·         Push/Pull reach without accommodation

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