EHS (SAFETY) TECHNICIAN

Essential Functions of Position

Safety Administration

• Administer basic first aid at the facility
• Transport injured or ill team members to designated health care facilities using company van when required.
• Conduct pre-employment and reasonable suspicion drug screenings in accordance with company policy.
• Conduct new-hire safety orientation and ensure all required documentation is completed accurately.
• Work with all team members, serving as support for safety-related needs
• Assist in identifying and correcting unsafe conditions and behaviors.
• Promote and reinforce a culture of zero injuries through employee engagement
• Maintain OSHA 300 and 300A logs and assist with annual reporting requirements
• Complete accident investigations and determine root cause
• Assist with RTW planning and transitional/restricted job assignments
• Conduct various trainings through various means of distribution, inclusive but not limited to: LOTO Authorized and Affected, PIT (various) Authorized and Affected, Hot Work Authorized and Affected, etc.
• Interact with third-party administrator and their personnel to provide/receive updates on WC claims
• Update EHS Manager on Workers’ Compensation claims
• Schedule and conduct monthly safety trainings as distributed by EHS Manager
• Oversight of the activities of the plant Safety Committee and GEMBA walks
• Assist with the completion of yearly OSHA Logs
• Conduct Plant incident investigations; utilize known root cause analysis techniques; work with team members to implement processes to prevent recurrence.
• Maintain all EHS records and files
• Review and maintain all company personal injury records.
• Calibrate, maintain, and utilize monitoring of PAA meter, Multigas meter, etc.
• Other duties as assigned

Physical Demands:

• Walk and stand for approximately 50% of the workday.
• Sit and work at a computer workstation for approximately 50% of the workday.
• Frequently bend, kneel, reach, stoop, and occasionally climb stairs/ladders.
• Occasionally lift, pull, push or carry up to 40 pounds
• Must be able to respond quickly during emergency situations
• Must be able to wear required PPE

Work Environment:

• Cold and wet processing environment
• Hot, humid and dusty production and maintenance areas
• Exposure to moving machinery and powered industrial equipment
• High noise levels exceeding 85db, requiring hearing protection
• Exposure to various chemicals
• Indoor and outdoor work as business requires

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• First Aid/CPR/AED Certification or ability to obtain within 90 days of employment
• Minimum of (3) years of Environmental, Health, and Safety experience in a poultry processing facility.
• Working knowledge of OSHA regulations and general safety practices.
• Experience conducting employee safety training
• Basic Computer skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and email.
• Valid Driver’s License

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s Degree in Occupational Safety, Environmental Health & Safety, Industrial Hygiene, Safety Management or related field.
• First Aid/CPR/AED Instructor certification
• Current EMT certification
• OSHA 30-Hour General Industry certification
• Experience with OSHA recordkeeping and worker’s compensation administration.
• Experience conducting workplace accident investigations and root cause analysis.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred.

Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of OSHA safety standards and regulatory requirements
• Ability to communicate effectively with employees at all levels of the organization
• Strong organizational skills and time management skills
• Ability to prioritize multiple assignments in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to maintain professionalism and confidentiality

This job description is not a comprehensive list of duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee.  Management may change or add duties and responsibilities at any time without notice.