Safety Technician 1st Shift

Responsibilities

• Investigate and document incidents
• Provide guidance for a variety of safety issues
• Work with management to identify potential problems, develop effective safety practices and procedures
• Maintain knowledge of, and ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws
• Ensure full compliance with OSHA regulations and industry specific safety requirements
• Partner with shift management to advise on preventive or corrective measures relating to process, machinery, layout, and / or personal protective equipment
• Create and administer safety training classes as needed
• Prepare and present company safety performance reports
• Conduct area hazard analysis and subsequent work orders
• Maintain a strong safety presence on the production floor
• Perform other duties as needed or required

Qualifications

• Must be able to operate independently and be self-motivated
• Be able to facilitate meetings, be comfortable with public speaking and have excellent written and oral communication skills
• Demonstrate excellence in attendance, punctuality, have a clean safety record and prior operations-based Safety Management is preferred
• Bilingual skills are preferred and must have excellent computer skills including Microsoft Office
• Knowledge of 29 CFR 1910 General Industry is preferred
• Be physically able to bend, walk, lift up to 50 lbs., and stand for extensive periods of time
• Experience leading teams or people and prior management or supervisory experience is preferred
• Willingness to work flexible hours to provide support while working occasional overtime, including weekends, and to attend classes or training as needed
• Ability to travel unrestricted domestically and have independent and reliable transportation

Benefits And Pay

• Health insurance including three health care options (including HSA)
• Two Dental Insurance Options
• Two Vision Options
• 401K plan with company match
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Competitive hourly wage
• Monday-Friday with some weekend work
• On-the-job training provided
• Discounts on company products in our employee store
• Opportunity to gain experience in the food processing industry
• The Safety Technician position earns competitive pay of $24.67 per hour

About the role

Indiana Packers is seeking reliable, hardworking individuals to join our team as a Safety Technician. The Safety Technician will champion a positive culture of safety, promote safety awareness, and continue to educate team members on safety. This position will also partner with our management team to oversee the company's safety programs.

Schedule

This position is for 8-10 hours a day, including overtime and weekends as needed. The shift hours for this position are from 6:00 am to 3:30 pm.