Safety and Health Specialist

Safety and Health Specialist

General

Summary:

This position will be responsible for providing guidance, direction and leadership to the site’s safety process. At Pilgrim’s, Safety Is A Condition, which means the safety of our team members comes first - always.

• Investigate all near misses, first aid cases, recordables, lost day injuries, and vehicular accidents within 24 hours, as well as track closure on all recommendations.
• Spend time being visible in the processing plant and other site locations.
• Conduct periodic safety and health audits and track findings to ensure closure.
• Conduct authorized training for the following topics:
  Powered Industrial Trucks, Lockout Tagout, Fall Protection, Respiratory Protection, Confined Space Entry, and other topics as assigned.
• Enter information into accident, training completion and corrective action databases accurately and in a timely manner.
• Provide training support to the organization and ensure that all required monthly training is completed as scheduled.

• At least three years of directly related experience in an industrial environment.
• Ability to accurately record and communicate safety incidences to complex management.
• Must have a solid knowledge of OSHA and safety regulations.
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office Suite; SAP experience a plus.
• Bi-lingual (English/Spanish) strongly preferred.
• Must be able to work varying shifts and weekends as needed.

Bachelor's Degree in related field of study or experience in lieu of degree.

• Schedule:
  
  Monday-Friday with occasional weekends and holidays.
• Vision, Medical, and Dental coverage begin after 60 days of employment.
• Paid Time Off: vacation, company-observed holidays or any other statutorily required paid leave.
• 401(k): company match begins after the first year of service and follows the company vesting schedule.
• Career Development: offering continuous learning opportunities and a focus on career growth through various learning and development programs.

E-Equal Employment Opportunity: EOE, including disability/vets.