Safety Associate

Description

Starting Pay: $21.00 / hour

Additional $1.50 shift differential from 2:30p – 4:00a

Shift: 1st with Flexibility

Hours:

4:00 am – 12:30 pm

This full-time position is part of the EHS (Safety) Department at the Sidney, Ohio facility. Direction will be provided by the EHS (Safety) Manager. Additional support will be provided by the Manufacturing Manager and the site management team. Applicants are asked to include a resume for consideration when applying.

Schwan’s Company, a U.S. affiliate of the global lifestyle brand CJ Cheil Jedang Corporation, is a leader in manufacturing and marketing quality foods enjoyed nationwide. We have beloved brands like Red Baron®, Tony’s®, Big Daddy’s®, Villa Prima™ and Freschetta® pizzas; bibigo®, Pagoda® Asian-style snacks and we can’t forget Mrs. Smith’s® and Edwards® pies!We bring families and communities together through great food.

Join our team and see the opportunities are real, and the sky is the limit; this isn’t just a job, it’s a seat at the table

We offer eligible employees competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package designed to assist employees and their families with their financial security, health and well-being.

• Health, Life, Dental, and Vision Plans
• Earn up to 2 weeks paid time off during first year
• 401k with Company Match

• Inspect machinery processes and procedures to ensure good health and safety practices
• Work with contractors and ensure safety policies are followed
• Monitor the production line and check if workers follow safety rules
• Conduct daily safety training for new and current employees
• Conduct safety training on a regular basis (weekly, monthly, quarterly, yearly, etc)
• Conduct Environmental inspections as directed by EHS (Safety) Manager
• Carry out examinations of machinery, working environments and structures, taking measurements of noise, heat, and vibrations, and taking photographs and samples where necessary
• Ensure workers are provided with suitable protective equipment, such as ear protection or appropriate types of gloves and clothing
• Investigate procedures for working in hazardous environments or with potentially harmful substances
• Investigate accidents and complaints
• Report on results of inspections and investigations
• Participate as a member of the facility Confined Space Entry Team and Hazardous Materials Response Team
• Responsible to conduct yourself in a manner consistent with company mission, values, code of ethics, policies and other standards of conduct

• Education:
  
  High School Diploma
• Experience:
  
  Production experience preferred
• Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
  Intermediate personal computer skills including Microsoft Office. Strong communication skills and reasoning skills to provide a positive work environment. Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to learn and use safety computer system. Bilingual language skills are a plus.
• Perform all duties in compliance with existing USDA, OSHA, State, Federal, and company regulations, policies and procedures (including Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP's) and safety regulations)

• Stand and walk on concrete for long periods of time
• Work in a wide range of temperatures and conditions while being exposed to moving mechanical parts
• The use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is required, including but not limited to bump cap, safety glasses/goggles, ear plugs, hair and beard nets, gloves and safety shoes or rubber boots
• Conduct yourself in a manner consistent with the company mission, values, code of ethics, policies and other standards of conduct

The employing subsidiaries of Schwan’s Company are Equal Employment Opportunity Employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, age, race, color, religion, gender, vet status, national origin, or other protected classes.

Education:

High School diploma required

Years of Related

Experience:

Production experience preferred

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
Intermediate personal computer skills including Microsoft Office. Strong communication skills and reasoning skills to provide a positive work environment. Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.

This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications associated with the job. An individual must be able to perform all of the duties and responsibilities listed in a fully competent manner to be considered successful in the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential duties and responsibilities.