ASSISTANT SAFETY MANAGER

Pilgrim; Greeley (CO); On-site; USD 78,000 - 99,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vision, Medical, and Dental coverage

Paid Time off

401(k) with company match

Annual bonus potential

Job summary

Pilgrim is seeking a Safety Specialist to ensure compliance with HazCom, confined space, PPE, Lockout/Tagout, electrical safety, emergency action, hazmat, fire prevention, industrial hygiene, machine guarding and fall protection. You will identify hazards, conduct on-site inspections, audit safe practices, and assist in new employee orientation and annual training.

You will investigate injuries and near misses with the Safety Manager and ensure contractors comply with company safety

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in safety-related field preferred; experience may substitute.
• Knowledge of government safety regulations; ability to communicate with agencies.
• Strong verbal and written communication and analytical skills.
• MS Office and Outlook proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and audit workplace safety across multiple regulatory areas.
• Identify hazardous conditions and coordinate on-site safety inspections.
• Assist with safety training for new hires and annual programs.
• Support investigations of injuries and near misses with the Safety Manager.
• Ensure contractors comply with company safety policies.
• Update safety regulations and communicate health and safety guidelines.
• Support ergonomic and safety committee activities.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the Safety Manager.

Skills

Strong communication

MS Office

Analytical skills

Ability to work in fast-paced

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Safety Engineering, Industrial Technology or related field

Tools

MS Office

Outlook

Job description

• Maintain, implement and provide guidance on federal and state regulations covering hazardous chemical communication (HazCom), confined space entry, personal protective equipment, Lockout Tag‑out, electrical safety, emergency action including Hazmat, fire prevention, industrial hygiene, machine guarding, materials handling and storage, ladders and stairways, powered industrial trucks, welding and cutting, and fall protection.
• Identify and evaluate hazardous conditions and practices in the workplace, conduct and coordinate on‑site inspections to audit physical conditions and safe work practices.
• Assist in new employee orientation training and annual safety training.
• Assist supervisors in immediately investigation all injury accidents and near miss accidents during 2nd shift and report findings to the Safety Manager.
• Ensure that contractor personnel working on the property are in compliance with company policies and safety requirements.
• Monitor, revise, and implement ongoing updates in safety regulations, laws or reporting requirements.
• Participate in the development of safety guidelines and related health and safety communications and educational information.
• Facilitate ergonomic/safety committees as requested.
• Perform other duties or tasks as needed or assigned by the Safety Manager.

Qualifications:

• Preferred Bachelor’s Degree in Safety Engineering, Industrial Technology or related field. Previous experience with safety and health issues. Experience may substitute for Bachelor’s Degree.
• Knowledge in the application of government regulations in regard to general, chemical and construction safety. Able to communicate with local, state and federal regulatory agencies.
• Strong verbal, written, analytical, and persuasive skills and the ability to interact effectively with all levels of employees and management.
• Systems knowledge (MS Office, Outlook).
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment.

The applicant who fills this position will be eligible for the following compensation and benefits:

• Benefits: Vision, Medical, and Dental coverage begin after 60 days of employment;
• Paid Time off: sick leave, vacation and 6 company observed holidays;
• 401(k): eligible after the 1st day of employment including company match which begins after the first year of service and follows the company vesting schedule
• Base salary range of $78,320 - $98,625
• This position is eligible to participate in the Company’s annual bonus plan; the amount of bonus varies and is subject to the standard terms and conditions of the incentive program;

The company is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our team members and visitors. To assist in achieving that goal, we conduct a drug, alcohol and background checks for all new team members post‑offer and prior to the start of employment. The Immigration Reform and Control ACT requires that verification of employment eligibility be documented for all new employees by the end of the third day of work.