Plant Nurse (Night Shift)

Koch Foods; Midway (GA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

401k Savings Plan

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Short-Term Disability Insurance

Long-Term Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Job summary

Koch Foods in Midway, GA is seeking an Occupational Health professional to provide medical care, support Safety Managers, and coordinate pre-employment health services. The role emphasizes confidentiality, OSHA knowledge, and strong interpersonal communication.

The candidate should have an LPN license or equivalent, COHN certification (or willingness to obtain), and prior occupational health experience. This on-site position offers comprehensive benefits and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Must hold an active LPN license or equivalent (EMT/Paramedic).
• COHN certification or willingness to obtain is required.
• Occupational health experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide medical care ranging from minor incidents to acting as a first responder.
• Support Safety Managers in coordinating and managing health services.
• Maintain workers compensation information and schedule doctor visits.
• Coordinate pre-employment physicals and drug testing.
• Develop and implement employee health and wellness programs.
• Maintain relationship with local occupational health clinic.
• Manage hearing conservation and safety training programs.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Confidentiality

Education

LPN license

COHN certification

EMT/Paramedic license

Job description

Job DescriptionShift

2nd Shift

Description

• Provide medical care ranging from minor incidents to acting as a first responder.
• Support and assist Safety Managers in coordinating and managing health services.
• Maintain workers compensation information for claims, and help schedule doctor visits and transportation.
• Coordinate and perform pre-employment physicals and drug testing (post-offer, accident, and random).
• Develop and implement employee health and wellness programs such as health assessments, immunization programs, medical care, wellness education, counseling, etc.
• Maintain active and positive ongoing relationship with local occupational health clinic.
• Manage hearing conservation, heat stress, respiratory protection and ergonomics programs including development and delivery of employee training.
• All other relevant duties to the job.

Requirements

• Current Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) required OR Certified EMT, Paramedic, etc.
• Certified Occupational Health Nurse (COHN) certification or willingness to obtain.
• Prior occupational health experience within a similar environment preferred.
• Certified Occupational Health Nurse (COHN) certification or willingness to obtain.
• Ability to ensure confidentiality of employee health information.
• Knowledge of OSHA, ADA, FMLA regulations.
• Excellent customer service, communication and interpersonal skills.

Physical Requirements

• Frequent utilization of office equipment and/or computers.
• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs.
• Exposure to noise (>85 decibels), CO2, and moving production lines.
• Possible exposure to heat (99°F, 37°C) and cold (45°F, 4°C).
• Possible exposure to wet and cold environment.
• Work around live and/or raw animal odors.

Benefits Information

• Benefits Eligibility Varies
• Paid Time Off
• 401k Savings Plan
• Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• FREE $25,000 life insurance policy with additional life insurance programs available
• Company Sponsored Purchasing Program
• Perks & Bonuses: On-the-Job Training Provided Weekly Pay Check Promotional Career Opportunities
• All required Personal Protection Equipment is provided
• Company Cook-Outs, Safety Rewards, Giveaways, etc.
• Come be a part of a Family Oriented Company that offers so much more!