Safety Coordinator

Western Smokehouse Partners, LLC; Mexico (MO); Vor Ort; USD 55.000 - 85.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Western Smokehouse Partners is seeking a Safety Coordinator to enforce the company’s Health and Safety vision across its facilities in the United States. You will develop and deliver training, conduct audits, and lead investigations to identify root causes.

This role partners with site operations to improve safety culture, maintain records, and coordinate emergency drills. Strong communication and problem-solving are essential, with forklift and first aid certifications considered a plus.

Qualifikationen

• Minimum background in safety management and regulatory compliance.
• Experience with audits, hazard analyses, and incident investigations.
• Excellent communication and training delivery skills.
• Forklift, motorized pallet jack, and scissor lift certification is preferred.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and safety reporting tools.

Aufgaben

• Maintain a multi-site safety program across facilities.
• Develop and deliver safety training for all employees.
• Lead safety audits and inspections to identify hazards.
• Investigate accidents and near-miss incidents and coordinate corrective actions.
• Maintain records of inspections, incidents and training activities.
• Hold Safety Committee meetings and promote safety culture.

Kenntnisse

Safety management

Regulatory compliance

Communication

Problem-solving

Training delivery

Ausbildung

Occupational safety certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Safety reporting software

Jobbeschreibung

Join the TEAM at Western Smokehouse Partners!We’re more than just a leader in the better-for-you meat snack industry-we’re a team driven by quality, innovation and a passion for great meat sticks and jerky. With eight facilities across five states, we’re setting the standard in excellence for our co-manufacturing and private label customers. As we continue to grow, we’re looking for highly motivated individuals who want to be part of an industry-leading company that values contribution, collaboration, and continuous improvement. Western Smokehouse Partners is looking for a Safety Coordinator.The Safety Coordinator is responsible for enforcing the company’s Health and Safety vision. This includes but is not limited to conducting employee training, auditing the workplace to ensure regulatory/ company compliance, investigating accidents, holding safety meetings and coordinating emergency response drills. This position will report directly to the Senior Safety Manager and work closely with site operations to establish positive partnerships, improve employee buy-in and the adoption of the company’s safety vision. The Safety Coordinator will support our mission to reduce or eliminate accidents by freeing our workplaces of recognized hazards, encourage safe work behaviors, promote a culture that values and strives for safety excellence.Job Duties:Responsible for maintaining a multi-site program.Implement company safety programs, policies, and procedures.Promote and implement safety goals and strategies that are in line with corporate (KPI’s).Locally lead behavior-based safety initiatives to improve culture and reduce accidents.Conduct regular safety audits and inspections to identify hazards requiring improvement.Conduct hazard assessments in areas such as confined spaces, personal protective equipment, and Job hazard analysis to identify the exposures that exist in the workplace.Develop and deliver safety training for all employees, including new hire orientation and ongoing refresher training.Lead in the investigation of accidents and near-miss incidents, identifying root causes and coordinating corrective actions.Maintain accurate records of safety inspections, incidents, and training activities.Hold Safety Committee meetings to support employee involvement in safety.Experience:Background in safety management, with a strong understanding of safety regulations and best practices.Food processing experienceIndustrial equipment certified/Training experience - Forklifts, motorized pallet jacks, and scissor lifts.First Aid, CPR and AED certifiedSkills:Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills.Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and other relevant software.Ability to work independently and as part of a team.If you’re looking for a workplace where you’re valued, supported, and where you’ll be a part of a team that’s shaping the future of meat snacks, we’d love to have you join us!