SAFETY & HEALTH SPECIALIST

JBS Foods; Douglas (GA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Pilgrim’s in Georgia is seeking a Safety and Health Specialist to lead the site's safety program, influence training, and drive continuous improvement. You will be responsible for guiding safety processes, coaching teams, and ensuring compliance with regulations.

Key duties include investigating incidents, conducting audits, and maintaining accurate records in safety databases. The role requires bilingual English/Spanish and the ability to work third shift to support plant operations.

Qualifications

• At least three years of directly related experience in an industrial environment.
• Solid knowledge of OSHA and safety regulations.
• Bachelor's Degree in related field of study.
• Bi-lingual (English/Spanish) strongly preferred.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Investigate all near misses, first aid cases, recordables, lost day injuries, and vehicular accidents within 24 hours.
• Be visible in the processing plant and other site locations.
• Conduct periodic safety and health audits and track findings to ensure closure.
• Enter information into accident, training completion and corrective action databases accurately.
• Provide training support and ensure monthly training is completed.
• Position is on third shift.

Skills

OSHA knowledge

Microsoft Office

Bilingual English/Spanish

Safety incident reporting

Shift flexibility

Education

Bachelor's Degree in related field

Tools

SAP

Job description

Description

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.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• 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.
• Sanitation background preferred
• Position is on third shift

BASIC SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS:

• 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

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Bachelor's Degree in related field of study

EOE/Vet/Disabled