SAFETY & HEALTH SPECIALIST 2ND SHIFT

Pilgrim's Pride Corp; Russellville (AL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Environmental Health & Safety professional who will play a crucial role in enhancing workplace safety and health standards. In this dynamic position, you will assist in managing accident and illness programs, conduct hazard analyses, and ensure compliance with safety regulations. Your expertise will guide management in implementing effective safety systems and training programs, while also maintaining records and investigating incidents. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to a safe working environment in a fast-paced setting, where your skills will directly impact employee well-being and operational excellence.

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience in poultry or meat processing preferred.
• Certified Safety Professional preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in handling accident and illness programs and conduct hazard analyses.
• Conduct safety inspections and maintain accident record systems.
• Ensure compliance with safety laws and company policies.

Skills

Verbal Communication

Written Communication

Hazard Analysis

Safety Training

Accident Investigation

Education

College Degree

Job description

Environmental Health & Safety

Location: Russellville, Alabama

Responsibilities:

• Assist in the handling of the accident and illness program. Conduct hazard and risk analyses. Ensure that all occupational safety and health tasks are completed as scheduled and required.
• Assist in submitting regular reports on the status of safety and health to senior management. Must be able to work with management and help them understand the various roles and activities in the safety and health management system. Assist as needed with Workers' Compensation Program (Partners Protection Program).
• Act as advisor to senior management, supervisors, and Occupational Health Department when needed. Work with Plant Safety Committee. Assist with implementation of new safety and health management systems.
• Maintain and track the accident record system, investigate accidents and check on corrective measures that are recommended to prevent reoccurrence.
• Conduct monthly supervisor safety training classes (train the trainer) as well as supervise departmental monthly safety and health training. Initiate activities that stimulate and maintain employee interest in safety and health.
• Conduct weekly plant safety inspections. Make daily plant inspections to uncover unsafe work practices and conditions before they cause accidents. Assist in management of exposure control program, hazard communication program, respiratory protection program, and hearing conservation program.
• Ensure compliance with all state and federal laws and company policies on industrial safety and health.
• Assist the complex safety manager and management team in setting standards for personal protective equipment and machine guarding. Work with the Occupational Health Department to help develop our ergonomics program.
• Assist in approving designs for new and modified equipment and inspect such equipment before putting into operation.
• Other duties as assigned.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• Certified Safety Professional preferred
• Minimum of five years related experience in poultry or meat processing plant
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Must be able to work in adverse conditions
• Must be able to work flexible days/hours when needed

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

College degree required. Directly related experience may be substituted for degree requirements.