Safety Specialist

New York Ag Connection; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 64,000 - 79,000; Full time

Job summary

Lactalis USA in Buffalo, NY is hiring a Safety Specialist to support plant safety programs, protect employee health, and ensure regulatory compliance. You will work with the Safety Manager to implement initiatives and drive continuous improvement.

Required are 3+ years in safety, knowledge of OSHA standards, and a degree in occupational safety or related field; certifications are preferred. Bilingual abilities (Spanish, Arabic) are a plus, and travel may be required.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in safety, preferably in manufacturing.
• Certification in safety or industrial hygiene preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in occupational safety or related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in implementing the plant's safety program.
• Conduct safety assessments and develop action plans.
• Lead safety committee activities and follow up.
• Review policies with department managers.
• Support 5S and lockout/tagout initiatives.

Skills

Safety awareness

Communication skills

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Bilingual (Spanish/Arabic)

Education

Bachelor’s degree in occupational safety

Safety/industrial hygiene certification

Job description

Description

Ready for more than just a job? Build a career with purpose.

At Lactalis in the USA, we’re committed to providing meaningful opportunities for our people to learn, grow, and thrive whether you’re just starting your journey with us or looking to take the next step in your career. From day one, we offer the tools and support to help you succeed.

As the world leader in dairy, Lactalis is a family-owned company with over 85,000 pragmatic and ambitious professionals across the globe. Each day, we’re proud to produce award-winning dairy products that bring people together.

In the US, we proudly offer an unrivaled house of beloved brands, including Galbani Italian cheeses and ricotta, Prsident specialty cheeses and butters, Kraft natural and grated cheeses, Breakstone’s cottage cheese, Cracker Barrel, Black Diamond cheddar, and Parmalat milk. Our yogurt portfolio includes siggi’s, Stonyfield Organic, Brown Cow , Oui, Yoplait, Go-Gurt, :ratio, Green Mountain Creamery, and Mountain High, along with a growing family of ethnic favorites like Karoun, Gopi, and Arz.

At Lactalis, we live by our core values Ambition, Engagement, and Simplicity. We foster a workplace where innovation thrives, diverse perspectives are celebrated, and everyone’s unique background and ideas are valued.

Even if you don’t meet every qualification, we encourage you to apply. We want to hear about your PASSION, your STORY, and how your EXPERTISE can help us shape the future of dairy.

From your PASSION to ours:

Lactalis USA, part of the Lactalis family of companies, is currently hiring a Safety Specialist based in Buffalo, New York.

Summary

Assist in implementing the safety programs at the plant to preserve employee health and safety, to reduce workplace incidents, and to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist in implementing the plant's safety program.
• Demonstrate a commitment to a safe working environment that promotes employee health and well-being.
• Participate in safety committee efforts, be active in meetings, and provide follow-up.
• Conduct daily, weekly, and monthly safety assessments and prepare action plans.
• Review safety policies and procedures with department managers.
• Develop and implement property loss prevention plans.
• Help in creating and maintaining lockout / tagout placards.
• Lead and implement 5S at the facility.
• Aid with safety improvement projects and implement corrective actions.
• Use provided tools such as a computer and phone to fulfill responsibilities.
• Action duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Safety Manager.
• Travel and/or extended or off-work hours may be needed.
• Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential duties and responsibilities.

Education & Experience

3+ years of experience in the safety field, preferably in the manufacturing sector.

Certification in safety, industrial hygiene, or a similar area is preferred.

Bachelor’s degree in occupational safety or a related field is preferred.

Specialized Knowledge

Regulatory compliance: Knowledge of OSHA standards and regulations.

Ability in developing, implementing, and supporting safety programs.

Knowledge of emergency response procedures and crisis management.

Property loss prevention.

5S Lean methodology.

Lockout / tagout.

Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment.

Skills & Abilities

Strong attention to detail and accuracy; dependable and able to work well in a team environment.

Excellent interpersonal skills.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously.

Awareness of industrial hygiene principles.

Familiarity with equipment and tools relevant to safety inspections and assessments.

Bilingual skills are helpful (Spanish, Arabic).

Dedicated commitment to continuous improvement in safety performance and processes.

At Lactalis, we offer a comprehensive Total Rewards Program with a variety of affordable benefits and coverage options. We support insurance costs significantly, contribute generously to retirement plans, and offer Paid Time Off from day one. We are committed to your professional growth, providing training and development opportunities, including Education Reimbursement. Join us and grow your career.

Lactalis is an equal employment opportunity employer. We will not discriminate against applicants with regard to any legally-recognized basis including, but not limited to: veteran status, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, and physical or mental disabilities. Further, any division of the Company that is an Aff

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$64,000 - $79,000