Safety Specialist

The Wonderful Company; Gloucester City (NJ); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated safety and security specialist. This role focuses on minimizing workplace incidents and health exposures through effective procedures and collaboration with the EHS Supervisor. You will investigate incidents, support safety training, and ensure compliance with OSHA regulations. With a competitive benefits package and opportunities for growth, this position offers a chance to make a real impact in a dynamic environment. If you are passionate about safety and have strong communication skills, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Medical, Vision, Dental insurance

401k

Education Reimbursement Program

Paid sick, vacation, and holiday time

Wonderful Giving program

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required, AA/AS preferred.
• Effective communication skills in English and Spanish.
• Understanding of packinghouse/warehouse processes.

Responsibilities

• Investigate work-related injuries and notify leadership.
• Conduct safety audits and develop corrective actions.
• Support safety training programs and certification processes.

Skills

Verbal and written communication skills

Observational and analytical skills

Knowledge of OSHA regulations

Planning and task management

Relationship building

Education

High School Diploma

Associate's Degree (AA/AS) Preferred

Tools

MS Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook)

Job description

Overview:

To serve as the area specialist in safety and security by developing and carrying out procedures in collaboration with the direction of the EHS Supervisor that will effectively control incident rates and health exposures in the company and minimize overall work related and site incidents.

2nd shift: 5pm-1:30am + OT as needed

Here's what you'll do:

• Responds to and investigates work related injuries. Notifies leadership of pertinent details

• Guides and assists plant personnel with all levels of safety and health opportunities

• Reviews facility incident trends and makes recommendations for implementation of corrections

• Supports internal forklift and aerial lift certification processes

• Supports various safety training programs

• Validates incident report information for accuracy and completeness

• Investigates incidents with cross functional team members to determine root cause and effective corrective actions

• Monitors safety programs, policies, and procedures that meet OSHA and other applicable laws and regulations

• Assists with the development and execution of programs as listed above

• Conducts scheduled audits to determine workplace hazards and assists in development of corrective actions

• Conducts exterior security patrols

• Perform and document security equipment inspections as assigned

• Respond to calls for service including alarm and incident response as well as routine calls for service such as locking and unlocking doors

• Maintains a complete understanding of site emergency procedures

• Report security activities and make necessary adjustments and/or recommend improvements

• Participate in daily pass-downs to next shift

• Support special events with traffic control or other necessary Security items

• All other duties as assigned by the Safety Supervisor.

Qualifications

Here's what you'll bring to the table:

• High School Diploma required. (AA/AS Preferred)

• Effective verbal and written communications skills in English and Spanish

• Proficiency in computer usage, email, MS Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook)

• Understanding of packinghouse/warehouse processes and flow operations

• Well-developed observational and analytical skills

• Able to work flexible schedules/shifts as needed for 7-day operation

• Proven skills for planning daily/weekly tasks and adapting to competing demands

• Strong skills developing relationships across all levels and functions

• Knowledgeable in the application of OSHA regulations

• Knowledgeable of the worker’s compensation process

• Experience in administering personnel policies and procedures

• Must project a positive and professional image

• Communicate effectively orally and in writing

• Must be able to make decisions within scope of job

• Be readily receptive of additional training for the broadening of skills

• Must be able to work autonomously within scope of job duties

Additional Information

Wonderful's dedication to you:

• Competitive benefits package including Medical, Vision, Dental, 401k
• Continued training and generous Education Reimbursement Program
• Paid sick, vacation and holiday time
• Wonderful Giving (www.wonderfulgiving.com) -- allowing you to donate company money to a cause of your choice

Why Choose Wonderful?

Wonderful Citrus is part of The Wonderful Company, a privately held$6 billionglobal company dedicated to harvesting health and happiness around the world. Its iconic brands include FIJI Water, POM Wonderful, Wonderful Pistachios, Wonderful Halos, Wonderful Seedless Lemons, Teleflora, and JUSTIN and Lewis Cellars wines. The Wonderful Company’s connection to consumers has health at its heart and giving back in its DNA.

To learn more about The Wonderful Company, its products, and its core values, please visitwonderful.com, or follow The Wonderful Company onLinkedIn,Facebook, andInstagram. To learn more about the company’s corporate social responsibility impact, visitcsr.wonderful.com.

Wonderful Citrus and The Wonderful Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer and with opportunities for advancement. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories.

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