Safety Specialist

Ambassador Meat Distributors; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Ambassador Meat Distributors in Kansas City, MO is seeking an onsite Safety Specialist to organize annual safety training, develop safety plans, and ensure GMP compliance across the facility. The role includes analyzing positions for PPE, performing daily safety inspections, and coordinating emergency response training.

Bilingual English/Spanish communication is a plus to support all staff. The ideal candidate will multitask in a fast-paced environment, work independently, and collaborate with a

Qualifications

• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively.
• Strong teamwork and collaborative skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Bilingual English/Spanish communication skills.
• Familiarity with PPE, safety gear, and GMP practices.

Responsibilities

• Organize and manage annual Safety training.
• Develop and implement safety plans, policies, and GMP-compliant programs.
• Create job analyses to determine PPE and physical requirements.
• Conduct daily safety walks to enforce PPE and GMP compliance.
• Handle accident reporting and prevention strategies; work with workers' comp as needed.
• Assist in OSHA logs and regulatory forms/processes.
• Prepare data for the safety committee and update accident analyses.
• Respond to employee safety queries regarding conditions and PPE.

Skills

Multitasking

Independent work

Team player

MS Office

Bilingual EN/ES

PPE & safety gear knowledge

Job description

Ambassador Meat Distributors is a further processed protein company located in Kansas City, MO. The family owned company was founded in 1972 and has a rich background in both raw processed and traditional fully sous vide cooked proteins. We are currently looking to hire an onsite Safety Specialist. Duties

• Organize, conduct, and manage annual Safety training.
• Assist in developing and implementing safety plans, policies, and developing programs that ensure safe working conditions.
• Create job analysis of each position within the facility to determine necessary safety gear and physical requirements.
• Perform a daily walk thru in Production to observe employees and ensure they are wearing proper PPE / food safety gear and following GMPs; inspect company equipment and property to ensure compliance with safety standards.
• Handle accident reports, make sure records are properly filed, and identify strategies for preventing future accidents.
• Assist in reporting and managing injuries to worker's comp carrier.
• Assist in managing OSHA logs and other regulatory forms and processes.
• Responsible for gathering information/data for the safety committee and creating/updating ongoing Accident Analysis report to minimize/eliminate workplace accidents.
• Responds to hourly employee questions pertaining to topics that include but are not limited to: working conditions, Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), etc.
• Replenish orders for employee protective equipment such as safety goggles or other gear.
• Coordinate and participate in Safety Committee meetings.
• Assist in Emergency Response Training, evacuation management and emergency procedures.
• Maintain First Aid certification and function as an active first aid responder and assist in First Aid training program management.
• Communicate and translate correspondence and training between English and Spanish.
• Performs other duties, as needed.

Job requirements

• Ability To Multitask,
• Ability To Work Independently in Fast-Paced Work Environments.,
• Goal-Oriented, Highly Motivated, Team Player
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite
• Willing to work in cold/wet environment
• Ability to move throughout facility as required to conduct safety inspection.
• Must be able to lift up to 25 lbs at a time