Safety Supervisor for Nights

Southern Hens, Inc.; Moselle (MS); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Southern Hens, Inc. is seeking a Safety Supervisor for its Moselle, MS plant. This full-time, on-site role oversees safety across operations, conducts audits and hazard assessments, and leads training sessions to foster a culture of safety.

The position requires strong communication, documentation, and collaboration with multiple teams to implement corrective actions and continuous improvement initiatives. The ideal candidate will have OSHA-related credentials and a background in poultry

Qualifications

• Knowledge of OSHA standards and best practices for industrial or food processing environments.
• Experience conducting safety audits, inspections, incidents investigations, and root cause analyses.
• Ability to develop and deliver safety training programs and toolbox talks.
• Strong written and verbal communication with attention to detail.
• Ability to collaborate with cross‑functional teams and influence safe behaviors.
• Experience in poultry processing or food manufacturing is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee safety across poultry processing operations to ensure OSHA compliance.
• Conduct inspections, audits, and hazard assessments; lead incident investigations.
• Lead safety trainings and toolbox talks; maintain records and documentation.
• Investigate incidents and near misses; recommend corrective actions.
• Collaborate with operations, maintenance and HR to promote safety culture.
• Support emergency response procedures and monitor safety metrics.
• Assist with continuous improvement initiatives related to worker safety.

Skills

OSHA standards

Safety audits

Safety training

Documentation

Cross-functional collaboration

Ergonomics

Data tracking

Poultry processing preferred

EMT or safety degree

Education

EMT certification

Associate or bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety, Industrial Hygiene, Environmental Health

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Company Description

Southern Hens, Inc., incorporated in 1992, is a fully integrated poultry processing company specializing in the processing and distribution of fresh and frozen poultry products. The organization supports a wide range of functions, from accounting and human resources to plant operations and logistics. Southern Hens values team members from diverse backgrounds and skill sets and is committed to fostering a collaborative, inclusive work environment. The company focuses on providing meaningful opportunities for growth and advancement, encouraging continuous learning and professional development. Applicants can expect a stable, team-oriented workplace with a strong emphasis on safety and quality.

Role Description

The Safety Supervisor is a full-time, on-site role based in Moselle, MS, responsible for overseeing and reinforcing workplace safety across poultry processing operations. This position monitors daily plant activities to ensure compliance with safety policies, OSHA regulations, and company standards, including conducting regular inspections, audits, and hazard assessments. The Safety Supervisor leads safety training sessions, maintains documentation, investigates incidents and near‑misses, and recommends corrective actions to prevent recurrence. This role collaborates closely with operations, maintenance, and human resources to promote a culture of safety, supports emergency response procedures, and tracks safety performance metrics. The Safety Supervisor also assists with the implementation of continuous improvement initiatives related to worker safety, ergonomics, and risk reduction.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated knowledge of workplace safety regulations, including OSHA standards and best practices for industrial or food processing environments.
• Experience conducting safety audits, inspections, incident investigations, and root cause analyses in a manufacturing or production setting.
• Ability to develop and deliver safety training programs, toolbox talks, and orientation sessions to team members at all organizational levels.
• Strong skills in written and verbal communication, documentation, and report writing, with attention to detail and accuracy.
• Proven capability to collaborate with cross‑functional teams, influence safe behaviors, and build a positive safety culture.
• Competence in using basic computer applications (e.g., email, word processing, spreadsheets) to manage records, reports, and safety data.
• Prior experience in poultry processing, food manufacturing, or industrial operations is preferred.
• EMT certified or Associate or bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety, Industrial Hygiene, Environmental Health, or a related field, or equivalent relevant experience.
• Professional safety certifications (e.g., OSHA 30-Hour, CSP, CHST) are an advantage.
• Ability to work on-site in Moselle, MS, including standing, walking, and working in production areas and varying environmental conditions as required. Dr