Safety Technician II

Blount Fine Foods; Fall River (MA); On-site; USD 26,174 - 26,835; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision benefits

401k with Company match

Paid time off including vacation, sick time and holidays

Education Assistance Program

Job summary

Blount Fine Foods in Fall River, Massachusetts is seeking a committed individual for a lead role in Environmental, Health and Safety programs. You will work under the Safety Supervisor to ensure compliance with safety standards and promote positive safety behaviors.

The ideal candidate should have strong communication skills, a preferred Associate’s Degree, and familiarity with OSHA regulations. Benefits include medical, dental, vision coverage, 401k matching, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Experience in Environmental, Health and Safety programs.
• Knowledge of OSHA regulations.
• Ability to identify hazards and suggest solutions.

Responsibilities

• Observe and comply with safety rules.
• Conduct inspections and assessments.
• Educate personnel in safe work practices.

Skills

Strong communication skills; written and verbal

Business understanding of manufacturing processes

Bilingual in Spanish

Education

Associate’s Degree preferred

High School minimum

30-hour OSHA card

Tools

Database software

Project Management software

Spreadsheet software

Word Processing software

Job description

Bringing our love of food to families for five generations! Blount Fine Foods is a family‑owned and operated manufacturer, marketer, and developer of premium fresh prepared foods. We are an engaging team, bringing restaurant‑quality products to America including single‑serve grab‑n‑go fresh soups, mac & cheese, and entrées in grocery stores across the country, as well as for hot bars and restaurants. Help us create the finest food experiences including those with specialty certifications such as organic, gluten‑free, and low sodium. Join a proven team for growth, success, and a satisfying career.

The pay range for this job is $19.00 to $19.48 per hour.

Summary

While reporting to the Safety Supervisor, this position takes a lead role in the overall awareness, delivery and commitment to corporate Environmental, Health and Safety programs.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Responsible for observing and complying with all safety and department rules, including accountability of required personal safety equipment.
• Performs a variety of administrative, technical, and professional work, in analyzing, administering and sustaining departmental led programs.
• Improve workplace safety by recognizing, evaluating and controlling potentially hazardous conditions.
• Ensure compliance with all OSHA, State and Local codes.
• Strong communication skills; written and verbal.
• Possess a business understanding of manufacturing processes.
• Educate, monitor, and train personnel in safe work practices.
• Identify common workplace health and safety concerns; suggest solutions.
• Conducts inspections and assessments.
• Participate in Safety initiatives.
• Foster a positive behavior based work culture.
• Inspect and evaluate workplace to ensure that they follow safety standards and government regulations.
• Demonstrate the correct use of safety equipment and practices; assist operators as necessary to help prevent injuries.
• Performs a variety of tasks as needed.
• Works under general supervision.

Education And/or Experience

• Associate’s Degree preferred, High School minimum. General Industry 30 hour OSHA card a plus.
• Strong communication skills; written and verbal.
• Bilingual in Spanish preferred.
• Possess a business understanding of manufacturing processes.
• To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of Database software; Internet software; Project Management software; Spreadsheet software and Word Processing software.

We offer

• Medical, dental and vision benefits
• 401k with Company match
• Paid time off including vacation, sick time and holidays
• Education Assistance Program