Safety Specialist at AbiMar Foods, Inc

Abilene, Texas, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

06 Oct, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

08 Jul, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Safety Monitoring, Recordkeeping, Safety Training, Hazard Recognition, Incident Case Management, Behavior Based Safety, Confined Space Safety, Regulatory Compliance, Microsoft Office, Data Analysis, Adaptability, Time Management, Prioritization, Communication, Problem Solving, Initiative

Industry

Food and Beverage Manufacturing

Description

Description We offer: *Longevity bonus * 401K after one year of employment * Paid time off (PTO) *7 Paid Holidays The Safety Specialist is responsible for assisting and organizing the administration and maintenance of safety/health and loss control programs, so as to minimize the frequency and severity of accidents and injuries. The Safety Specialist works with all departments on safety and loss prevention programs. This position has no supervisory responsibilities. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Establish safe practices in alignment with company commitments, policies, and compliance requirements. Drive continuous improvement in the facility's safety monitoring and recordkeeping systems to ensure compliance with all AbiMar policies and federal regulatory requirements. Evaluate and determine appropriate proactive safety strategies for projects that may have an impact on existing facilities or employees. Develop action plans for safety activities, coordinate plant Safety Squad team, perform follow-up on these activities, and report status to the EHS Manager. Conduct safety training for all plant personnel (Behavior Based Safety, Confined Space, Incident Case Management, Hazard Recognition, others as needed). Ensure compliance with all safety policies, procedures, and programs. Serve as training expert for all AbiMar Safety related training. Responsible for maintaining a clean and safe work area at all times Communicate effectively (verbal and written) with all contacts Accept and adapt easily to change Ensure that all activities are consistent with Company Mission Statement Operate job-related equipment with or without an accommodation Meet physical demands of job with or without an accommodation Perform other duties as assigned Requirements To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function and assigned task satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, competency, and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Experience Bachelor's degree preferred and/or a combination of education and relevant experience 3 or more years of experience in a safety role, manufacturing setting preferred. Working knowledge of state and federal safety laws. Medium knowledge of environmental regulations. Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint). Ability to use a variety of software applications to analyze, monitor data, conduct reports, and presentations. Prior Safety Specific Training (OSHA 30 Hour, Confined Space, etc.). Skills/Capabilities Adaptability, Development of ourselves and others, Sustainable Vision, Innovation with Value, Achievement-driven Inspiration, Borderless Mindset, Passion for the customer and the consumer and Sense of Community. Ability to adapt promptly to any change in working conditions and to get problems resolved without delay. Ability to perform excellently even when under pressure Ability to handle several tasks simultaneously and effectively. Ability to take initiative, including asking for and offering help when needed, and perform work independently without being prompted Ability to manage competing priorities, prioritize and plan work activities, use time efficiently, and work within deadlines

Responsibilities

The Safety Specialist administers safety, health, and loss control programs to minimize workplace accidents and injuries. They are responsible for conducting safety training, ensuring regulatory compliance, and driving continuous improvement in safety monitoring systems.