Distribution Center Safety Specialist

Whole Foods•Vernon, CA

37d•$29 - $50

About The Position

Performs functions related to Whole Foods Market safety procedures and policies, as well as governmental regulatory compliance, including but not limited to the maintenance and updating of safe practices, policies and procedures as they relate to the Distribution. This Team Member will be required to become educated with all applicable local, state and federal regulatory procedures including state and federal DOT regulations, Good Organic Standards, and OSHA.

Requirements

Solid administrative and data entry skills
Exceptional knowledge of excel and other office programs
Exceptional ability to multi-task and prioritize
Ability to perform physical requirements of position
Ability to deliver information in a clear and concise manner to fellow team members and customers
Ability to comply with all WFM policies and procedures
Meets all customer service expectations and standards in all interactions with customers, vendors and fellow team members
Ability to complete all tasks in a thorough and timely manner
Working understanding of and compliance with all WFM quality goals, and thorough product knowledge
Demonstrates responsibility and accountability in recognizing and accomplishing all tasks where there is a direct job responsibility
High attention to detail and thoroughness in approach with all paperwork
Able to work a flexible schedule based on the needs of the facility, including nights, weekends and holidays as required

Nice To Haves

4 year degree in food safety preferred

Responsibilities

Assume point for maintenance repairs of equipment in both facilities and ensure continual equipment support and maintenance.
Responsible for ensuring all programs and equipment are for safe working conditions and are constantly addressing Team Member safety, compliance and sanitation including food safety.
Develop training programs to support the DC.
Partner with the Regional Safety Specialist to ensure all programs, trainings and compliance are being met.
Order and distribute needed safety and PPE equipment for facility.
Set up DC safety committee and meetings.
Establish and maintain all training programs in accordance to facility Illness and injury Prevention Plan (IIPP) and facility powered equipment.
Safe Lifting - source and establish training materials.
Act as liaison between facility and RSS.
Have a complete understanding of following bodies of regulation, requirements and necessary information are being maintained and communicated through the facility.
Required to ensure training in these areas, updating information, continual personal and facility education and preparation for ensuring the current facility and any future facilities are meeting standards.