Health and Safety Assistant

Nature Fresh Farms Inc•Delta, OH

33d•Onsite

About The Position

Imagine breaking from tradition to ensure a brighter future for generations to come. At Nature Fresh Farms®, we’re committed to nourishing people and the planet through greenhouse farming. Since 1999, our family-owned company has pursued a simple yet profound goal: to cultivate a kinder, healthier future. Today, we’re proud to be one of North America’s largest vertically integrated leaders in greenhouse-grown produce. While we are growers, we are also greenhouse builders, plant nurturers, and collaborative partners united by shared values and vision. Our journey is far from over. As we look to the future, we remain committed to: Innovation and conservation Reducing waste and promoting biodiversity Creating a more sustainable, inclusive, and friendlier world for all 🌟 We’re Hiring! We are currently looking to fill a full-time position for a Health & Safety Assistant in our Health & Safety Department at our Delta facility.

Requirements

Minimum 1 year hands-on health and safety or leadership experience in either a production facility or agriculture are assets.
knowledge and understanding of OSHA purpose and health and safety
Knowledge of safety laws, health & safety best practices, workplace hazards and control measures
Knowledge of first aid and/or First Aid and CPR certification is an asset
Able to build positive relationships, have a collaborative working style and the ability to explain safety programs/processes to employees in an understandable manner
Able to work on cross-functionally with employees at all levels.
Good documentation, report writing and efficient document maintenance skills.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Good team player, positive attitude, flexible, adaptable. Is compassionate and assertive but fair
Good computer skills with Windows applications, including Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
Valid driver’s license and personal vehicle are required.

Responsibilities

Assists in the development of the annual health and safety plans, policies, programs and procedures for the company based on the assessment of hazards, audit findings, changing legislation, and best practices while ensuring compliance with OSHA.
Assist the Coordinator with all injury management needs including documentation and communication with employees and health care providers.
In collaboration with the H&S Coordinator, investigates accidents, incidents, near misses, etc. thoroughly and responds appropriately through communicating, training and following up with supervisors and employees.
Provides H&S training for new and existing employees to ensure understanding of potential risks and expected behaviors within the company as needed.
Assists the H&S coordinator with H&S audits, visiting all sites to conduct inspections and risk assessments with the goal of reducing/addressing risks, implement corrections and ensuring compliance.
Co-Chairs the Joint Health and Safety Committee, ensuring all action items are followed up on and committee members are adequately trained.
Documents and files return to work and modified work information, working closely with H&S Coordinator, Human Resources, the employee(s), and their supervisors to ensure safe and timely return to work.
Ensure postings and documents for general access on the hub are updated and assist with filling, scanning and shredding old records when appropriate
Works with the H&S Coordinator on claims and investigations.
Assist with creating and maintaining a safety board
Create content to be posted on the breakroom TVs (safety bites, toolbox talks).
Update and switch out posting such as emergency contacts, JH&SC members maps, etc.
Assist with coordinating and evaluating Emergency Response drills and assist with coordinating and training an Emergency Response brigade, sweepers.
Assist with updating SDS sheets, and maintain equipment check logs
Ensure all first aid kits are inspected, maintained and stocked
Continuation of learning and development through extra-curricular courses
Performs other related duties and projects as required