Health and Safety Coordinator

Jobs At Nortera•Oakfield, NY

8d•Hybrid

About The Position

Joining Nortera means choosing opportunities to grow together! As North America's leader in ready-to-cook vegetables, we are committed to contributing to the well-being of society by providing access to healthy and sustainable food. Nortera produces major private and retail brands and markets its own brand Arctic Gardens.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Safety Science, Business, Occupational Health & Safety, or a related field
2–5 years of experience in a manufacturing, industrial, or distribution environment preferred.
Strong organizational, problem-solving, and multitasking abilities, with excellent written, verbal, and public speaking communication skills.
Experience leading teams, facilitating group discussions, and driving safety initiatives
Ability to work in both office and manufacturing environments, including occasional lifting up to 50 lbs., climbing, bending, and other physical activities required to support plant safety operations.

Nice To Haves

Process Safety Management (PSM) and Risk Management Program (RMP) experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Lead all facility health, safety, security, and environmental programs, including employee training, regulatory compliance, OSHA reporting, and policy management.
Investigate workplace incidents, conduct root cause and risk analyses, manage workers' compensation cases, and develop strategies to reduce injuries and improve safety performance.
Chair the facility Safety Committee and support continuous improvement initiatives, safety audits, hazard assessments, ergonomic evaluations, and capital project safety reviews.
Coordinate emergency preparedness and security programs, including Hazmat team activities, DHS compliance requirements, PPE assessments, and collaboration on company-wide safety standards and best practices.