Injury Prevention Specialist (Bilingual)

Greater Omaha Packing Co•Omaha, NE

About The Position

Key Responsibilities Provide early intervention support at the first‑aid level for musculoskeletal discomfort and minor work‑related issues. Communicate clearly with employees in English and Spanish or English and French, ensuring understanding of instructions and safety guidance. Observe employee responses to interventions and document basic progress or concerns, reporting updates to the OHS Manager or plant nurse as needed. Assist with simple therapeutic activities such as: Guided stretching Basic exercises Heat or cold application Other approved first‑aid–level modalities Educate employees on: Proper body mechanics Safe work practices Stretching routines Injury prevention basics Support new‑hire processes by assisting with pre‑employment physicals and reviewing paperwork, escalating concerns to the OHS Manager when appropriate. Help prepare and maintain treatment areas, including: Cleaning and setting up equipment Monitoring supply levels Observe work tasks and workflows to identify potential ergonomic risks, reporting concerns to the Safety or Occupational Health team. Assist with employee training sessions related to safety, ergonomics, and injury prevention. Maintain confidentiality and follow safety, legal, and ethical standards at all times. Support positive employee relations and collaborate respectfully with production, HR, and safety teams. Perform other duties as assigned. Qualifications (Entry-Level) Basic understanding of the human body, movement, or physical activity (education or experience in kinesiology, exercise science, athletic training, physical therapy assisting, or similar fields is helpful). Ability to clearly explain instructions to employees with different experience levels. Bilingual: English and Spanish or English and French (required). Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Comfortable working in a manufacturing environment. Attention to detail for basic documentation and reporting. Willingness to learn and follow established safety and occupational health procedures. Physical ability to demonstrate exercises and assist with light hands‑on activities. Basic computer skills for documentation and communication. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required within 30 days of hire.

Requirements

Basic understanding of the human body, movement, or physical activity (education or experience in kinesiology, exercise science, athletic training, physical therapy assisting, or similar fields is helpful).
Ability to clearly explain instructions to employees with different experience levels.
Bilingual: English and Spanish or English and French (required).
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Comfortable working in a manufacturing environment.
Attention to detail for basic documentation and reporting.
Willingness to learn and follow established safety and occupational health procedures.
Physical ability to demonstrate exercises and assist with light hands‑on activities.
Basic computer skills for documentation and communication.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

Provide early intervention support at the first‑aid level for musculoskeletal discomfort and minor work‑related issues.
Communicate clearly with employees in English and Spanish or English and French, ensuring understanding of instructions and safety guidance.
Observe employee responses to interventions and document basic progress or concerns, reporting updates to the OHS Manager or plant nurse as needed.
Assist with simple therapeutic activities such as: Guided stretching Basic exercises Heat or cold application Other approved first‑aid–level modalities
Educate employees on: Proper body mechanics Safe work practices Stretching routines Injury prevention basics
Support new‑hire processes by assisting with pre‑employment physicals and reviewing paperwork, escalating concerns to the OHS Manager when appropriate.
Help prepare and maintain treatment areas, including: Cleaning and setting up equipment Monitoring supply levels
Observe work tasks and workflows to identify potential ergonomic risks, reporting concerns to the Safety or Occupational Health team.
Assist with employee training sessions related to safety, ergonomics, and injury prevention.
Maintain confidentiality and follow safety, legal, and ethical standards at all times.
Support positive employee relations and collaborate respectfully with production, HR, and safety teams.
Perform other duties as assigned.