Safety and Health Technician

Wayne Farms•Hammond, LA

11d

About The Position

Primarily responsible for daily operations of the medical department and performing daily safety functions. This is an individual contributor position.

Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent.
EMT license OR ability to obtain within 1st year of employment.
CPR and 1st Aid Certifications
Intermediate computer skills and Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint knowledge.
Ability to read, speak and write in the English language.
Ability to handle and resolve most issues independently.
Appropriately operate with frequent access to confidential information.
High work capacity, dependable, results oriented and strong sense of urgency.
Ability to communicate with all levels of staff within the organization.
Direct and empathetic communication style.
Highly effective written/verbal and interpersonal communication skills sufficient to communicate and interact effectively with internal and external customers.
Ability to work in fast paced environment with multiple priorities.
Excellent organizational skills, with precise attention to detail.
Knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint and Word.
Demonstrated sound work ethic, honesty and moral character.
Understand and interpret data while drawing logical conclusions based on available inputs.
Critical thinking skills in standardized situations as well as non-routine problems.
Manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously and prioritize work accordingly.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual – English/Spanish proficiency.
Familiarity with OSHA standards.
Exposure to Workers’ Compensation administration.

Responsibilities

Administer First Aid and emergency care per developed protocols.
Call for outside emergency services when circumstances demand.
Coach and lead WorkSAFE team.
Perform plant inspections, audits, and safety checks as assigned.
Schedule and conduct various types of standard safety training and evaluations.
Perform data entry and maintain OSHA and Company medical databases (Nurse’s log).
Administer Workers’ Compensation Program within established protocols and state law.
Communicate with medical, legal and insurance personnel.
Perform ergonomic assessments and recommend improvements.
Administer drug and alcohol screens.
Enter medical supply purchase requests into purchasing management software.
Assist with accident investigations.
Other responsibilities as assigned.