Safety and Health Technician

Wayne Farms • Waco, TX

11d

About The Position

PRIMARY FUNCTION: Primarily responsible for daily operations of medical department and performing daily safety functions.

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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees