Safety Assistant (2nd shift)

Michael Foods Inc. • Lenox, IA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Michael Foods, Inc. is seeking a Safety Assistant to support the facility’s safety programs, compliance efforts, training initiatives, and recordkeeping. This role provides foundational experience in OSHA regulations, audits, risk assessment, and employee safety engagement, offering hands-on exposure to safety leadership responsibilities. The Safety Assistant ensures alignment with company-wide safety objectives and regulatory compliance through data tracking, safety observations, and SRMP team participation. The role also provides critical administrative and operational support, preparing employees for advancement within MFI’s safety leadership structure. This position has the responsibility to comply with safety work rules at all times as well as an obligation to reinforce safety as a Core Value. Ensures that all policies, procedures and activities, related to Food Safety & Quality, are followed and complied with uniformly, in an effort to reduce product and process variability.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required
• 1–3 years of experience in health and safety within a manufacturing environment.
• Bilingual in Spanish
• Experience facilitating basic safety meetings and engaging employees in compliance efforts.
• Previous involvement in risk management and workplace safety programs.
• Familiarity with OSHA standards and adult learning principles related to safety training.
• Ability to obtain OSHA 10-hour certification within 180 days of employment.
• Ability to obtain First Aid/CPR/AED or First Responder certification within 180 days of employment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to train and present basic safety concepts effectively.
• Strong organizational skills, ensuring efficient recordkeeping and compliance reporting.
• Ability to analyze and interpret safety data from inspections, audits, and incident reports.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and safety management systems (Intelex).
• Experience assisting with incident investigations and compliance monitoring.
• Ability to work with employees from diverse backgrounds and learning styles.
• Capability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and manage multiple projects effectively.

Nice To Haves

• Associate degree or two-year technical training preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage, process, and maintain safety records, ensuring documentation is accurate, compliant, and accessible for use by the Safety Office and SRMP element teams.
• Facilitate data entry into safety management platforms (Intelex) to track safety observations, audits, and training compliance.
• Conduct workplace safety audits and inspections, supporting risk identification and corrective action planning.
• Assist in safety training sessions, tracking attendance and ensuring employees receive required compliance education.
• Support incident investigations, compiling reports and assisting in identifying corrective measures for unsafe conditions and behaviors.
• Ensure contractor adherence to workplace safety guidelines during site projects.
• Participate in safety-related committees and SRMP element teams, contributing to compliance initiatives.
• Distribute PPE and safety materials, ensuring employees have proper protective equipment.
• Provide administrative support to the Safety Manager/Supervisor, including documentation updates and compliance tracking.
• Assist in Behavior-Based Safety (BBSO) initiatives, conducting observations and tracking data to improve safety performance.
• Travel occasionally to assist with safety audits, training, and compliance efforts across MFI facilities.
• Fill in for the Safety Manager/Supervisor when necessary, ensuring continuity in safety oversight.
• Accountable for a safe and healthy workplace for everyone. Adhere to all safety policies and procedures and, incorporate safety and health in all jobs and tasks.
• Adhere to quality work practices, follow GMP’s, maintain sanitary conditions and ensure that product quality is maintained. Report to management any conditions or practices that may adversely affect food safety and quality.
• Perform other safety-related duties as assigned, including working flexible shifts, weekends, and overtime as required.
• Drive real-time operational performance by actively participating in MOS meetings (3:00 PM, 6:15 PM, 7:00 PM, 9:15 PM, 10:45 PM), analyzing production data, identifying losses, and escalating critical issues based on impact and trends
• Lead floor-based coaching efforts by maintaining high visibility on the production floor and reinforcing execution of Centerlining (CL) and CIL (Clean, Inspect, Lubricate) standards with operators and team leads
• Develop, standardize, and sustain operational systems including CL, CIL, 5S, and Root Cause Analysis (RCA), ensuring consistency, effectiveness, and continuous improvement
• Audit and reinforce compliance to standards, providing hands-on coaching to close gaps and strengthen process discipline
• Enable data-driven decision making by supporting and maintaining Redzone and Tableau reporting, ensuring data accuracy, visibility, and actionable insights for stakeholders

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED