Safety Technician 3rd shift

Fresh Express • Morrow, GA

2d

About The Position

The Safety Technician is responsible for assisting with safety, health, security, and regulatory compliance for employees, temporary workers, and contractors. The role also provides safety-related support to the facility and other national and international sites and helps ensure compliance with local, state, and federal laws. The position is designated for the 3rd shift.

Approximately 70% of the time is spent auditing safety programs inside the plant. The role also supports safety activities with department managers, contributes to the quality system, and conducts safety and health training. The responsibilities listed describe the general nature and level of the work and are not an exhaustive list; duties may change at the employer’s discretion.

Requirements

• Knowledge of OSHA and EPA regulations.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to train associates at all levels of the organization.
• Ability to work well with others in a team environment.
• Ability to understand and respond to a diverse population.
• Strong multitasking skills.
• Computer literacy, including specialized databases and programs used to manage safety and security at the site.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or GED.
• Associate's degree or vocational education, or two years of related experience.

Responsibilities

• Implement and coordinate programs to reduce or eliminate occupational injuries, illnesses, deaths, and financial losses.
• Identify and appraise conditions that could produce accidents or financial losses through daily audits.
• Enforce accident prevention and loss-control systems and programs for incorporation into operational policies.
• Assist department managers in implementing safety activities to ensure a safe plant.
• Assist with the quality system.
• Compile statistical data about exposure factors related to occupational illnesses and accidents, and prepare reports for relevant personnel.
• Help establish management accountability for safety and health issues within departments and facilities.
• Standardize safety processes, policies, and reports.
• Conduct safety and health training at the supervisory level.
• Spend approximately 70% of working time auditing safety programs inside the plant.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

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