Ehs (Safety) Technician

Essential Functions of Position

Safety Administration

• Administer basic first aid at the facility


• Transport injured or ill team members to designated health care facilities using company van when required.


• Conduct pre-employment and reasonable suspicion drug screenings in accordance with company policy.


• Conduct new-hire safety orientation and ensure all required documentation is completed accurately.


• Work with all team members, serving as support for safety-related needs


• Assist in identifying and correcting unsafe conditions and behaviors.


• Promote and reinforce a culture of zero injuries through employee engagement


• Maintain OSHA 300 and 300A logs and assist with annual reporting requirements


• Complete accident investigations and determine root cause


• Assist with RTW planning and transitional/restricted job assignments


• Conduct various trainings through various means of distribution, inclusive but not limited to: LOTO Authorized and Affected, PIT (various) Authorized and Affected, Hot Work Authorized and Affected, etc.


• Interact with third-party administrator and their personnel to provide/receive updates on WC claims


• Update EHS Manager on Workers’ Compensation claims


• Schedule and conduct monthly safety trainings as distributed by EHS Manager


• Oversight of the activities of the plant Safety Committee and GEMBA walks


• Assist with the completion of yearly OSHA Logs


• Conduct Plant incident investigations; utilize known root cause analysis techniques; work with team members to implement processes to prevent recurrence.


• Maintain all EHS records and files


• Review and maintain all company personal injury records.


• Calibrate, maintain, and utilize monitoring of PAA meter, Multigas meter, etc.


• Other duties as assigned

Physical Demands:

• Walk and stand for approximately 50% of the workday.


• Sit and work at a computer workstation for approximately 50% of the workday.


• Frequently bend, kneel, reach, stoop, and occasionally climb stairs/ladders.


• Occasionally lift, pull, push or carry up to 40 pounds


• Must be able to respond quickly during emergency situations


• Must be able to wear required PPE

Work Environment:

• Cold and wet processing environment


• Hot, humid and dusty production and maintenance areas


• Exposure to moving machinery and powered industrial equipment


• High noise levels exceeding 85db, requiring hearing protection


• Exposure to various chemicals


• Indoor and outdoor work as business requires

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.


• First Aid/CPR/AED Certification or ability to obtain within 90 days of employment


• Minimum of (3) years of Environmental, Health, and Safety experience in a poultry processing facility.


• Working knowledge of OSHA regulations and general safety practices.


• Experience conducting employee safety training


• Basic Computer skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and email.


• Valid Driver’s License

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s Degree in Occupational Safety, Environmental Health & Safety, Industrial Hygiene, Safety Management or related field.


• First Aid/CPR/AED Instructor certification


• Current EMT certification


• OSHA 30-Hour General Industry certification


• Experience with OSHA recordkeeping and worker’s compensation administration.


• Experience conducting workplace accident investigations and root cause analysis.


• Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred.

Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of OSHA safety standards and regulatory requirements


• Ability to communicate effectively with employees at all levels of the organization


• Strong organizational skills and time management skills


• Ability to prioritize multiple assignments in a fast-paced manufacturing environment


• Ability to work independently with limited supervision


• Strong attention to detail


• Ability to maintain professionalism and confidentiality

This job description is not a comprehensive list of duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee.  Management may change or add duties and responsibilities at any time without notice.