Safety Leader 2nd Shift

Johnsonville Location: Countryside

Our No. 1 priority at Johnsonville is providing a safe work environment for every Member we employ. Our industry-leading safety record, coupled with the safety awards we've received, demonstrate this commitment. Members of our safety team maintain the safety of Johnsonville Members in our facilities, continuously finding new and better ways to do so. We're also dedicated to producing only the highest-quality products for consumers worldwide to enjoy - ones we would be proud to serve at our own family table. Our quality team ensures Johnsonville meets or exceeds all standards set by the Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS), of the US Department of Agriculture and other regulatory agencies. Our commitment to quality is unparalleled, thanks to the dedication of each quality team member.

Position Overview

The Safety Leader will support the Assistant Safety Coordinator in overseeing the health and safety programs within the manufacturing facilities on the main Johnsonville campus. This individual will help ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations while promoting a culture of safety across the workplace. The Safety Leader will play a key role in identifying potential hazards, conducting safety inspections, and assisting in accident investigations.

Responsibilities

• Assist in driving safety culture of ownership, involvement, and personal accountability
• Complete risk assessments to mitigate potential safety risks within operations
• Delivery of safety training programs for employees on topics such as hazard recognition, personal protective equipment (PPE), emergency response, and safe work practices
• Assist in managing safety equipment inventory and ensure that necessary safety tools, PPE, and resources are available to employees
• Ensure proper maintenance and use of safety equipment, including conducting regular checks and ensuring that equipment is up to code
• Act as a first responder in case of emergencies, providing immediate assistance or coordination as necessary
• Facilitate new hire orientation
• Day to day engagement with Team Leaders and members to deliver safe work practices, within safety policies and programs and proper use of protective equipment, perform emergency drills and ensure members know emergency procedures and response plan
• Own OSHA Compliance Training, and administrative support for Velocity (safety documentation system)
• Maintain Records of incidents, SIF events and near misses
• Implementation and execution of safety programs, drills, and practices within Operations, Maintenance, Sanitation, and Shipping
• Maintain effective communication with the Assistant Safety Coordinator and Operations Leadership and plant leadership on safety-related issues and initiatives

Education

• OSHA 10 Hour or OSHA 30 Hour, required
• Advanced Safety Certification, preferred

Experience

• 2-3 years of technical safety experience in a manufacturing environment, required
• Strong coaching and leadership skills, preferred

Skills

• In-depth understanding of safety standards, laws, and regulations (OSHA, local regulations, etc.) and familiarity with workplace safety programs (e.g., lockout/tagout, PPE, fire safety)
• Proficient in identifying potential safety hazards and risks, knowledge of risk assessment and hazard analysis techniques (e.g., JHA, FMEA, HAZOP) and ability to think proactively and anticipate potential hazards before they arise
• Ability to lead and motivate teams to prioritize safety in daily operations and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence of incidents
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to effectively convey safety policies and procedures and ability to influence and inspire others to uphold safety standards consistently
• Expertise with incident reporting systems and documentation
• Quick decision-making in response to unsafe conditions or emergencies
• Ability to ensure that employees are properly trained on equipment use, safety procedures, and emergency protocols
• Expertise in planning and managing emergency response plans (e.g., fire, chemical spill, electrical shock)
• Knowledge of first aid, CPR, and other emergency medical procedures
• Strong learning agility

Other Requirements

• 2nd Shift: 2:30 pm - 11:00 pm
• Flexibility in schedule to meet needs of all members is expected
• Travel: Not a ton, less than 10% of your time
• Must be at least 18 years old

Benefits and Compensation

Members have potential for a monthly bonus and 401k with a company match. Members also have access to terrific benefits including affordable medical, dental and vision coverage; flexible spending accounts; disability and life insurance; and fertility and adoption assistance. Johnsonville also offers competitive paid time off, including paid parental time off, as well as access to the 24/7 onsite fitness center, and onsite medical clinic! Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and location.

Applicants must be eligible to work in the country where this job is located, without requiring sponsorship now or in the future.

About our Company

Since 1945, our family-owned band of sausage-makers has invented better ways to make, eat and prepare crave-able sausage. Today, we are 4,000+ Members strong. We sell our famous sausage in all 50 United States and more than 40 countries. We have a culture built on the idea that if we make developing your talents our top priority, great business results will follow naturally. We call it The Johnsonville Way. It has been our secret sauce for decades, and we hope you get to experience it for yourself!

Johnsonville is an equal opportunity employer, including Vet/Disability.

We embrace the principles of Equal Opportunity Employment and do not discriminate on the basis of any protected characteristic, including protected veteran and disability status.