SAFETY SPECIALIST

### Description *Position at Pilgrim's* Safety and Health Specialist GENERAL SUMMARY: This position will be responsible for providing guidance, direction and leadership to the site’s safety process. ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: - Investigate all near misses, first aid cases, recordables, lost day injuries, and vehicular accidents within 24 hours, as well as track closure on all recommendations. - Spend time being visible in the processing plant and other site locations. - Conduct periodic safety and health audits and track findings to ensure closure. - Conduct authorized training for the following topics: Powered Industrial Trucks, Lockout Tagout, Fall Protection, Respiratory Protection, Confined Space Entry, and other topics as assigned. - Enter information into accident, training completion and corrective action databases accurately and in a timely manner. - Provide training support to the organization and ensure that all required monthly training is completed as scheduled. BASIC SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS: - At least three years of directly related experience in an industrial environment - Ability to accurately record and communicate safety incidences to complex management - Must have a solid knowledge of OSHA and safety regulations - Must be proficient in Microsoft Office Suite; SAP experience a plus - Bi-lingual (English/Spanish) strongly preferred - Must be able to work varying shifts and weekends as needed EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS: Bachelor's Degree in related field of study EOE, including disability/vets