Safety Technician

Safety Technician

The Safety Technician supports the daily safety operations of the beef production facility by assisting with hazard identification, employee observations, data collection, and safety program implementation. This entry-level, hourly position is ideal for individuals interested in beginning a career in safety and health within an industrial/meat processing environment. The role focuses on maintaining a strong safety presence on the floor, reinforcing company safety expectations, supporting training activities, and helping ensure regulatory and company compliance.

Daily Floor Presence & Observation

• Conduct routine safety walks throughout Harvest, Fabrication, Hides, By-Products, and Support areas.
• Observe employees for safe work practices and provide on-the-spot coaching when hazards or unsafe behaviors are identified.
• Monitor use of required PPE and reinforce company safety standards.
• Assist in identifying unsafe conditions (e.g., equipment issues, housekeeping hazards, guarding concerns) and communicate findings to area leadership.

Incident & Near-Miss Support

• Assist in gathering statements, basic photos, and documentation for injuries, near misses, and property damage incidents.
• Support the Safety Manager with root cause analysis activities as requested.
• Follow up on corrective actions assigned from investigations.

Training & Communication Support

• Assist with new-hire orientation safety training sessions.
• Help deliver toolbox talks, safety reminders, and department-level safety messaging.
• Support training recordkeeping and documentation.

Documentation & Data Collection

• Perform daily/weekly safety inspections (PPE, ladders, eyewash stations, fire extinguishers, workstations, etc.).
• Record and maintain accurate safety data, logs, and checklists.
• Enter safety observations, training documentation, and incident details into internal systems.

Program Support

• Support Lockout/Tagout, Chemical Safety, Walking-Working Surfaces, Machine Guarding, Ergonomics, and other applicable OSHA-related programs.
• Assist in distributing and replacing signage, labels, and floor markings.
• Participate in department and plant-wide safety meetings as required.

Other Duties

• Provide assistance during audits, inspections, and regulatory visits.
• Help maintain safety supply inventory (PPE, signs, first-aid items, etc.).
• Perform other duties assigned by the Safety Manager.

Qualifications

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills; comfortable interacting with employees across all departments and shifts.
• Ability to learn basic OSHA safety concepts and apply them in daily tasks.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced beef production environment (cold/hot temperatures, wet conditions, PPE requirements).
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism during investigations.
• Basic computer skills (email, data entry, forms, checklists).
• Willingness to be on the production floor for extended periods (8 to 9 hrs.)
• Positive attitude, strong work ethic, and desire to grow in the safety field.

Education

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Additional safety training or certifications (OSHA 10, First Aid/CPR, etc.) preferred but not required; training provided for the right candidate.

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