Safety Lead

The Safety Lead supports the Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) program to ensure a safe and compliant workplace in a food manufacturing environment. This role assists with implementing safety programs conducting inspections responding to incidents and providing training. The Safety Lead promotes compliance with OSHA USDA FDA and SQF requirements while supporting emergency response audits and employee safety engagement.

Key Responsibilities:

• Implement and monitor safety programs procedures and audits.

• Inspect working conditions oversee chemical/machinery use and enforce PPE use.

• Support incident response reporting and root cause analysis.

• Conduct safety observations training and orientation for new hires.

• Maintain accurate safety records reports and metrics.

• Promote employee health safety and morale.

Qualifications:

• High School diploma/GED; 3 years of safety experience (food industry a plus).

• Knowledge of GMPs OSHA safety practices and emergency protocols.

• Strong communication problem-solving and teamwork skills.

• Proficiency in Excel Word and PowerPoint.

• OSHA training first aid/ERT experience or safety committee participation preferred.