Safety Specialist- Safety

THE ROLE:

• This position will report to the: Safety Manager
• Travel requirements: 5%
• FLSA Status: Exempt
• Shift: Varies
• Employment Category: Full-Time Regular
• Pay Range: $68,500-$85,000 

STRONG HISTORY. EXCITING FUTURE

Bolthouse Fresh Foods is a leader in carrot production, serving as a grower, packer, processor, and shipper. Headquartered in Bakersfield, California, we are a proud employer to 1,600 dedicated individuals. Since 1915, we have been committed to growing and producing high-quality carrots, and today, we are one of North America’s largest growers and distributors of fresh carrots for cooking and snacking. Additionally, we supply premium natural ingredients for the food and beverage industry. With over a century of excellence, Bolthouse Fresh™ products are available at major retailers across North America. 

Bolthouse Fresh Foods has approximately 1,600 employees. 

WHAT YOU’LL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR IN THIS ROLE

The Safety Specialist is responsible for assisting our Safety Department with the continuous improvement, development, and management of Bolthouse Fresh Food’s safety programs.  This position will partner with all Department Leaders and Safety Manager to assist them with injury reductions by improving site specific safety programs, conducting training, implementation of safety policies and procedures, conducting safety assessments, investigating incidents, and facilitating regulatory inspections.  This position will leverage their experience to assist our Leadership Team with the management of our Injury and Illness Prevention Program to ensure Cal/OSHA compliance while building a proactive safety focused culture to ensure safe, healthy, and accident-free environment.  

• Works closely with our Safety Leadership Team to help plan and implement safety policies and procedures in compliance with local, state, and federal Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) rules and regulations.
• Assists with planning and implementing programs to train managers and employees in work site safety practices, fire prevention, and correct handling techniques for chemicals, toxins, equipment, and other materials.
• Supports all departments in compliance of our Injury & Illness Prevention Program and all other Safety programs. 
• Conduct inspections, assessments, and works with site leadership teams to address improvement opportunities. 
• Helps coordinate first aid supplies and assists with PPE requirements. 
• Supports the investigation of incidents and injuries and cooperates in the preparation of material and evidence for organization use in hearings, lawsuits, and insurance investigations.
• Compiles and submits incident reports required by regulatory agencies 
• Help maintain safety files and records.
• Conduct in person and virtual training of employees in safety related processes, procedures, SOP’s, regulatory items, written programs, etc. 
• Assists with our Contractor Safety Program to include vetting, training and tracking incidents related to contractors while on site. 
• Maintain ongoing knowledge of Occupational Safety Health Act standards according to state and federal regulations.
• Other duties as assigned. 

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR

Required Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to facilitate, direct and motivate employees and organize and coordinate various Safety related training activities. 
• Must communicate effectively, verbally and in writing, establish and maintain effective relationships with employees. 
• Ability to work both independently and within a team environment. 
• Ability to travel overnight and attend meetings if required. 
• Ability to remain poised in stressful situations and communicate diplomatically via telephone, computer, fax, correspondence, etc. 
• Demonstrated ability to deal with confidential information. 
• Experience with compliance and legal requirements related to safety. 
• Ability to make independent decisions using knowledge of policies and previous experiences. 
• Outstanding leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word and Access programs.
• Must be a people -person, professional and approachable. 
• Willingness and ability to follow company and department policies and rules 
• Exercise good judgment by performing work safely and in conformance with regulatory agencies as well as company standards

Minimum Qualifications:

Monday through Friday ; Overtime, Weekends, and Holidays may be mandatory based on business needs. Rotating workday/time off schedules may be mandatory depending on department/business needs as well.

WHAT WE OFFER

Our rich benefits packages are designed to support the health and well-being of both our eligible co-workers and their families.

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Group Life and AD&D
• Voluntary Life and AD&D
• Group Short-Term Disability
• Group Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401k 
• Paid Time Off

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

"Bolthouse Fresh Foods is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are dedicated to fostering a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected and empowered to achieve their full potential."

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS:

Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. If you are interested in applying for employment with Bolthouse Fresh Foods and need special assistance to apply for a posted position, or if you believe you do not meet any of the required qualifications of a posted position due to a protected disability and would like to explore the possibility of accommodation, please contact our Talent Acquisition team at: TalentAcquisition@BolthouseFresh.com for additional support or guidance.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS:

 Bolthouse Fresh Foods does not accept unsolicited agency resumes. Bolthouse Fresh Foods is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.