
SAFETY SUPERVISOR-3RD SHIFT
- Souderton, PA
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Develop and enforce safety policies and procedures specific to the meat packing industry, ensuring compliance with industry regulations, company standards, and best practices.
- Conduct regular inspections of the facility, production lines, and equipment to identify safety hazards, and promptly implement corrective actions.
- Train and educate employees on proper sanitation practices, including chemical handling, personal protective equipment (PPE), and safe handling of dangerous chemicals.
- Ensure compliance with lockout/tag out procedures for machinery maintenance and repairs, and conduct regular safety checks to prevent incidents and injuries.
- Monitor and enforce adherence to sanitation and safety protocols by conducting routine audits and providing timely feedback and coaching to employees.
- Investigate incidents, accidents, or near misses related to safety, and implement preventive measures to minimize future occurrences.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, such as production, quality assurance, and maintenance, to ensure effective safety practices throughout facility.
- Maintain accurate records of inspections, and training documentation to demonstrate compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Stay up-to-date with relevant regulations, industry trends, and best practices in health, safety, and food handling for our facility.
- Conduct regular training sessions on topics such as proper cleaning techniques, sanitation procedures, safety machinery procedures, and handling of dangerous chemicals, PPE, LOTO, PIT.
- Assist in the development and implementation of hygiene and sanitation programs specific to operations, aiming to continuously improve our culture and reduce the risk and exposure to any potential hazards.
- Participate in internal and external audits related to sanitation and safety, and collaborate with regulatory bodies to address any non-compliance issues.
- Collaborate with suppliers and vendors to ensure the quality and safety of cleaning chemicals, sanitation equipment, and personal protective equipment used in the facility.
- Strong presence on the production floor.
- High school diploma or equivalent; additional certifications or training in sanitation, safety, or food handling are desirable.
- Proven experience in a safety role or food-processing environment.
- Strong knowledge of sanitation principles, cleaning techniques, and chemical safety specific to meat packing operations.
- Familiarity with regulatory requirements and industry standards (e.g., USDA, FDA, and OSHA) related to sanitation, safety, and food handling in the meat packing industry.
- Excellent attention to detail and the ability to identify potential hazards or non-compliance issues in a fast-paced production environment.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills to effectively train and educate employees on safety practices, safety machinery procedures, and handling of dangerous chemicals, PPE, LOTO, PIT.
- Ability to work independently, make decisions, and prioritize tasks in a dynamic and time-sensitive setting.
- Proficiency in using sanitation equipment, cleaning chemicals, and personal protective equipment specific to meat packing operations.
- Basic computer skills for record-keeping, documentation, and data analysis purposes.
- Physical stamina and the ability to lift heavy objects, bend, stoop, and stand for extended periods.
- Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities to address sanitation and safety issues promptly.
- Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K
- Vacation, sick leave, and six company-observed holidays
- Better Future Program-2-year MONTCO Community College tuition paid for employees and dependents