Job Description

Perdue Foods has a goal of becoming the most trusted name in premium proteins by creating products for consumers and for retail and foodservice customers around the globe while changing the way animals are raised for food. It is part of Perdue Farms, a fourth-generation, family-owned food and agricultural business deeply rooted in tradition yet with a forward-thinking mindset. We believe that success starts with our people, and our culture is built on a foundation of teamwork, integrity, and respect, where every voice matters and everyone is encouraged to contribute to our shared goals. We are dedicated to creating a supportive, inclusive environment where associates feel valued and inspired to make an impact, both within the company and in the communities we serve. From promoting growth and development to prioritizing work-life balance, we’re committed to helping our team members thrive. That's Perdue.

Summary

Our Washington, IN team is actively recruiting for a Safety Supervisor. The safety supervisor position is responsible for leading the plant’s safety functions for a designated portion of a complex’s operations, under the direction of the complex safety & security manager. The position will supervise the safety department’s regular functions during off-shift or as designated as well as other duties such as new associate safety orientation and ramp-in process, on-the-job safety training including Job Safety Analyses; safety inspections of departments or assets & equipment, supervising the department safety rep program, hazard review and various training duties.

Principal and Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Provide on-the-job training and follow-up on hazardous communication, safety, ergonomics, and other subjects with associates throughout the facility. This includes new associate orientation (whether directly hired or through a temp agency) as well as Job Safety Analysis (JSA).
• Educate facility associates, primarily salaried leaders, on safety principals and provide leadership, technical advice, and support to initiatives and projects which enhance safe efficient high-quality operations.
• Conduct daily JSA audits and report findings to safety and operations teams along with corrective actions and re-training that is needed.
• Assist Safety & Security (S&S) Manager in interviewing associates and gathering information on incidents and near misses and completed root cause analysis.
• Attend and provide safety perspective for safety meetings, PSM meetings or any other safety-related meetings that occur.
• Assist the S&S Manager in responding to associates needs and concerns for safety issues as they arise.
• Assist the S&S Manager by taking & posting meeting notes for the safety committee meetings.
• Maintain oversight and training for operational safety leads (OSL) and safety trainers on day and night Shift.
• Assist in Corp Safety Audit and safety related documentation.
• Support the site security contractors and initiatives.
• Other duties as deemed necessary by the S&S Manager or Corp Safety

Minimum Education

A Bachelor’s degree in Environmental, Health and Safety or Occupational Health & Safety from an accredited college or university program; or, 3-5-years work experience in operational safety within Perdue Farms’ industrial safety organization and current enrollment in an EH&S or safety related degree program.

Experience Preferred

The above requirements, plus a safety professional certification or 2-5 years experiences within manufacturing functioning as a safety manager.

Environmental Factors and Physical Requirements

In stationary positions or moving for 12 hours on a wet, moist, dry and greasy floor which includes metal or plastic grating surfaces with up to four (4) hours in a single interval. Ability to climb stairs, upon equipment, catwalks, and work from various ladders. Exposure to and work in temperatures of <0 to >110 degrees Fahrenheit with ambient humidity, noise exposure of >110 db, and light intensity range of <50 to >100 foot candles. Bending, twisting, lifting, reaching, sitting, and grasping varies in repetitions, distance, degrees, angle, weight, height, longest interval of time, objects grasped, and body positions depends upon the maintenance task being perform. Must be able to lift and control weights up to 100 pounds. Must be able to bend down and to maintain a kneeling position. Must be able to work outside in all types of weather conditions. Exposure to chlorinated water <50ppm, ammonia vapors >5ppm, dry ice, caustic detergents, lubricating oils, hydraulic oils, salt, and other chemicals found in a poultry processing operation. Must wear and/or use protective and safety equipment required for the job.

Perdue Farms Inc. is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

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