Safety Team Lead - Baldor Food : Job Details

Overview:

Baldor Safety professionals work in partnership with our Operations, Fresh Cuts, Transportation, Human Resources, Facilities, Sanitation and Food Safety teams. Under the direction of Baldor leadership, these employees are responsible for the safety of all Baldor personnel at the Bronx location.

This role ensures that Baldor Specialty Foods personnel are working in an environment consistent with minimum safety standards and integrated best practices. Safety Team Leads implement programs, plans, policies, and procedures in the interest of Baldor employee, contractor, and visitor safety to reduce overall risk. Multiple specialty areas include OSHA, ANSI, EPA, FDNY, FDA and other applicable regulations and company standards. This role responds to notifications of injuries, unsafe conditions, conducts inspections, and provides education, training, and feedback to the Operations Teams.

Duties are performed at various levels within the defined title. It also consists of advising the Safety Specialist I and II groups, Safety Manager, and Sr. Regional Safety Manager on relevant matters, updates, and measures. In addition, this role is heavily involved in implementing safety protocols and operating procedures according to the changing environment.

Responsibilities:

* Performs work under minimal supervision.

* Handles complex issues and problems, and refers only the most complex issues to Manager.

* Possesses comprehensive knowledge of subject matter.

* Provides leadership, coaching, and/or mentoring to a subordinate group. Acts as a lead.

* May provide leadership, coaching, and/or mentoring to Safety Specialist groups.

* Exemplify ideal safety practices.

* Ensure the implementation of safety programs and procedures for all groups at the facility.

* Develop, implement and execute components of the Baldor safety policies/procedures.

* Demonstrate strong and supportive presence on the facility floor.

* Escalate all major incidents to the Manager on duty.

* Assist with all internal and external investigations if requested.

* Demonstrate high level knowledge of the concepts, practices and procedures in the safety specialization.

* Perform tasks in defined skill areas/applications by continuously building on current job knowledge.

* Maintain effective relationships with leaders, peers, vendors, and others in a diverse environment.

* Support team decisions and follow through with team responsibilities.

* Interpret information, ideas and instructions and communicate clearly and accurately with warehouse workers.

* Determine causes of safety occurrences and apply standard safety principles and practices to determine and implement solutions.

* Comfortability understanding relevant standards and best practices, then applying them to operations at the facility.

* Ensure safe practices and environmental consciousness are exhibited in decisions.

* Assist in any other duties or projects assigned by Safety leadership.

* Owns development and maintenance of a comprehensive safety documentation program.

* Researches, analyzes, administers, and makes recommendations related to safety.

* Project Management and execution of safety initiatives.

* Assist in any other duties or projects assigned by Safety leadership.

Requirements:

* Must be professional and treat all Baldor personnel and visitors with respect

* Must be able to multi-task and work independently and contribute to the team's overall success

* Strong understanding and comprehension of warehouse safety

* Comprehensive knowledge of the field's concepts and principles

* Performs complex tasks typically following established processes

* Excellent analytical and critical thinking skills

* Excellent verbal and interpersonal skills

* Excellent written communication skills preferred

* Must be able to multi-task and work independently as well as contribute to the overall success of the team

* English proficiency, Spanish/French a plus

Education and Experience:

* High school diploma or equivalent

* OSHA 30 required

* OSHA Training Institute 500-level courses preferred

* Experience working in a warehouse

* 4+ years relevant experience in safety

* Subject matter expertise relevant to job functions

Technology Skills:

* Calendar and scheduling software - Microsoft Outlook, Kronos

* Electronic mail software - Microsoft Exchange; Microsoft Outlook

* Office suite software - Teams, Microsoft Office, Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Google Suite, Microsoft List,

* Video conferencing software - Microsoft Teams

* Management programs - Noggin

Work Environment:

* First, second, or third shift depending on business need

* Active work on site in a warehouse and food processing environment

* Ability to work extended hours as needed

* Ability to work weekends and holidays as needed

* Ability to learn to ride a powered industrial truck

* Ability to learn and execute first aid response as well as accident investigation

* Ability to stand and walk for extended periods of time in a cold environment

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