Occupational Safety and Health Specialist

Wakefern Food Corp
US - New Jersey - New Jersey
January 29, 2025
Retail

About Wakefern

Wakefern Food Corp. is the largest retailer-owned cooperative in the United States and supports its co-operative members' retail operations, trading under the ShopRite®, Price Rite®, The Fresh Grocer®, Dearborn Markets®, Fairway Markets, Gourmet Garage®, and DiBruno Bros® banners.

Employing an innovative approach to wholesale business services, Wakefern focuses on helping the independent retailer compete in a big business world. Providing the tools entrepreneurs need to stay a step ahead of the competition, Wakefern's co-operative members benefit from the company's extensive portfolio of services, including innovative technology, private label development, and best in class procurement practices.

Your contribution

As a member of the Safety team, the Occupational Safety and Health Specialist is responsible for managing and monitoring safety programs at Wakefern distribution centers. These program elements include, but are not limited to policy compliance, auditing and monitoring safety and health programs and initiatives, supporting accident investigations, conducting reporting analysis, and assembling and facilitating safety trainings. This position is located in Jamesburg, NJ.

What you will do

Provide safety support to retail sites as needed, within the scope of the Corporate Safety program
Serve as point of contact for safety questions and concerns
Conduct task-specific job safety analyses for work performed in various Wakefern facilities as well as at retail stores throughout our trade area
Review safety programs to evaluate their effectiveness and ensure implementation
Assist in the investigation of accidents and determining causative factors to prevent recurrence
Conduct health and safety audits of retail and warehouse locations to identify risk, unsafe conditions and/or practices and make appropriate recommendations
Perform safety training as needed
Perform corrective action follow up to ensure continuous traction and successful closure
Plan, organize, and conduct toolbox/tailgate sessions and/or other related employee safety meetings and ensures proper documentation, as outlined by Corporate Safety
Coordinate and monitor work standard development while working closely with corporate and operations personnel

What we're looking for

Bachelor's Degree is strongly preferred
Fluent in English and Spanish
2-4 years of experience in safety related functions, preferably in retail or warehouse environments
Proven working knowledge of safety regulations and industry standards, as well as best practices
Demonstrated effective adult training techniques, teaching and instruction for individuals and groups, as well as the measurement of training effectiveness
Strong analytical, leadership, teamwork and customer service skills as demonstrated by previous work experience
Excellent written communication, verbal and presentation skills.
Ability to prioritize and delegate tasks
Ability to negotiate and support implementation of projects, programs, and initiatives.
Ability to multi-task with strong attention to detail
Solid PC skills in MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint
Valid driver's license required and flexibility with travel

How you will succeed

Core Competencies

Communicate Effectively: Communicates thoughts and ideas in a well-organized manner, encouraging two way communication.
Build Relationships: Creates cross functional partnerships through the development and maintenance of constructive and cooperative relationships.
Stay Competitive: Demonstrates a mindset of continuous improvement while exhibiting passion and enthusiasm for their work.
Embrace Change: Looks for new ways of working by supporting advancements in processes and technology.
Develop You: Identifies and capitalizes on opportunities for personal and professional career growth.

How you will work

Work will be conducted in warehouse environments which can vary in temperature

Company Perks

Vibrant Food Centric Culture
Comprehensive medical, dental and vision package
Competitive Salary and Paid Time Off
Fitness Reimbursement and Well-Being Program
Corporate Training and Development University
Collaborative team environment
Paid Parental Leave
401K
Matching Gifts and Community Volunteer Involvement

Read the full job description and apply online on the recuiter's web-site

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