An Onsite Safety/HR Associate is a professional responsible for ensuring a safe working environment where safety is a critical concern. The role involves monitoring safety practices, ensuring compliance with safety regulations, and promoting a culture of safety among employees.

Key Responsibilities:

Safety Inspections: Conduct regular safety inspections and audits of the workplace to identify potential hazards and ensure compliance with safety standards and regulations.
Training and Education: Provide safety training to employees and contractors, ensuring they are aware of safety protocols, the proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE), and emergency procedures.
Incident Reporting and Investigation: Report and investigate accidents, near misses, and unsafe conditions. The associate identifies root causes and implements corrective actions to prevent future incidents.
Regulatory Compliance: Ensure that the site complies with local, state, and federal safety regulations. This may include maintaining records, submitting required reports, and staying up to date with changing safety regulations.
Risk Assessment: Conduct risk assessments to identify potential safety hazards and develop strategies to mitigate these risks.
Team Collaboration: Providing support to Onsite HR Generalist and assisting Safety Specialist.
Emergency Preparedness: Develop and implement emergency response plans, including evacuation procedures and first aid protocols.
Safety Culture Promotion: Work to instill a safety-first mindset among all employees and contractors on-site through regular communication, training, and reinforcement of safety policies.
PPE Management: Ensure that appropriate personal protective equipment is available, in good condition, and used correctly by all personnel.
Coordination with Management: Collaborate with USA Safety Specialist and site management to integrate safety into all aspects of operations and to address any safety concerns that arise.
Continuous Improvement: Regularly review and improve safety practices and procedures to enhance overall safety performance on site.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

Knowledge of safety regulations and HR best practices is strongly desired.
Prior forklift experience.
Strong observational and analytical skills
Effective communication and training abilities
Problem-solving and decision-making skills
Certification in occupational safety, such as OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration) certification, a plus but not required.
Ability to work overtime as needed including evenings and weekends.
Prior experience working in a food processing environment desired.
Bilingual English/Spanish language and literacy skills required.

Pay Range:

$26-$30 per hour DOE

Health Insurance:

Medical- United Staffing funds 100% of the monthly premiums for employees, and 50% for qualifying dependents. Any costs for dependents are deducted from paycheck on pre-tax basis.

Dental- United Staffing funds 100% of the monthly premiums for employees, and 50% for qualifying dependents. Any costs for dependents are deducted from paycheck on pre-tax basis.

Vision- 100% funded by employee. Cost is deducted from paycheck on pre-tax basis.

Life- $25,000 for Life + $25,000 AD&D- 100% funded by United Staffing

Vacation:

10 paid vacation days per year. Accrual begins with 1st day of regular full-time employment; may start using accrued vacation after 90 days.

Paid Sick Leave:

Employees receive 6 sick days per year on Jan 1; employees who begin their employment after 1/1 will receive a prorated amount of sick days for the year.

Holidays:

USA observes 6 paid holidays a year: New Year’s Day, Memorial Day, 4th of July, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas.

Retirement:

Salary Deferral 401(k) Plan; this plans permits rollovers. No match at this time.

This full-time role is crucial for maintaining a safe work environment and minimizing the risk of workplace accidents and injuries.

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Onsite Safety?HR Associate