Health and Safety Manager jobs in Richland, WA

AgReserves Inc. is seeking an insightful and collaborative Safety and Health Manager to develop and administer safety procedures, programs, and practices for River Point Farms and the onion packing & processing facilities. As an active participant of the local leadership team, the Safety Manager advises on regulatory issues and together ensures compliance with local, state, and federal regulations with a focus on continuous improvement of safety practices. A majority of work time is typically in the field observing and working with employees and their management.

Responsibilities:

• Develop, implement, track, monitor, report and manage safety data metrics, programs, policies, and procedures.
• Facilitate safety activities-safety drills, safety awareness, training, audits, inspections, incident investigations, prevention activities, and corrective actions.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory bodies and standards (OSHA, EPA, etc.) to include required documentation.
• Plan, prepare, and update written Emergency Evacuation Plans.
• Assist with documentation and investigations of Workers' Compensation program.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Occupational Safety & Health, Industrial Hygiene, Environmental Engineering or equivalent field of study.
• 5 years of progressive experience in developing and managing safety, health and environmental programs required. Expert in Incident investigation.
• Extensive knowledge of OSHA and EPA standards.
• Previous Agricultural or processing industry experience helpful.
• Certified Safety Professional (CSP), Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH), and/or Associate Safety Professional (ASP) preferred.
• Proficient computer and technical skills, including MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Strong demonstrated interpersonal and communication skills (writing, presenting, and reporting). Bilingual in Spanish desired.
• Solid ability to train, influence, and motivate team members.
• Valid driver's license with ability to travel locally to farms, offices, and processing plants within the assigned stewardship.

AgReserves, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender, identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Qualified applicants must be legally and lawfully authorized to be employed and work in the United States without current or future visa sponsorship - AgReserves, Inc is not sponsoring visas at this time.

AgReserves offers medical, dental, vision, life, and AD&D insurance coverage. Additionally, employees can contribute to an FSA, and to an employer matched 401(K). Employees can apply for Tuition Assistance for continuing education purposes. All full-time employees are eligible to participate in a discretionary profit-sharing bonus. For more detailed information please visit our benefits site: https://www.agreserves.com/benefits/. AgReserves, Inc. complies with the current state minimum wage laws for all positions, regardless of the pay ranges posted.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $93,070.00 - $139,605.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Night shift
• On call
• Weekends as needed

Work Location: In person