Essential Functions of Role:

Under the direction of the Occupational Safety and Health Manager and HR, this is a “hands-on” Technician role with the goal of having zero tolerance in the areas of accidents, illnesses and injuries within MTP facilities, property and vehicles.

As directed, responsible for coordinating, administrating, maintaining, implementing and performing the following:

Blood borne Pathogens.Associate Work PracticesEnvironmental ControlsErgonomicsFacility Safety Committee ScribeMTP's Safety Specialist in various OSHA/MIOSHA assigned areas of compliance, making certain compliance standards are met.MTP’s Personal Protective Equipment ProgramLock-Out Procedure ProgramAssociate Training, Education and RecognitionProvide or assist associates ill or injured while working within MTPFurther medical treatment and transport to hospital or physicianAccident/Incident Investigation and Reporting ProgramsProblem Resolution and Accident Prevention ProgramsAssist with MTP’s Annual & Bi-Annual Safety & Testing ProgramsAssist with MTP’s Random Drug and Alcohol Screening ProgramPolicy and Procedure Development and ImplementationWork with production management as a team member to resolve issues, prevent injuries and meet compliance standards and requirements.OSHA/MIOSHA AuditsAssist with food safety compliance.Safety AuditsJob Specific TrainingJHA/PDA investigations/follow up.Dedicated floor timeOther duties as assigned. Qualifications:

Must be able to work independently, without direction.Must be a leader, having the ability to influence while working with integrity and respect and be customer service oriented. Constant focus on Safety, Health and ComplianceProven ability to recognize, evaluate and provide first aid to injured and ill associates.Proven ability to handle multiple tasks at one time.Must be a team player.Effective Communicator, both verbally and in writing, with all levels of personnel within the organizationPrior experience in a position that required effective problem-solving skills, judgment, and decision-making a plus.Ability to be certified in First Aid and CPRBilingual a plus Must be an effective public speaker.Proven analytical skills.Computer literate: proficient use of Microsoft productsDegree in a Safety Discipline a plus or equivalent experience. Must be a High School Graduate or possess a GED.Must be physically able to perform the essential functions of the role.Familiarity with Alchemy a plus Physical Requirements:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Must be able to physically perform the essential functions of the role as outlined.Physical ability to work in a cold, wet, environment for up to 8 hours or the duration of the shift.Must be able to operate and use office machines and equipment.Must be able to communicate utilizing various office equipment including telephone, computer, facsimile machine, etc.Position is a “hands-on” function whereby relevant work and process assessment will take place on/in the plant production areas.Must be able to speak, read and write the English language.Able to twist, bend, stand, or sit for 8 hours, or the duration of a shift.Able to lift up to 50 pounds at one time.MTP is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. MTP is proud to have a tobacco, drug, and alcohol-free work environments.