Food Safety Specialist jobs in Passaic, NJ

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 and Gourmet Garage® 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, you will be responsible for assisting retail safety associates in managing and monitoring safety programs at Wakefern retail locations. These program elements include, but are not limited to policy compliance and tracking, safety and health program management, injury reporting analysis, and safety training,

As the Occupational Safety & Health Specialist, you will conduct task-specific job safety analyses for work performed in various retail stores throughout our trade area. The specialist reviews safety programs to evaluate their effectiveness and ensures implementation. Assistance in the investigation of accidents and determining causative factors to prevent recurrence are amongst the responsibilities for this position. You will conduct health and safety audits of retail locations to identify unsafe conditions and processes that may exist and make appropriate recommendations.

A company car is a potential for this role. Some hybrid work is available.

What you will do

• Provide safety support to retail sites as needed, within the scope of the Corporate Safety program
• Act as point of contact for retail safety questions and concerns
• Conduct task-specific job safety analyses for work performed in various 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 locations to identify unsafe conditions and processes that may exist and make appropriate recommendations
• Perform safety training as needed
• Perform corrective action follow up until safety issues are successfully closed
• Plan, organize, and conduct toolbox/tailgate sessions and/or other related employee safety meetings and ensure the proper documentation, as outlined by Corporate Safety, is completed
• Coordinate and monitor work standard development, working closely with corporate and operations personnel

What we’re looking for

• Bachelor’s Degree is strongly preferred
• Must possess 2-4 years’ experience in safety related functions, preferably in retail and 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 verbal skills, written communication and presentation skills
• Ability to prioritize and delegate tasks
• Ability to negotiate
• Ability to multi-task with strong attention to detail
• Solid PC skills in MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• Flexibility with regard to travel. Possible overnight stays.
• Valid driver’s license

How you will succeed

• Communicate Effectively
• Drive for Results
• Develop You
• Embrace Change
• Build Relationships
• Stay Competitive

How you will work

• Up to 75% travel within our trading area

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

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

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

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Education:

• Associate (Required)

Experience:

• Safety: 2 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Willingness to travel:

• 75% (Required)

Work Location: Multiple locations