Job Title: Bilingual Safety SpecialistDepartment: SafetyLocation: Pasco, WAReports To: Safety ManagerJob Type: Full time, OnsiteCompensation: 80K - 83K DOEJob SummaryThe Safety Specialist is a crucial member of the Versova Management Safety Team, working across all farms to ensure compliance with Federal, State, Company, and other agency regulations. This role supports the development and implementation of safety programs, conducts inspections, maintains safety records, and coordinates safety initiatives to create and maintain a safe work environment for all employees.
Essential Job Functions- Develop and implement safety policies, procedures, and programs
- Conduct routine safety and hazard inspections across facilities
- Maintain comprehensive safety records, including employee training, inspections, and incident reports
- Coordinate and assist in safety training for employees at all levels
- Investigate accidents and incidents, identifying root causes and trends
- Assist with workers' compensation processes, including record-keeping and coordination with site managers
- Ensure compliance with OSHA recordkeeping requirements
- Prepare and distribute routine safety dashboard reports and analytics
- Administer safety incentive programs
- Assist in coordinating safety audits and inspections
- Communicate regularly with team members and stakeholders on safety matters
- Support the review and update of LOTO (Lock Out/Tag Out) procedures
- Other duties as assigned
Required Qualifications- Associate's degree in Occupational Health and Safety or related field (or equivalent experience)
- 1-2 years of experience in safety administration or related role
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication abilities
- Knowledge of OSHA regulations and safety standards
- Bilingual in English and Spanish
Preferred Qualifications- Bachelor's degree in Occupational Health and Safety or related field
- 30 Hour OSHA General Industry Certificate
- Experience with safety management software
- Familiarity with workers' compensation processes
Work EnvironmentThis position involves a mix of office work and on-site safety activities across multiple farm locations. The Safety Specialist must be comfortable in various agricultural settings, which may involve exposure to different climate conditions, including extreme temperatures. Some travel between sites is required. The role may involve responding to safety incidents outside normal business hours. This position offers the opportunity to significantly impact workplace safety culture and practices across the organization.
Benefits:- Regular performance reviews
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- HSA with company match
- Paid time Off
- Paid Holidays
- 401K with company match
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Employee Assistance Program
