Job Description

Brief Summary

Our Mission Foods facility in Rancho Cucamonga, CA is looking for a Safety Coordinator. Under limited supervision, oversees the Plants in-house Safety program. Integrates activities with the Industrial Nurse and provides support with Workers Compensation. 

Job Responsibilities:

• Investigates accidents to determine causes and work with the Workers Compensation carriers to prevent future accidents. 
• Implements and maintains a continuing educational safety program for Managers Supervisors and Employees. 
• Identifies potential health and physical hazards with the aid of medical providers and loss control representatives. Performs facility inspections with supervisors or managers to identify potential hazards. 
• Keeps abreast of State and Federal laws, directives and standards, and codes dealing with employee safety and health. 
• Reviews al incidents/ accidents investigation reports with supervisors and managers. Prepares and maintains statical reports on safety performance and activities. Updates OSHA 400 logs. 
• Consults with plant management and purchasing department on plans regarding proposed changes to processes, equipment, and facilities as regards safety standards. 
• Identifies and selects the use of personal protective equipment. 
• Acts as a liaison between insurance carriers, state and federal agencies as well as emergency services regarding safety and health.
• Performs other duties as required.

Education:

Requires a high school diploma or equivalent; Bachelor’s Degree preferred. Requires minimum of 3-5 years of experience in Safety, preferably in a food manufacturing setting. Any equivalent combination of related education and/or experience may be considered for the above.

Knowledge, Skill, and Abilities:

• Ability to conduct accident investigations.
• Knowledge of industrial safety regulations
• Ability to create documentation and logs.
• Ability to communicate in a professional, clear manner.
• Ability to be multi-task oriented with excellent organizational skills.
• Ability to present oneself in a professional manner at all times.
• Work requires basic computer skills.

Mission Foods is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunity in all phases of employment in compliance with applicable federal and state laws, rules, and regulations. We assure you that your opportunity for employment with Mission Foods depends solely on your qualifications. Mission Foods is an equal employment/affirmative action employer. If you need accommodation for any part of the employment process because of a medical condition or disability, please send an e-mail or call 972.232.5200 to let us know the nature of your request.

Company Description

Since 1977, Mission® has been creating fresh, authentic Mexican food products you can find in your local grocery store including Guerrero, Maseca and Calidad to name a few. Mission®, a subsidiary of Gruma Corporation, is the #1 tortilla company in the U.S. and manufactures a variety of authentic Mexican products. As we’ve grown, we’ve made sure to always put an emphasis on authentic flavors, while providing healthy options that families and friends can enjoy together.