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The Safety Specialist II reports to the Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) Manager. The Safety Specialist II plays a critical role in ensuring the safety and well-being of our amazing crew and the overall workplace environment. Their primary focus is on identifying, assessing, and mitigating potential hazards to prevent accidents, injuries, and health risks within the workplace. They will provide effective leadership and coaching to drive a zero-injury culture utilizing behavior-based safety principles.

What You'll Do:

Partner with the HSE Manager to develop, implement, and manage comprehensive safety programs, policies, and procedures in alignment with regulatory requirements and industry standards.
Conduct regular safety inspections, audits, and risk assessments to identify potential hazards and safety concerns. Recommend corrections or additional precautions to ensure compliance with established regulations.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to establish safety goals and objectives.
Manage all Occupational Health, Safety and Environmental record keeping and reporting requirements for our sites.
Oversee workers compensation claim management and return to work programs.
Investigate, track and documents accidents and near misses to understand causes and recommend changes to prevent future accidents.
Design and deliver safety training programs for employees and management, covering topics such as hazard identification, emergency response, and proper use of safety equipment.
Foster a culture of safety by promoting open communication and collaboration across all levels of the organization.
Stay updated on relevant regulations and industry best practices to ensure the organization's safety standards remain current.
Act as a team player and step in to help as requested.
What You Bring to the Table:

Bachelor's degree and two years' minimum related experience
Relevant certifications, such as Certified Safety Professional (CSP), Occupational Health and Safety Technologist (OHST), or similar, are highly desirable.
Ability to quickly develop rapport and help others understand objectives and purposes
Must have the ability to train and motivate members to achieve a safety-first culture
Strong knowledge of local and federal safety regulations and standards.
Microsoft proficiency including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
Proficiency in data analysis and reporting using relevant tools and software.
Experience in conducting safety training and presentations.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
You're no hero – You know the power of teamwork and celebrate the work of others before your own.
You give a sh*t – You believe in acting like an owner and making Vital Farms a place to be proud of.
You raise the standards – You know growth can be hard, but you strive to improve yourself and others each day.
You can walk in someone else's boots – You seek to understand other's viewpoints and think that you get to better answers by sitting on the same side of the table.
You don't walk on eggshells – You're not afraid to leave the bullsh*t behind and have honest conversations.
What's in it for You:

Be part of a movement to bring ethically produced food to the table
Work in a Mission-focused environment alongside passionate colleagues
Competitive pay and benefits
Companywide bonus program
Generous retirement contributions
Free eggs and butter, along with friends and family discounts
Fun SWAG
Learning and Development team dedicated to your growth
Who We Are:
Vital Farms is a Certified B Corp that sources and markets delicious, high-quality, ethically-sourced egg and dairy products nationwide. We started on a single family-farm in Austin, TX in 2007, with 20 Rhode Island hens and a drive to raise the standards in sustainable agriculture. Today, Vital Farms is THE leading producer of pasture-raised eggs, partnering with more than 275 family farms, and selling into over 18,000 grocery stores around the country. We believe that a healthy bottom line is the result of healthy business practices, and we care deeply about supporting all our stakeholders. This includes our crew, our consumers, our retailers, and of course our happy hens and contented cows. In short, we exist to improve the lives of people, animals, and our planet through food.

Next Steps:
Shortly after you complete your application, you'll receive a follow-up email elaborating on any potential next steps in our process. If you don't immediately receive said follow-up email, we would highly encourage you to check your spam filter!
In order to fulfill Vital Farms mission to "bring ethically produced food to the table," we seek to build teams that leverage diverse perspectives to create a welcoming and innovative environment that is committed to the principles of equal employment opportunities.
To that end, we make employment decisions based on qualifications, merit, and business need. Vital Farms does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other status protected by law.

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