Butterball, LLC, one of America’s most iconic brands, helps consumers celebrate Thanksgiving and every day in between. Located in the thriving Raleigh-Durham, North Carolina area, our goal is to provide a diverse array of career opportunities and paths which include our farms, processing facilities and support offices.\nWe are the largest producer of turkey products in the U.S., and we make a lot more than Thanksgiving turkeys. Our company’s measurable growth is in no small part due to our team members in North Carolina, Arkansas, Illinois, and Missouri, who each have a seat at the table to contribute to our success

Position Summary: 

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The Safety Trainer is responsible for training during new hire orientation, on the job training, monthly safety meetings, and other specialized training sessions to include, but not limited to LOTO, Powered Industrial Truck and Fall Protection

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Essential Duties, Functions and responsibilities:

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Provides individual job specific training, and on the job training for new hires in order to complete the ramp in period.

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Follows direction of Safety Manager and Production Supervisor to guide new hire associates of daily production duties.

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Observes equipment operation, notifying appropriate personnel of any malfunctions and/or safety issues/concerns.

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Ensures all new hires understand required work safety instructions before assignment to the job.

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Ensures new hires follow all ergonomic program requirements including ramp in, rotation, early intervention, comfort surveys and proper job methods.  

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Assists in monitoring new hire progress through training period and ensures paperwork is completed and filed.

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Assist with new hire ergonomic evaluations and works closely with HR, supervisors and nurse to ensure issues are addressed properly and timely.

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Assists with hazard assessments to include: Ergonomic Worksite Analysis, Job Safety Analysis, PPE Hazard Assessments,

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LOTO Procedures, Accident/Incident investigations and Safety Inspections.

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Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

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Follows all safety, USDA, and GMP policies and guidelines.

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Maintain a clean and organized work area.

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Ability to work in a fast paced environment.

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Ability to communicate effectively and follow verbal and written instructions & policies.

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Must be able to work in a team atmosphere and possess good leadership skills.

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Must have working knowledge of all positions on the line.

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Must be willing and able to perform physical requirements of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.

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Must be at least 18 years of age and legally authorized to work in the United States.

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Must pass a background check, drug screen and pre-employment physical.

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Some positions may require the ability to read, write, and/or speak English.  Bilingual in English/Spanish helpful.

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Physical Requirements:

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Standing (8 hours a day or more).

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Lifting, carrying, pushing or pulling (up to and including 50lbs or more).

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Reaching overhead (up to and including 25lbs).

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Operating hand held and/or mechanical machinery.

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Walking/climbing stairs.  Gripping, grasping, and twisting using hands and wrists.

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Bending and stooping for long periods of time.

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Working with scissors or knives.

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Working Conditions/Department Description:

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Department works until processing is complete.  Overtime and weekend work may be required.

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Pay is base pay plus a premium of $0.75 per hour. 

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There is mandatory seasonal work for approximately 5 to 6 weeks during the months of October and November, which includes working 7 days per week.

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Job duties may vary from day to day depending on department’s needs

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May work in damp, cold, hot, and warm environments.

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Works with loud and noisy machinery, with and/or around chemicals/fumes/pungent odors

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**This position is deemed Safety Sensitive for purposes of Butterball’s Drug/Alcohol Screening & Testing Policy. Please refer to the Drug/Alcohol Screening & Testing Policy for important information, including the obligations that Safety Sensitive employees have with respect to the lawful use of drugs and medications.**

The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of what is required of personnel so classified. Furthermore, they do not imply or establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the employer. \nButterball, LLC is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to the fair and impartial treatment of all employees and applicants for employment without regard to gender, age, race, religion, color, national origin, physical or mental disability, military/veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, genetic information, marital status, parental status, pregnancy, or any other status protected by law.\n\nThis position is deemed Safety Sensitive for purposes of Butterball’s Drug/Alcohol Screening & Testing Policy. Details will be provided to individuals who receive a conditional job offer, or upon request.\t