Safety Specialist

Position Description and Purpose:

Founded in 1923 and headquartered in Grand Rapids, Michigan, Roskam Foods is a leading contract manufacturer that partners with world-renowned food brands, retailers, and food service providers to produce a myriad of frozen, refrigerated and shelf-stable products. We're a scaled, diversified operation with over 2 million square feet of manufacturing and 50 production lines across 8 facilities in the U.S. and Canada. We believe in the power of purpose-driven leadership to generate value for all. And we're on a mission to optimize the potential of our people and brands. We are passionate about multiplying possibilities for our employees and our partners.

Roskam Foods produces and packages food products with the goal of consistently meeting and exceeding customer expectations for quality, safety, and wholesomeness.

Key Essential Functions/Duties:

• Safety Program Support
  • Assist in implementing and maintaining safety policies, procedures, and programs.
  • Conduct regular safety inspections and audits to identify hazards and ensure compliance.
  • Support the development of job hazard analyses (JHAs) and risk assessments.
• Training & Communication
  • Deliver safety orientation and ongoing training for employees and contractors.
  • Promote safety awareness through signage, campaigns, and toolbox talks.
  • Maintain training records and ensure documentation is up to date.
• Incident Response & Investigation
  • Respond to workplace incidents and near-misses, ensuring timely reporting and documentation.
  • Participate in root cause analysis and corrective action planning.
  • Track and analyze safety data to identify trends and improvement opportunities.
• Regulatory Compliance
  • Ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, and food industry safety standards (e.g., GMP, HACCP).
  • Assist with regulatory reporting and documentation.
  • Stay informed on changes in safety regulations and best practices.
• Collaboration & Culture Building
  • Work closely with HR, operations, and maintenance teams to support safe work practices.
  • Engage employees in safety initiatives and encourage proactive hazard reporting.
  • Support emergency preparedness and response planning.

Education/Experience/Skills/Qualifications:

• Associate or Bachelor's degree in Occupational Safety, Environmental Health, or related field preferred.
• 2+ years of experience in workplace safety, preferably in food manufacturing or industrial settings.
• Knowledge of OSHA regulations and food safety standards.
• Other applicable safety certifications or trainings such as, OSHA 30, ASP, etc.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and safety management systems.

Roskam Foods offers a competitive compensation package that includes medical, dental, and vision benefits, tuition reimbursement, life and disability insurance, and a 401 (k) plan with company match.

AAP/EEO Statement: Roskam Foods is a recognized veteran-friendly and equal opportunity employer.

We are excited to introduce you to all that Roskam has to offer-from the many valuable benefits to programs that support your lifestyle needs and opportunities for professional development. Roskam is an equal opportunity employer.