Warehouse Associate - Safety

Join our team and live the Ollie-tude! : (Ollie’s Core Values)

• BE A TEAM PLAYER- Associates are expected to be supportive and work together.
• BE CARING- How do I treat others with courtesy, dignity, and respect?
• BE VALUE OBSESSED- Live the good stuff cheap mindset.
• BE COMMITTED- Operate with grit, passion, tenacity, and action.
• BE GROWING- How do we get better every day?
• BE REAL- Associates should be honest, transparent, genuine, trustworthy, and sincere.

Ollie’s Associate Benefits :

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and RX coverage begins after 90 Days of employment
• 401K, generous company match with immediate vesting
• 20% associate discount on all Ollie’s purchases
• Vast array of voluntary benefits

Responsibilities :

• Assist in the implementation and enforcement of safety policies and procedures
• Conduct safety inspections and audits to identify potential hazards and risks
• Provide safety training to associates, including to both new hires as well as refresher trainings to existing associates
• Conducts written and practical MHE training for all new and existing associates
• Supports the investigation of accidents, incidents, and near misses
• Maintain safety records and documentation as required
• Collaborate with Operations Leadership to address safety concerns
• Contribute to the development of safety orientations for new hires and contractors
• Participate in Safety Committee meetings and discussions as needed
• Stay informed about relevant safety regulations and best practices
• Communicate directly with associates about best safety practices
• Monitors all ID badges for entry / exit compliance to the facility as needed
• Responds to Emergency situations, such as medical, fire, weather, hazardous material, and security related incidents and takes appropriate actions, as stated in Ollies policy
• Any additional responsibilities as identified from Operations Leadership or the Safety Manager

Qualifications :

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred, not required
• Minimum of 1-3 years of experience in a safety-related role, preferably in manufacturing or industrial setting
• Basic understanding of safety principles and willingness to learn and apply new concepts
• Excellent communication & interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively train and communicate safety procedures to associates at all levels
• Demonstrated ability to conduct safety inspections, audits, and investigations
• Proven problem-solving skills and attention to detail in identifying and addressing safety hazards
• Ability to work effectively in a team and follow instructions from supervisors
• Ability to work a flexible schedule (until work is done)

Physical Requirements :

• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds
• Ability to push and pull up to 35 pounds
• Ability to bend and twist frequently
• Must have ability to move and handle boxes of merchandise and fixtures
• Ability to work in a constant state of alertness and safe manner
• Ability to stand for extended periods of time
• Ability to sit for extended periods of time
30+ days ago