Job Description

Safety Trainer

Since 1967, New Horizons Baking Company has proudly partnered with some of the nation's most recognizable food brands. We are a fully operating bakery producing high-quality, ready-to-eat hamburger buns and pancakes, serving more than 2,000 quick-service restaurants, retail chains, and sandwich makers across the Midwest. Our Columbus facility represents the next evolution of our businessdesigned with innovation, sustainability, and operational excellence at the forefront. The facility features modern, high-speed production lines capable of producing over 8,000 buns per hour, alongside dedicated pancake production operations that further expand our product portfolio. With construction complete and operations underway, we continue to grow our team to support ongoing production, quality, and customer demand. We are seeking motivated, dedicated individuals who want to be part of a thriving, fast-paced manufacturing environment and contribute to the continued success of New Horizons Baking Company.

Compensation & Benefits: Salary Range: $55,000 - $65,000 (Based on Experience) We offer a comprehensive benefits package including Medical, company paid Dental and Vision, Disability and Life Insurance, 401K with match, and paid Vacation. Additional benefits include:

• Employee appreciation lunches and events
• Opportunities for development and job advancement

Position Summary

We are seeking a motivated and experienced Safety Trainer to join our growing food manufacturing team. The Safety Trainer will be responsible for training employees on workplace safety, food safety procedures, OSHA regulations, GMP standards, sanitation practices, and company policies. This position plays a key role in maintaining a safe, compliant, and productive work environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct new hire orientation and safety training; ensure our Qualified Process is active, thorough, and effective
• Train employees on OSHA regulations, GMPs, HACCP, PPE, Lockout/Tagout, Forklift safety, Sanitation procedures, Fall protection, MEWP training, Confined space, Electrical and Arc Flash training
• Lead ongoing safety meetings and refresher training sessions
• Maintain training records and compliance documentation
• Perform safety audits and identify workplace hazards
• Assist with incident investigations and corrective actions
• Ensure employees follow company safety and food safety standards
• Support continuous improvement and accident prevention programs
• Work closely with supervisors, HR, quality assurance, and production teams

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; Certificate/AA in OSH preferred
• Previous manufacturing or food production experience preferred
• Safety training and leadership experience required
• Knowledge of OSHA, GMP, HACCP, and food safety regulations
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• Multi-site operations experience preferred
• Basic computer skills required
• Ability to conduct hands-on and classroom training

Preferred Qualifications

• OSHA 10 & OSHA 30 certification
• HACCP certification
• Forklift trainer certification
• First Aid/CPR certification

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