Harvest Safety Technician

Job Title: Harvest Safety Technician
Duration: 2+ Months
Location: Worthington, IN 47465

Description:
Position Summary
The Harvest Safety Technician plays a critical role in ensuring a safe working environment during harvest operations. This position is responsible for conducting detailed line audits, identifying unsafe acts and conditions, and driving timely corrective actions. The role requires a proactive individual who is comfortable intervening when safety concerns arise and collaborating closely with operations and safety leadership.

* Weekly Schedule (how many hours/days):See Below
* Shift Times: See Below
* Interview required? Yes
* Resume required? YES - please include preferred shift at the top of the resume.
* Any specific skills, requirements or experience you want in a candidate: See Details below. Ability to lift, push, pull up to 60 pounds; need to be able to read and write in English, must be able to use stairs, Experience with computers. Good communication and people skills. Basic understanding of workplace safety principles.
* Any additional Medical Surveillance testing required? No. We provide (over the glasses) safety glasses but not prescription safety glasses.
* Any exposure to common allergens? Yes: Dust, Insects
* Will non-local/remote candidates be considered? Must work on site, can drive from anywhere to get here. Must have reliable transportation.
* Will they be driving? No
* Is the candidate a minor? must be 18+
* Reason for Opening position? Corn Harvest
* Screens: Must clear both Drug & Background screens
* TOBACCO FREE FACILITY - No vaping, smoking, chew allowed onsite.
* Incentive for duration of this job posting : Opportunity for monthly attendance bonus if perfect attendance achieved.
Attendance Hotline: Contractors should call: Attendance is 812-875-2400 extension 200
* Timekeeping - Worker or supplier to submit: Worker is provided with the applicable task code.
* Orientation starts at 7:30am Monday. Then they will start at 7:00am every other day their first week.

* Shift 2: +$3 differential
* Shift 3: +$2 differential
Schedule update (as of 8/11/26): Will be moving to 12 hour shifts.
3 -12 hours and a 6 hour day for a week total of 42 hours instead of 6 - 8 hour days. Same plan we worked last harvest.
Wednesday is still considered Day shift. It is just a half day. Since we do not have 3 different shifts, we have day shift & night shift. With Night shift getting the $2 / hr and starts after 6:00pm
Front half employees:
Sunday - Tuesday 6:30 AM - 7:00 PM
Wednesday 6:30 AM - 1:00 PM
Back Half employees:
Wednesday 12:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Thursday - Saturday 6:30 AM - 7:00 PM

Key Responsibilities
Safety Audits & Observations

• Conduct routine and detailed "line walks" across all operational areas during harvest.
• Identify unsafe behaviors, hazards, and at-risk conditions.
• Document findings and communicate observations to relevant personnel.
• Follow through to ensure corrective actions are implemented and sustained.

Intervention & Corrective Actions

• Actively intervene when unsafe acts or conditions are observed.
• Coach employees and operators to reinforce safe work practices.
• Partner with supervisors to drive immediate and long-term corrective solutions.

Operational Support

• Develop working knowledge of key operational roles and processes.
• Provide occasional support by filling in for line operators as needed.
• Assist in maintaining workflow continuity during peak harvest periods.

Safety Program Support

• Ensure compliance with:
  • Isolation of Energy (LOTO)
  • Job Safety Analyses (JSA)
  • Permit systems (hot work, confined space, etc.)
• Verify that required safety documentation is completed accurately and consistently.

Industrial Hygiene (IH) Support

• Assist in industrial hygiene monitoring activities (e.g., noise, dust).
• Support data collection and reporting efforts.
• Help ensure compliance with exposure limits and safety standards.

Collaboration & Communication

• Work closely with the Site Safety Supervisor and Training Technician.
• Support safety initiatives, training reinforcement, and continuous improvement efforts.
• Participate in daily start-up meetings and help promote a strong safety culture across the site.

Qualifications
Required

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Strong observation skills and attention to detail.
• Ability and willingness to speak up and intervene in unsafe situations.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Basic understanding of workplace safety principles.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, physically active environment.
• Strong problem-solving skills and accountability for follow-through.
• Adaptability to changing priorities during harvest operations.

Working Conditions

• Frequent walking, standing, and exposure to production environments.
• May include varying shifts, including extended hours during harvest seasons.
• Exposure to noise, dust, and varying weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Assist with basic industrial hygiene functions such dosimeter & dust monitoring.
• Assist with required program inspections (i.e. emergency lighting, eye wash) and visual inspection requirements (i.e. ladders, fall protection, fire extinguishers).
• May assist with preparation of reports, graphs, and presentation materials to communicate key safety statistics. Periodically assist with scheduling, workflow planning, and other issues as they arise.
• Willing and able to work in a variety of areas (field, plant, warehouse).
• Willingness and ability to work overtime hours including weekend work required during seasonal peaks.
• May require shift work.
• Research/investigate moderate to complex safety issues and recommend/implement corrective actions to solve the issues.
• Must be able to manage several projects at a once while meeting established deadlines.
• Must possess a valid driver's license.
• May be assigned to other tasks based on business need.