Injury Prevention Specialist (Bilingual)
Greater Omaha Packing
9 days ago
Full-time
On-site
Omaha, Nebraska, United States
Health and Wellness
Key Responsibilities
- Provide early intervention support at the firstâaid level for musculoskeletal discomfort and minor workârelated issues.
- Communicate clearly with employees in English and Spanish or English and French, ensuring understanding of instructions and safety guidance.
- Observe employee responses to interventions and document basic progress or concerns, reporting updates to the OHS Manager or plant nurse as needed.
- Assist with simple therapeutic activities such as:
- Guided stretching
- Basic exercises
- Heat or cold application
- Other approved firstâaid–level modalities
- Educate employees on:
- Proper body mechanics
- Safe work practices
- Stretching routines
- Injury prevention basics
- Support newâhire processes by assisting with preâemployment physicals and reviewing paperwork, escalating concerns to the OHS Manager when appropriate.
- Help prepare and maintain treatment areas, including:
- Cleaning and setting up equipment
- Monitoring supply levels
- Observe work tasks and workflows to identify potential ergonomic risks, reporting concerns to the Safety or Occupational Health team.
- Assist with employee training sessions related to safety, ergonomics, and injury prevention.
- Maintain confidentiality and follow safety, legal, and ethical standards at all times.
- Support positive employee relations and collaborate respectfully with production, HR, and safety teams.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications (Entry-Level)
- Basic understanding of the human body, movement, or physical activity (education or experience in kinesiology, exercise science, athletic training, physical therapy assisting, or similar fields is helpful).
- Ability to clearly explain instructions to employees with different experience levels.
- Bilingual: English and Spanish or English and French (required).
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Comfortable working in a manufacturing environment.
- Attention to detail for basic documentation and reporting.
- Willingness to learn and follow established safety and occupational health procedures.
- Physical ability to demonstrate exercises and assist with light handsâon activities.
- Basic computer skills for documentation and communication.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required within 30 days of hire.