Facility Security & Safety Officer (Nights)

Danville, VA
Full Time
Experienced

Company Summary
The world needs our help. Today 8 billion people live on the planet with less arable land than ever before. We need a solution to cultivate more using less and define the future of farming for generations to come.

AeroFarms is part of that solution, transforming agriculture with people and planet in mind. As a Certified B Corporation and pioneer in indoor vertical farming, we use our proprietary technology to grow produce using up to 95% less water and no pesticides ever. The result is a portfolio of products that burst with flavor, taste, and nutritional value. Now in over 1,000 stores across the United States, we are scaling our award-winning brand and technology around the world. As AeroFarms approaches our next phase of explosive growth, we seek passionate and motivated individuals to join our team. If a group of 200+ intellectually curious coworkers, expansive global operations, and our change-the-world mission resonates with you, apply today. Learn more about AeroFarms and join us as we grow the best plants possible for the betterment of humanity.

Pay Range: $15.00 - $18.00 per hour

Job Summary: 
AeroFarms is seeking a dedicated and experienced Safety and Security specialist to join our team. The ideal candidate will play a crucial role in ensuring the safety and security of our personnel, visitors, and facilities. This position requires a detail-oriented professional with strong integrity, sound judgment, excellent time-management skills, and effective report-writing abilities. The ideal candidate is eager to learn, takes initiative, and consistently promotes a culture of safety and security throughout the facility.   This position reports directly to the EHS manager. 
 
Safety Responsibilities: 
  • Foster a “Safety First” culture in the work environment. 
  • Conduct fire extinguisher inspections. 
  • Inventory and restock First Aid Cabinets 
  • Build partnerships with other departments through teamwork to enhance overall safety and security measures. 
  • Perform Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) observations throughout shifts. 
  • Actively participate in Safety Committee meetings and discussions. 
  • Document safety observations and report incidents immediately to Management. 
  • Maintain policy and procedure documentation and monitor for effectiveness. 
  • Lead Medical Emergency Response Team (MERT) to include active engagement in emergency evacuations, shelter in place measures, medical events, etc. 
  • Assist EHS manager with incident, injury, and near-miss investigations, collecting witness statements and supporting documentation, and support corrective and preventive action (CAPA) implementation as delegate by the EHS manager. 
  • Support and assist EHS manager with OSHA regulation compliance, company safety policies, assist EHS manager with safety audits and inspections.  
  • Monitor compliance with PPE, LOTO, machine guarding, and hazard communication requirements. 
 
Security Responsibilities: 
  • Regularly monitor the premises to maintain order and establish a presence. 
  • Observe camera system and review video as necessary. 
  • Ensure all employees and visitors have the proper badge and scan in and out of the building and conduct routine security access patrols 
  • Document and report suspicious activity to site leadership 
  • Ability to prepare clear, accurate, and timely surveillance activity reports, incidents, security, and safety reports to the EHS manager. 
  • Assist in organizing, updating, and maintaining and auditing Safety Data Sheets (SDS) to ensure compliance with safety regulations as instructed by EHS Manager. 
  • Other duties and special projects as directed by EHS Manager. 

Work Environment: 
  • Work is performed in office, warehouse, production, and indoor agricultural growing environments.  
  • Exposure to humid conditions, cleaning chemicals, noise, moving equipment, and production machinery may occur.  
  • Required use of personal protective equipment (PPE) in designated areas. 
 
Minimum Qualifications: 
  • High School diploma or equivalent. 
  •  Ability to work a 12-hour overnight shift (6:00 PM–6:00 AM) on a rotating 2-2-3 schedule, including weekends and holidays as required. Must be available to work weekends. 
  • Ability to respect and maintain confidential information. 
  • Ability to understand and comply with GMPs and food safety regulations when patrolling the farm. 
  • Able to communicate EHS best practices with all levels of the workforce. 
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills. 
  • Demonstrated ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and manage time effectively. 
  • Ability to learn and comprehend the safe operation of equipment and processes. 
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, ppt, etc.) 
  • Experience working in Production, Warehouse, and Maintenance operations. 
  • Experience in Health and Safety compliance metrics and/or Site Security protocols. 
  • Knowledge of risk assessments, chemical compliance, personal protective equipment (PPE) use, machine safeguarding, lock out tag out (LOTO), waste management, and spill response. 
Preferred Qualifications: 
  • CPR and First Aid certified. 
  • 1 – 3 years experience in security, EHS, safety, etc. 
  • Basic knowledge of OSHA regulations, OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification 
  • Experience with surveillance systems/camera 
  • Experience with incident reports 
Physical Requirements 
  • Ability to walk, stand, and patrol for extended periods.  
  • Ability to climb stairs and navigate production, warehouse, and growing areas.  
  • Ability to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally.  
  • Ability to work in varying temperatures and humidity levels typical of indoor farming operations.  
  • Ability to conduct security walks in day and night conditions 
  • Ability to respond quickly during emergencies. 


Internal candidates seeking promotion must have completed a minimum of six months in their current role before becoming eligible for consideration. Additionally, they should have no more than 5 points and no corrective actions in the last 6 months.

In accordance with organizational protocol, employees will at times be required to fill absences in the operation process that are equal to or lower than their positional hierarchy. Additionally, if an employee is absent, the role of the absent employee is to be completed by their immediate superior.
 
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