Facility Security & Safety Specialist
Charlie's Produce
Seattle, WA
JOB DETAILS
JOB TYPE
Full-time, Employee
SKILLS
Access Control, Auditing, Best Practices, CCTV, Communication Skills, Computer Security, Corporate Policies, Documentation, Driver's License, Emergency Management, Emergency Planning, Employee Assistance Plan, English Language, Facilities Management, Facilities Planning, Facilities and Maintenance, First Aid, Food Safety, Homeland Security, Interpersonal Skills, Law Enforcement, Maintain Compliance, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Word, OSHA, Onboarding, Operations, Performance Management, Physical Security, Pivot Tables, Problem Solving Skills, Project/Program Management, Regulations, Regulatory Compliance, Reporting Skills, Risk Analysis, Risk Management, Safety Compliance, Safety Equipment, Safety Standards, Safety/Work Safety, Security Attacks, Security Auditing, Security Clearance, Security Compliance, Security Equipment, Security Monitoring, Site Evaluation, Social Security Administration, Staff Training, Supply Chain, Surveillance, Systems Administration/Management, Systems Maintenance, Traceability, Training/Teaching, Trend Analysis, Tuition Fees, Vendor/Supplier Management, Warehousing, Wholesale Industry
LOCATION
Seattle, WA
POSTED
30+ days ago
Charlie's Produce - Who We Are Charlie's Produce is a privately owned wholesale produce company. We are the largest privately owned produce wholesaler on the West Coast, and we are growing. The secret to our success in this industry is PEOPLE! We strive to hire the best and we reward them with a working environment that fosters loyalty, stability, innovation, and growth. Charlie's was founded in quality, and we are proud that it is still our focus.
With a team of dedicated people who are passionate about food, supply chain, and their community we are looking for like-minded individuals to help further our goal to enhance our communities through quality produce.
What we offer:
An amazing company culture!
Medical/Dental/Vision on the first of the month following hire.
ESOP (Profit Sharing) and 401(k).
Paid vacations, paid holidays.
Pre-tax commuter benefits, and onsite parking.
Coverage under State Sick Leave.
100% Prepaid College Tuition for employees and their dependents.
Employee assistance program (EAP).
Additional Compensation Details:
$28.00 - $32.00 per hour
Potential 90-day performance-based raise
Yearly review with possibility of increase based on performance and tenure
Job Description
The Facility Security and Safety Specialist ensures the safety and security of our food distribution facilities. The primary focus of the role is to ensure that our facilities are secure and maintained for the protection of life and property, preservation of our food defense plan, enforcement of laws and regulations, emergency management, planning, facility security, personnel clearances, and continuous employee training & development. The Facility Security and Safety Specialist coordinates with internal teams and external agencies to uphold safety & security standards.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities (any combination of the following job duties):
Promotes a "Safety Focused" culture throughout the company that incorporates operations, transportation, and safety
Operate with strong communication, interpersonal, problem solving, and innovative thinking skills
Ensuring compliance with company policies and security industry regulations
Conduct daily security operations (patrols, access control, surveillance)
Creating security reports for the management on organization's current security status
Develop, implement, and update security policies and procedures
Perform periodic site risk assessments and provide recommended improvements
Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal safety/security regulations
Monitor alarm systems, CCTV, and other security technologies
Ensure implementation of effective facility and security management policies across the business; act as first point of contact regarding security procedures
Collaborate with Safety, HR, and Food Safety to develop an on-going program to ensure employee awareness and compliance to our Security policies & procedures
Conduct regular audits to ensure compliance with food handling and warehouse security standards
Respond to and investigate facility security breaches, thefts, or workplace security incidents
Manage contractor/vendor program by being responsible for badge issuance, visitor logs, safety induction and contractor access to ensure traceability and accountability
Train employees on security protocols and emergency procedures
Coordinating with the external security staff to ensure company needs are met
Audit facility security systems and recommend upgrades
Track and analyze incident trends to improve prevention strategies
Stay updated on emerging threats and best practices in facility security
Monitor access control systems & key management program to prevent unauthorized entry and contamination risks
Peripheral Duties:
Maintain logs, draft incident reports, and assist with compliance documentation
Help coordinate safety drills, onboarding sessions, or refresher courses for employees
Liaise with contractors for maintenance of security systems, alarms, or safety equipment
Track and manage supplies such as PPE, first aid kits, fire extinguishers, and emergency tools
Remind staff of safety protocols, distribute updated guidelines, and encourage compliance
Environmental inspections such as check lighting, signage, and hazard controls to support a safe workplace
Perform routine inspections of CCTV, badge readers, and alarm systems to ensure functionality
Work with HR, facility maintenance, and safety committees on cross-departmental initiatives
Qualifications
State-prescribed security training, licensing, and registration
2+ years of experience in security, safety, or risk management roles
Strong knowledge of physical security systems (CCTV, access control, alarms)
Excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills
Ability to respond calmly and effectively in emergency situations
Familiarity with OSHA, local safety regulations, and compliance standards
Extensive experience in preventing illegal activity and performing access control
Knowledge of security industry regulations
Current driving license and driving record in good standing preferred
Able to safely work outdoors in varying weather conditions
Must be able to read write and speak English fluently
Intermediate word and excel skills for correspondence and reporting duties/ pivot tables
Intermediate MS Outlook skills for regular communication with peers
Must be able to assist a diverse workforce and communicate clearly with various levels of management
Additional Information
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
This is a safety-sensitive position.
This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the Social Security Administration and if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.
We do not provide H1-B sponsorships at this time.
Please note that the pay range provided is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Actual compensation will be dependent on factors, including but not limited to, the individual's qualifications, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities as well as physical work location within the state.
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Charlie's Produce is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Visit our Employment Page for more details or to view our privacy center: https://www.charliesproduce.com/careers/
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This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the Social Security Administration and if necessary the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.
Charlie's Produce is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
About the Company
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Charlie's Produce
Charlie’s Produce is a locally owned produce company. We have been delivering high quality produce to our valued customers since the late 70’s. We currently have 6 distribution centers on the West Coast: Seattle, Spokane, Portland, Los Angeles, Anchorage and Dutch Harbor Alaska.
We are an employee owned company, so each member of our Team is invested in the quality, reputation and success of the business. We support our employees in a variety of ways, not the least of which is offering medical/dental/vision, 401(k), vacation, holiday pay, 100% fully paid tuition and more…….
As a company we pride ourselves on being local, independent, unique and quality driven; which is also exactly what we look for in our employees. If you fit this bill, check out our employment page at www.charliesproduce.com
Charlie’s Produce, the biggest little company you’ll ever work for!
COMPANY SIZE
1,500 to 1,999 employeesINDUSTRY
Food and Beverage Production
FOUNDED
1978
WEBSITE
http://www.charliesproduce.com/