Manages plant safety and risk programs to ensure safe and accident-free work environment. Implements safety concepts to provide an accident-free workplace. Plans and/or delivers programs to train managers and employees in work site safety practices. Promotes plant safety by working with all departments to analyze current situations and recommend safety improvements. Analyzes accident data to identify trends and accident types that can be prevented. The position may have direct reports.How you'll make contributions that matter...- Reviewing regulations and insuring compliance
- Review incident reports and assist with corrective actions
- Perform/review JSA's for all plant positions annually
- Maintain inventory of all plant required PPE, work to provide best PPE options
- Maintain Health & Safety Programs
- Develop and enhance Policies and Procedures through on the floor presence and employee engagement
- Conduct Inspections and Audits
- Work with Human Resources to assist with the Worker's Compensation programs
- Maintain up to date information by attending Safety Related Training Courses
- Help facilitate annual Safety Training
- Provide Safety Training at new hire orientations
- Participate in and Facilitate Plant Safety Meetings
- Evaluate and present Safety related plant projects
- Participate in project meetings identifying safety risks ahead of project date. Evaluate new equipment for safety hazards and develop LOTO procedures.
- Analyze historical data to identify root causes and patterns in safety
- Follow up on corporate safety audit action items and management of the action log
- Perform LOTO and Confined Space Audits, Fall Protection Inspections and maintain associated programs
- Risk Assessment and site preparedness for emergency action plans
- Prepare and participate in corporate safety audits.
- Safety Management Systems (SDS, Safe Link, Brady) liaison and management follow up
- Provide leadership in all areas of Health & Safety and perform additional duties as required
- Supervise the environmental compliance programs to ensure compliance with local, state and federal guidelines as applicable to each program component and requirement.
- Assess costs to the company from safety incidents and report to management to facilitate decision making
- Overall responsibility for the implementation and regulatory compliance of PSM and RMP programs, and assist in maintaining the integrity of the plant's ammonia and related cooling process system
- Evaluate environmental problems to develop methods and equipment to maintain regulatory compliance. Stay current with emerging environmental control technology and trends (BACT).
You are best suited for the role if you have the following experience, skills, and qualifications- Values that align with the Saputo culture: Efficiency through Simplicity; Family Oriented Environment; Ownership & Commitment; Hand on Approach; Passion.
- Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Safety Management, Industrial Risk Management, Enviornmental, or the equivalent combination of relevant experience and education and 2 or more years of relevant experience in food/dairy manufacturing preferred.
- Ability to read and interpret OSHA standards.
- Ability to develop relationships and effectively influence at all levels internally (i.e. management teams) and externally (regulators).
- Strong strategic thinking skills with broad-based business acumen and experience, with proven ability to identify opportunities and lead change initiatives.
- Ability to train and motivate others to champion Health and Safety success.
- Environmental reporting preferred
- Excellent interpersonal, communication, prioritization, time management, organizational and analytical skills
- Ability to work flexible hours, weekends and holidays.
- Experience with Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Programmable Logic Controllers, & project & manufacturing software.
We support and care for our employees by providing them with...- Development opportunities that enhance you career fulfillment
- Meaningful compensation & benefits that help you care for your family
- Opportunities to contribute to your community and enhance the lives of others through Saputo products
Salary Range: $70,050 to $91,950
"Salary offers will vary commensurate with experience, educations, skills and training"
In the USA, Saputo ranks among the top three cheese producers and is one of the top producers of extended shelf-life and cultured dairy products, with a portfolio of well-loved brands such as Stella, Frigo Cheese, Montchevre, Stella, and Treasure Cave. We also boast a strong foodservice presence, partnering with reputable chain restaurants and broadline distributors.
Whether your expertise lies in manufacturing, operations, supply chain, sales, quality assurance, or in any other function, your role is integral to our success. You will make contributions that matter, all while working alongside colleagues who genuinely care about your success and who will roll up their sleeves to help.
