Essential FunctionsReporting to the HR Manager, the Safety Manager will:
Policy Development and Implementation- Ensure implementation and compliance with the Company's IIPP and other EHS/safety policies.
- Draft and revise safety policies as needed and oversee distribution to applicable employees and contractors.
- Develop and implement an annual safety action plan and master training schedule.
Training Development and Delivery- Develop and deliver ongoing and effective safety training for contractors and employees.
- Serve as management trainer - teach and hold managers accountable for safety training and consulting with their employees.
- Develop Tailgate Training curriculum specific to injury/near-miss trends.
Management Consultant and Business Partner- Provide guidance to management on matters relating to safety policies and procedures.
- Lead the management Safety/Workers' Compensation claim review committee.
- Participate on the employee safety committees and serve as a point of reference and coach.
- Ensure all certifications are maintained properly and recorded accordingly.
Safety Audits and Inspections- Conduct regular, comprehensive on-site safety assessments and monitor corrective actions taken.
Safety Incentive Management- Develop and administer an effective Safety Incentive Program.
Investigation and Root Cause Analysis Assistance- Train managers and supervisors on how to perform effective and complete investigations.
- Assist with root cause analysis.
- Review investigations to determine if proper corrective action was taken.
- Follow up on corrective actions to ensure resolution.
Process Improvement, Hazard Identification and Mitigation- Coordinate and facilitate IH Sampling and Hearing Conservation testing.
- Identify hazards and develop/update JSAs for all roles.
- Work with front-line supervisors to ensure that employees are trained on the hazards associated with their role.
- Help develop effective engineering and behavioral controls to reduce workplace hazards and injuries.
- Identify and encourage process improvement.
Workers' Compensation Claim Management- Manage claims aggressively and consistently.
- Partner with Occupational Medicine clinics, claims adjusters, managers, the Occupational Nurse, and employees for an expedient return to work and effective, expedient course of treatment.
Administration- Oversee training and compliance tracking and recordkeeping, including OSHA log maintenance.
- Ensure compliance with OSHA-specific and general industry regulations, along with other applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations.
- Prepare reports and metrics for management as needed.
DOT Compliance- Work with HR Generalist, Transport staff, and Branch Managers to ensure compliance with DOT regulations.
- Manage and update DOT driver files.
Other Duties- Other responsibilities as assigned related to Safety.
QualificationsMandatory Job RequirementsTo be eligible for this position, an individual must possess the following requirements to perform the essential job functions:
- Must be able to sit, stand, and walk for extended periods, with intermittent climbing, kneeling, bending, and reaching while conducting safety audits and inspections.
- Must be able to work in and around production, process, and outside storage areas, including exposure to noise, dust, gas, or fumes.
- Must be able to drive a company vehicle to travel to multiple worksites within California; this position works within California only.
- Must be able to travel up to 30%.
- Must possess strong reading, writing, and basic-to-advanced mathematical skills.
- Must possess vision sufficient to work at a PC/monitor and review safety documentation, and hearing sufficient to communicate in operations and production environments.
- Must be able to lift and carry up to 25 pounds and fulfill the other physical requirements of the position detailed in the "Physical Requirements" section.
- Must be able to contribute to a safe work environment.
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university in Occupational Safety, Industrial Hygiene, or a related field preferred.
Minimum - Knowledge, Skills and Abilities- Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university in Occupational Safety, Industrial Hygiene, or a related field preferred.
- A minimum of 5+ years safety/risk management experience, preferably in a manufacturing/food processing environment.
- Working knowledge of OSHA regulations and HAZMAT awareness.
- Highly customer-service oriented and a team player; enjoys coaching, training, and troubleshooting.
- Ability to lead, gain trust, and influence at all levels of an organization.
- Good judgment and problem-solving and decision-making skills; organized record keeper.
- Trustworthy self-starter who can work independently on highly detailed tasks and deliver accurate, timely results.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs including Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Excel required; tech-savvy and able to learn new applications.
- Demonstrated organization and accuracy skills; self-motivated, detail-oriented, and able to handle multiple projects/tasks with competing deadlines.
- Ability to solve problems, accept constructive feedback, and show flexibility should priorities and/or deadlines change.
- Excellent verbal and written skills and a high degree of emotional intelligence; able to build productive relationships across all levels of an organization.
