Site Leader - Occupational Health & Safety
Job DescriptionPreventing and fixing problems on technologically advanced, high-speed machines that produce top-notch products for ¼ of the world’s population is no easy feat, but it’s worth it when you’re recognized often by your manager, supported by your team, and see the products you produce being used by your own family at the end of the day.
In this role, you will:
Legal Compliance Management: Interpret, understand, and continuously monitor/manage changing implications of relevant legal requirements applicable to site activities and operations.
Complex Risk Assessment: Able to identify and understand complex occupational health and safety hazards, assess associated risks, and develop similar skills and capabilities in others.
Subject Matter Expertise: Stay skilled in pertinent occupational health and safety subjects, particularly those covered by K-C OH&S and E&S Performance Standards and linked to operation-specific risks.
Leadership in Incident Management: Participate in occupational health and safety incident investigations and conduct causal analyses while building similar skills and capabilities in others.
Training Development and Delivery: Develop, deliver, and train others across a broad spectrum of OH&S and E&S topics relevant to moderately complex operations.
Program Maturity Assessments: Conduct routine checks/self-assessments of the site's occupational health and safety program maturity and performance in moderately complex operations.
Leadership Skills: Demonstrate relevant leadership skills related to accountability, positive role modeling, and commitment as per the Leadership Curriculum.
Technological Acumen: Leverage data and digital systems/platforms to improve decision-making and problem-solving. Address technological advancements, such as automation, as relevant to tasks/duties of the role.
Project Management and Change Management: Exhibit capabilities in project management and managing change effectively.
Lean Mindset and Collaboration: Role model a lean mindset, emphasizing continuous improvement and value to the customer. Embrace a "go to where the work happens" attitude. Demonstrate strong collaboration and relationship-building skills.
Manufacturing Planning/Execution/Capital Allocation: Possess familiarity with manufacturing planning, execution, and capital allocation processes.
Compliance Assurance:
OH&S and E&S Management System:
Risk Management:
Identify occupational health and safety aspects, hazards, emerging requirements, etc., and verify that they are managed to acceptable levels of risk or impact.
Objective Setting:
Program Maturity:
Global and Regional Strategies:
Event Investigations:
Training and Orientation:
Contractor Compliance:
Data Analysis and Reporting:
Emergency Response Support:
Led by Purpose. Driven by You.
About You
You perform at the highest level possible, and you appreciate a performance culture fueled by authentic caring. You want to be part of a company actively dedicated to sustainability, inclusion, wellbeing, and career development.
You love what you do, especially when the work you do makes a difference. At Kimberly-Clark, we’re constantly exploring new ideas on how, when, and where we can best achieve results.
To succeed in this role, you will need the following qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in safety, occupational health, industrial hygiene, or a related field.
5 plus years of experience in safety, occupational health and industrial hygiene management within a manufacturing environment, with a focus on legal compliance, risk management, and adherence to company standards.
Qualifications required by local regulatory authorities if any.
2 plus years of experience in a leadership, management, or supervisory role.
Strong communications, interpersonal skills with ability to engage at all levels of the organization.
Ability to influence behaviors/outcomes w/o direct authority.
Preferred Qualifications
Pursuing or possessing relevant Professional Certifications (e.g., PE, CIH, CSP, HMM, NEBOSH, etc.).
Previous experience with a consumer products organization.
Total Benefits
We believe that our employees are our greatest asset, and we're committed to providing them with the resources they need to be successful. If you're looking for a rewarding career with a company that cares about its employees, then Kimberly-Clark is the place for you.
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Salary Range: 105,740 – 130,620 USD At Kimberly-Clark, pay is just one aspect of our total rewards package, which also includes a variety of benefits and opportunities to achieve, thrive and grow. Along with base pay, this position offers eligibility for a target bonus and a comprehensive benefits suite, including our 401(k) and Profit Sharing plan. The anticipated base pay range for this role is provided above for a fully qualified hire. Actual pay will depend on several factors, such as location, role, skills, performance, and experience. Please note that the stated pay range applies to US locations only.
Primary LocationLaGrange Mill
Additional LocationsWorker TypeEmployee
Worker Sub-TypeRegular
Time TypeFull time