Overview
We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Safety Manager to oversee and enhance our safety programs within the organization. The ideal candidate will be responsible for ensuring compliance with safety regulations, promoting a culture of safety, and minimizing risks on poultry processing facility. This role requires a strong understanding of Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) standards, OSHA regulations, and poultry processing management practices.

Responsibilities

Assists line and staff management to understand OSHA regulations and standards, including guidance on handling OSHA compliance, inspections, and citations
Investigates serious injuries in conjunction with line and staff personnel. Notifies top management of pertinent details
Evaluates hazardous conditions and practices and develops hazard control practices and programs. these include exposure to and danger from flammable, explosive, electrical, noise, radiation, confined spaces, and manual handling risks
Assists in communicating hazard control information and evaluates effectiveness of the control
Guides and assists plant personnel at locations with not only critical safety and health problems but also evaluates and ensures that health, safety and welfare requirements for ventilation, temperature, lighting, sanitary, washing and rest facilities at all locations
Overviews company accident statistics and make recommendations for correction of problem areas
Plans and directs safety and industrial hygiene services of insurance carriers to obtain optimum service
Works with trade and professional organizations to promote goals and objectives in the health and safety area that affect company's business
Assesses new developments in the health and safety field that may have application to the company's operations
Establishes target areas and long-range accident prevention and cost-control objectives
Keeps apprised of developments in federal and state safety laws likely to affect the company
Acts as ranking company representative in dealing with government agencies on safety and health matters affecting the company
Investigates fatalities or serious injuries that occur at company facilities
Convenes the safety committees at each company location. Schedules and supports monthly safety walk thru at each location.
Direct Report for PSM/RMP position. Provides direct supervision for success and continual improvement on the PSM/RMP initiatives.
Recommends on site reviews by either industry safety consultants or agency (IOSHA) staff
Ensures that the company provides essential emergency procedures, first-aid facilities, safety signs, relevant protective clothing and equipment, and incident reporting to relevant authorities
Works with workers' compensation department to follow high-cost or precedent-setting cases
May be required to assist with cost-control efforts, participate in manufacturing improvement committees, and the like
Creates an atmosphere that safety is "number one" by using both firm implementation and also positive affirmation
May be asked to help HR and Management with group health insurance and wellness issues
Helps to set annual and one-time budget numbers for the safety department with management and accounting departments
Strong verbal, written, analytical, and persuasive skills and ability to interact effectively with all levels of employees and management

Competency Statement(s)

Accountability - Ability to accept responsibility and account for his/her actions.
Safety Awareness - Ability to identify and correct conditions that affect employee safety.
Assertiveness - Ability to act in a self-confident manner to facilitate completion of a work assignment or to defend a position or idea while maintaining empathy and respect for others.
Coaching and Development - Ability to provide guidance and feedback to help others strengthen specific knowledge/skill areas.
Communication, Oral - Ability to communicate effectively with others using the spoken word.
Communication, Written - Ability to communicate in writing clearly and concisely.
Leadership - Ability to influence others to perform their jobs effectively and to be responsible for making decisions. This position is responsible for managing Safety Support Staff, organizing and leading Safety committees and conducting safety training company wide.
Management Skills - Ability to organize and direct oneself and effectively supervise others.
Business Acumen - Ability to grasp and understand business concepts and issues.
Organized - Possessing the trait of being organized or following a systematic method of performing a task.
Ethical - Ability to demonstrate conduct conforming to a set of values and accepted standards.
Presentation Skills - Ability to effectively present information publicly.
Honesty / Integrity - Ability to be truthful and be seen as credible in the workplace.
Reliability - The trait of being dependable and trustworthy.

Join our team as we strive to create a safe working environment for all employees while processing high-quality chicken. Your expertise will be invaluable in fostering a culture of safety that prioritizes the well-being of our workforce.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $70,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance

Education:

Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

Safety Management: 5 years (Required)

Ability to Commute:

Kidron, OH 44636 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

Kidron, OH 44636: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Willingness to travel:

25% (Required)

Work Location: In person

Gerber's Poultry

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