Safety Manager

• Food Manufacturing Real Good Food Company Bolingbrook, IL Job Details Full-time $75,000
• $120,000 a year 22 hours ago Benefits Paid holidays Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Vision insurance 401(k) matching Life insurance Qualifications Teamwork Occupational Safety And Health Administration Outreach Training Program 30-Hour Manufacturing facility experience Bachelor's degree Root cause analysis Full Job Description Real Good Foods is seeking a proactive and experienced Safety Manager to lead the safety function at our USDA•and SQF-certified food manufacturing facility.

This role is key to developing and managing safety programs that ensure regulatory compliance and protect the health and well-being of our employees and operations.•

What You'll Do:

Safety Program Leadership:

• Develop and maintain safety programs aligned with OSHA, SQF, USDA, and FDA regulations
• Deliver engaging safety training on equipment use, hazard prevention, and emergency response
• Conduct facility-wide risk assessments and internal audits to identify and mitigate safety risks

Incident Response & Reporting:

• Lead investigations of workplace accidents, document root causes, and implement corrective actions
• Maintain accurate records of incidents, inspections, and regulatory reporting

Facility & Equipment Safety Oversight:

• Perform regular safety inspections of the plant, equipment, and workstations
• Collaborate with operations and maintenance to ensure safe, ergonomic working conditions

Emergency Preparedness:

• Create and manage emergency response plans for fires, natural disasters, and hazardous spills
• Coordinate and conduct emergency drills and employee response training

Continuous Improvement & Culture Building:

• Promote a proactive safety culture through coaching, visibility, and cross-departmental collaboration
• Analyze safety data to identify trends, drive performance improvements, and support operational goals

• What You Bring:

• Bachelor's degree in Occupational Safety, Environmental Science, or related field (preferred)
• 5+ years of safety leadership experience in food manufacturing or a regulated plant environment
• Certifications such as Certified Safety Professional (CSP) or

OSHA 30/510

strongly preferred

• Deep knowledge of OSHA, USDA, SQF, and local safety regulations
• Strong communication and leadership skills, with experience building and maintaining a safety-first culture
• Ability to lead cross-functional teams, influence at all levels, and drive compliance

• What We Offer:

Health Benefits:

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Retirement:

401(k) plan with company match

Time Off:

Generous paid time off and holidays

Professional Growth:

Support for continuing education, training, and certifications

• Join Real Good Foods and help lead safety excellence in a fast-paced, high-impact food production environment.

Apply today and be part of a team that's committed to doing things the right way—for people and for quality.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$75,000.00

• $120,000.

00 per year

Benefits:

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