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Gerber's Poultry
Safety Manager
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What they do
A Safety Manager inspects work environments and procedures for health and safety concerns, and develops programs to reduce the risk of injury or illness. May specialize in a particular type of industry or in certain kind of safety and health risk, such as radiation, hazardous chemicals, or ergonomics. Works in offices, factories, or mines.
$78,316 / year median in Ohio
+10% projected growth
Job Description
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.
Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
$70,000.00- $80,000.