Job Description
Job Description
Description : Safety Manager
Job Title : Safety Manager Division / Department Reports to : Recruiter and Safety Specialist
FLSA Status : Exempt Work Comp Code : 2836
Employee Department : 1520 Employee Status : Full-time
Effective Date : 10 / 16 / 2024 Labor Type : Indirect
EEO Code : Professional
Summary :
The Safety Manager is responsible for ensuring the safety of the workplace for both office and plant personnel on a daily basis. This position will work closely with several other departments (including but not limited to maintenance, production, office) without having direct control over these areas. In addition, this position will utilize others in the plant, to assist with safety throughout the facility. Strong organization, collaboration, teamwork, attention to detail, and excellent communication skills will be required. Must be willing to work flexible hours. Incumbent must be a team player in order to be successful.
Primary Responsibilities :
Safety :
- Design, implement, and enforce safety procedures and regulations and reduce the risk of accidents.
- Review work procedures verifying compliance with industry standards and regulations
- Communicate regularly to all employees any changes in regulations or procedures.
- Strong partnership with Facility, Security, and Production Managers making sure any safety concerns are addressed.
- Conduct safety meetings, audits, and inspections to ensure compliance, identify corrective actions, and implement follow up assessments.
- Work with other managers to select individuals throughout the plant to serve on safety committee and first responders within the facility.
- Conduct quarterly meetings with safety team members reviewing processes and training on safety compliance policies / programs.
- Audit all new equipment verifying proper installation and work processes on that equipment confirming it meets safety expectations.
- Audit work procedures routinely verifying safety is being followed recommending improvements when issues are noted.
- Collaborates with management to develop, update, and implement emergency action preparedness plans.
- Maintain building and personal safety compliance and procedure manuals.
- Verify required signage is posted and in good condition.
- Conduct safety drills which review both cover and evacuation events.
- Serve as primary contact for injuries and incident notification and case management.
- Investigate what occurred looking for any corrective action to implement.
- Provide First Aide / CPR as needed.
- Personally transport any employee requiring further treatment if ambulance is not necessary.
- Maintain written log of injuries and report tracking metrics and apply findings.
- Assist OSHA or any other agency with safety audits.
- Maintain, manage, review, and file required reports.
- Work Comp
- File work comp claims timely and accurately.
- Work closely with insurance company reviewing and answering any questions or assessments.
- Attend quarterly review call staying up to date on programs of all claims.
- OSHA
- Maintain OSHA 300 log throughout the year ensuring it is complete and accurate.
- Annually file and post OSHA 300 report in a timely manner.
Training :
Conduct and take ownership over safety training of all employees, current and new.Attend new hire orientation meetings presenting safety relate items.Prepare documents or visuals, review, and present Annual Safety Training.Maintain a written log of safety training.Coordinate, develop, implement, and oversee that all trainings verifying regulatory compliance :Equipment trainingForklift training required every three yearsLock out / tag outOther trainings as required for our industry.Maintain personal development and EHS skills.Other :
Work with other Safety Manager developing, auditing, and improving safety policies.Act as a back-up to Safety, Facilities, and Security team members.Other duties and special projects as assigned.Knowledge and Skill Requirements :
Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health and Safety or related field.Minimum of 3-5 years in a safety related role in a manufacturing environment with supervisory / management experience a plus.Must have knowledge of OSHA and EPA standards as it applies to safety and compliance and work comp experience.EMT or EMR trained or willingness to gain EMT or EMR licensing.Strong team player whom has excellent organization skills, attention to detail, ability to be a team player, and lead a team.Ability to work with others without direct supervisory control; possessing critical thinking and problem-solving skills allowing for decision making and quick action.Excellent written and verbal communications skills.Microsoft efficient including Excel, Power Point, Word, etc.English and Spanish speaking is a plusPhysical Demands :
Must be able to work at a computer for long periods of timeMust be able to lift 15-20 pounds occasionallyMust be able to stand and walk around the plant for extended periodsWill require bending, lifting, twistingMust pass background check, drug screen and physicalWorking Conditions :
Working conditions are normal for an office and manufacturing floor environment. Work requires extensive work using a computer. Responsibilities may require early arrival / late departure, off shift week day and weekends in response to work load.
Special Requirements :
NoneEmployee Benefits
40 hours of non-paid time off starts at time of hire and requires supervisor approval to use.PTO accrual starts at time of hire; 1 hour earned for every 40 hours worked. PTO can be used for any reason after 90 days of employment.Vacation accrual starts once eligibility time has been met; requires supervisor approval to use. Increase in vacation time earned is based on years of service schedule.10 paid holidays once eligibility time has been met.Healthcare, dental, and vision along with other voluntary insurances available to employees who have met their eligibility time and work at minimum 30 hours a week.$50k life insurance policy provided to employees who have met their eligibility time and work a minimum of 30 hours a week. Additional coverage available at a discounted rate.Employee Assistance Program to all employees and their eligible family members with 24 / 7 access.401 (k) retirement for employees 21 years and older with ability to contribute 1st of the month following date of hire. Company match up to 50% of a 6% employee contribution after 90 days. Company contributions are discretionary and will be made after our internal approval processes are completed and all requirements have been met.Profit Sharing for employees 21 years and older, have met minimum required worked hours as of January 1st or July 1st based on date of hire. This is automatically contributed to annually. Company contributions are discretionary and will be made after our internal approval processes are completed and all requirements have been met.Sam’s club membership to employees with at least 1 year of service on or before April 1st.Tuition reimbursement / seminars for continued education. Company approval is required and must be related to employee’s current or potential future position with the company,Requirements :
Shifts available dependent on current openings based on production needs :
Ability to work additional hours / days based on projects and production needs