Fsqa And Employee Safety Manager

For more than a century, Ben E. Keith Company has been a leader in fine food and premium beverage distribution, and we strive to consistently exceed our customers' expectations.
Our Food Division is a complete broad line multi-state distributor, and our Beverage Division operates throughout the state of Texas as a proud distributor of Anheuser-Busch products, craft and import beer brands, spirits, and wine.
We are dedicated to the growth and success of our business, our customers, and our employees-continuing our commitment to delivering quality since 1906.
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The Food Safety Quality Assurance & Employee Safety Manager is the on-site safety and regulatory authority at the facility. This position has the primary responsibility of driving the food & Employee Safety systems of the plant by developing, modifying, and maintaining the plant's HACCP, SSOP, Employee Safety program to ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements for the production of safe and wholesome meat products.
Manage and keep facility in USDA/FDA and OSHA compliance.
•Conduct daily safety walk throughs of work areas.
•Identify and report unsafe working conditions to management as needed.
•Recommend solutions and ways to prevent potential hazards from happening or reoccurring.
•Stay informed and up to date on new and relevant changes to Food Safety and OSHA regulations by attending conferences, seminars, and/or classes.
Manage and lead the Employee Safety committee team.
•Partner with managers to develop, implement, and manage the Employee Safety team program to include front line workers for safety evaluations.
Manage the USDA plant relations and act as the plant liaison to resolve all USDA issues or concerns.
•Resolve and respond to all USDA Non-Compliance records in a complete and timely manner.
•Appeal any Non-Compliance records that are inaccurate or incomplete.
•Ensure corrective and preventative actions are implemented.Manage and track training in our training system.
•Ensure prerequisite requirements are met under HACCP, SSOP, and Employee Safety programs.
•Audit documentation to ensure compliance.
•Identify training opportunities for staff and recommend improvements for employee development.
Manage Employee Safety & OSHA programs.
•Conduct monthly safety meetings and audits to ensure employees are complying with safety policies.
•Assist Managers and Supervisors with weekly safety topics and assist with training as needed.
•Coordinate annual hearing test & FIT test.
•Conduct accident investigations on accidents & incidents. Ensure post-accident treatment is administered if needed along with post-accident drug screen.
•Communicate with Workers Compensation regarding treatment, status of employee and any restrictions, etc.
•Ensure appropriate training in emergency response, spill response, disaster preparedness, and crisis management; ensure drills and equipment are in a ready state.
•Lead and manage annual 3rd party audits.
•Manage the Alchemy Advantage Program and maintain a relationship with the Food Safety & OSHA consultant.
•Provide quarterly trend reports for employee and food safety to direct manager.
Perform other duties as required or assigned.
MANAGERIAL DUTIES
•Manage the day-to-day activities of the Sanitation and QA employees.
•Provide feedback to the Assistant Plant & FSQA Manager related to the performance of direct reports.
•Consistently demonstrate and model good management and self-management practices in support of BEK culture.
Knowledge and Experience - The following are education and experience requirements for the FSQA & Employee Safety Manager.
•Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Animal Science, Quality, Business or related field required.
•Certifications in OSHA, Food Safety, HACCP and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) preferred.3+ years of progressive food processing environment under HACCP, USDA, Good Manufacturing Practices, and/or FDA is a plus.
•Knowledge of OSHA guidelines preferred.
•Knowledge of recalls and traceability procedures.
•Strong computer skills, with experience using Word, Excel, Outlook, Access, and PowerPoint. Knowledge of food and Employee Safety software is a plus.
•Experience developing & implementing safety programs and policies strongly desired.
Listed below are skills and attributes that will promote successful job performance as an FSQA & Employee Manager:
•Strong decision-making skills with the ability to think critically and solve complex problems.
•Ability to maintain effective working relationships with employees, supervisors, vendors, customers, and communicate effectively with all departments.
•Enthusiastic self-starter.
•Ability to receive and follow directions.
•Strong attention to detail and good problem-solving skills.
•Ability to multi-task and prioritize.
•Ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds.
Ben E. Keith (BEK) Company is one of the largest food and beverage distributors in the United States. We are a family-owned business with a long-standing tradition of supporting the diverse communities in which we live and work. Our competitive employee benefits provide health and financial protection to our employees and their families.
•Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance
•Short and Long Term Disability
•401K with matching contribution
•Profit-Sharing Plan (100% company-paid)
•Employee Assistance Program
•Wellness Program
•Educational Assistance Program
•Paid Vacation and holidays
•Employee Credit Union
We have sought to create an environment in which the contributions of each employee at Ben E. Keith are fully valued. This means more than simply treating one another with respect; it also means considering how all our people can positively impact the quality of the decisions we make about our business.
Here at Ben E. Keith, we recognize that our workforce reflects the increasingly diverse nature of our society, and we want to do all we can to take advantage of that diversity with both our external and internal customers. We believe our differences are also our strengths and we want to do all we can to use those strengths to find more creative solutions for the business challenges we face. Ben E. Keith is an equal employment opportunity, affirmative action employer. VEVRAA Federal Contractor
Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled
Other details

• Job Family Executive
• Job Function Administration
• Pay Type Salary
• Employment Indicator Safety Sensitive
• Required Education Bachelor's Degree