Safety Coordinator

We are a growing career oriented bakery company seeking an experienced, motivated individual who is seeking to work in an established bakery operation. The ideal candidate would have experience preferably within a food manufacturing environment, and is knowledgeable with the enforcement of policies and procedures regarding the safety of food manufacturing facilities and equipment.

Position Reports to: Vice President of Plant Operations and Director of Human Resources

Key Alternative Position: N/A

Job Summary: Primary responsibilities include the development and administration of plant wide safety and occupational health, food defense, and security programs including policy statement, formation and operation of safety committees, safety surveys, supervisory and employee safety training programs, and accident investigation procedures. Coordinate with outside safety and health, food defense and security agencies and maintain compliance with local, state, and federal safety and health requirements. Conduct quarterly audits of all locations in conjunction with the Corporate Audit Team. Also administer workers’ compensation activities between employees and health care professionals. Direct further care, oversee HCP activities and monitor plans of action for MMI status.

Company Work Statement: Employees are responsible for executing company processes by working together as a team in a safe, professional, and effective manner. Employees must be in compliance with all company rules as outlined in the Employee Handbook.

• Safety, GMP, House Keeping, & Food Safety Responsibilities

All employees are expected to comply with the established Safety Requirements, Good Manufacturing Practices, Housekeeping Responsibilities and Food Safety Responsibilities as referenced below:

1.1 Safety Requirements:

1.2 Good Manufacturing Practices &

1.3 Food Safety Responsibilities

Fire Prevention & Evacuation

House Keeping Responsibilities

Personal Hygiene and GMP’s

Slip Trips and Falls

Adhere to Company Sanitary Commitment

Food Facility Security

Back Safety & Lifting Techniques

Maintain Clean and Sanitary Equipment

Report ALL Injuries & Accidents

Adhere to Company GMP Commitment

• Physical Requirements
• Able to lift up to 30 pounds on a regular basis.
• Two or more employees must lift anything that weighs more than 30 pounds.

• Education & Experience
• Four year degree in Safety Administration or Equivalent
• One to Three years of experience in a Safety Related Role.

• Position Responsibilities / Objectives
• This is a safety-required position in which the employee is responsible for his or her own or other people’s safety in a manufacturing environment. Safety performance and consciousness requires full, uninterrupted, unbiased, cognitive ability and behavior.
• Responsible for Food Safety
• Responsible for Food Quality
• Responsible for reporting food safety problems to personnel with authority to initiate action.
• Existence and awareness of a suitable and relevant health and safety policy.
• A safe workplace without risk to health.
• Safe plant and machinery, and safe movement, storage and use of articles and substances.
• Adequate provision of first-aid and welfare facilities and support.
• Provision of suitable and current information and supervision concerning health and safety policies and practices.
• Proper and timely assessment of risks to health and safety, and implementation of measures and arrangements identified as necessary from the assessments.
• Provision of emergency procedures, first-aid facilities, safety signs, relevant protective clothing and equipment, and incident reporting to the relevant authorities.
• Liaison as necessary with other organizations and relevant authorities, and assistance and cooperation concerning audits and remedial actions.
• The workplace satisfies health, safety and welfare requirements for ventilation, temperature, lighting, sanitary, washing and rest facilities.
• Prevention and precautions against, or adequate control of, exposure to hazardous substances, and danger from flammable, explosive, electrical, noise, radiation and manual handling risks.
• Surveillance and reporting on health and safety practices and systems.
• Oversee workers’ compensation activities.

Position Reports to: Vice President of Plant Operations and Director of Human Resources

Key Alternative Position: N/A

Job Summary: Primary responsibilities include the development and administration of plant wide safety and occupational health, food defense, and security programs including policy statement, formation and operation of safety committees, safety surveys, supervisory and employee safety training programs, and accident investigation procedures. Coordinate with outside safety and health, food defense and security agencies and maintain compliance with local, state, and federal safety and health requirements. Conduct quarterly audits of all locations in conjunction with the Corporate Audit Team. Also administer workers’ compensation activities between employees and health care professionals. Direct further care, oversee HCP activities and monitor plans of action for MMI status.

Company Work Statement: Employees are responsible for executing company processes by working together as a team in a safe, professional, and effective manner. Employees must be in compliance with all company rules as outlined in the Employee Handbook.

• Safety, GMP, House Keeping, & Food Safety Responsibilities

All employees are expected to comply with the established Safety Requirements, Good Manufacturing Practices, Housekeeping Responsibilities and Food Safety Responsibilities as referenced below:

1.1 Safety Requirements:

1.2 Good Manufacturing Practices &

1.3 Food Safety Responsibilities

Fire Prevention & Evacuation

House Keeping Responsibilities

Personal Hygiene and GMP’s

Slip Trips and Falls

Adhere to Company Sanitary Commitment

Food Facility Security

Back Safety & Lifting Techniques

Maintain Clean and Sanitary Equipment

Report ALL Injuries & Accidents

Adhere to Company GMP Commitment

• Physical Requirements
• Able to lift up to 30 pounds on a regular basis.
• Two or more employees must lift anything that weighs more than 30 pounds.

• Education & Experience
• Four year degree in Safety Administration or Equivalent
• One to Three years of experience in a Safety Related Role.

• Position Responsibilities / Objectives
• This is a safety-required position in which the employee is responsible for his or her own or other people’s safety in a manufacturing environment. Safety performance and consciousness requires full, uninterrupted, unbiased, cognitive ability and behavior.
• Responsible for Food Safety
• Responsible for Food Quality
• Responsible for reporting food safety problems to personnel with authority to initiate action.
• Existence and awareness of a suitable and relevant health and safety policy.
• A safe workplace without risk to health.
• Safe plant and machinery, and safe movement, storage and use of articles and substances.
• Adequate provision of first-aid and welfare facilities and support.
• Provision of suitable and current information and supervision concerning health and safety policies and practices.
• Proper and timely assessment of risks to health and safety, and implementation of measures and arrangements identified as necessary from the assessments.
• Provision of emergency procedures, first-aid facilities, safety signs, relevant protective clothing and equipment, and incident reporting to the relevant authorities.
• Liaison as necessary with other organizations and relevant authorities, and assistance and cooperation concerning audits and remedial actions.
• The workplace satisfies health, safety and welfare requirements for ventilation, temperature, lighting, sanitary, washing and rest facilities.
• Prevention and precautions against, or adequate control of, exposure to hazardous substances, and danger from flammable, explosive, electrical, noise, radiation and manual handling risks.
• Surveillance and reporting on health and safety practices and systems.
• Oversee workers’ compensation activities.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $80,000.00 - $120,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• Forklift: 1 year (Preferred)

Language:

• English (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

• Oak Park, IL: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person