Safety Manager

We're a leader in the pet care industry, which means we're not only ahead in volume, profit and market share, but our associates dare to Stand Taller. We innovate new products, impart new agilities into existing processes, constantly advance pet nutrition, and always pay it forward in the form of service for our communities and families. Are you up for the dare? 

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At Nestle Purina PetCare, we're a "safety first" culture, driven by a zero accident, zero defect, zero waste mentality. As a Safety Manager, you will lead the implementation of policies and programs necessary to fully comply with Nestle Purina Pet Care Safety Programs and objectives. You will provide training and ensure proper communication at all levels of the plant to achieve full preparation in the Safety and Health programs and compliance with Federal, State, and Local Government regulations. You will act as a resource to all departments in the plant to provide safety and loss control support

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES :

1. Responsible for Safety Culture Development and monitoring through Safety Compliance Training and new hire onboarding for Safety
2. Responsible for the Emergency Action Plan and PEO Team training and coordination
3. Responsible for OSHA Record Keeping and filing, Internal Record Keeping, including SHE-PM and SIMT. Acts as the Point of Contact for Regulatory Inspections. Responsible for full compliance with governmental regulation (local, state, and federal)
4. Responsible for the Management of the Following Programs: Behavioral Based Safety, Chemical Approval, Industrial Hygiene, Workers Compensation, Incident Case Management, Bloodborne Pathogen, Hearing Conservation, PPE Management, Modes of Operation and Machinery Safety, High Hazard Tasks, Asbestos Abatement, Hearing Conservation, Safety Inspection, Ergonomics, OHSAS Management, CAPA, Safety Policies,  HECP and periodic inspections, Medical Surveillance, Risk Identification, Mitigation and Prevention Program Owner, PIT/PED Program andLaser Safety
5. Provides Support for the following programs and functions: QA, Food Safety Team, Internal Auditing, Labatory Safety Program, Engineering and Combustible Dust
6. Acts as the SHE Pillar Leader and Safety Committee Leader with trend analysis of leading and lagging indicators
7. Responsible for the development, implementation, and coordination of the capital budget to improve and maintain equipment and facilities    
8. Responsible for plant energy costs and efficiency.  Responsible for the research and implementation of projects and programs to continually reduce energy costs and improved utilization
9. Through understanding of the engineering environmental activities including air, sanitary sewer, storm sewer, and solid waste. Responsible for the maintaining of all pollution control devices
10. Responsible for all outside contractors to assure compliance with all company standards including safety, sanitation, quality, productivity and budgeting
11. Directs the installation of new equipment and/or modification rearrangement of existing equipment for assigned projects. Approves installation of new equipment with an emphasis on safety.
12. Responsible for the cost, schedule and performance of capital projects
13. Sets the direction for engineering training by providing the leadership, support, and training necessary for the development of each team member as a valued and critical resource
14. Oversees Site Security
15. Program Owner for Rotary Valve Safety
16. Other duties, as assigned.
     

REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor's Degree in Safety, Industrial Hygiene, Occupational Health or business related field 
• 3+ years of experience in a safety or compliance role within manufacturing, industrial, military or related environment 

The approximate pay range for this position is $77,000.00 - $128,000.00. Please note that the pay range provided is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Final compensation may vary based on factors including but not limited to knowledge, skills and abilities as well as geographic location. 

It is our business imperative to remain a very inclusive workplace. 

To our veterans and separated service members, you're at the forefront of our minds as we recruit top talent to join Nestle. The skills you've gained while serving our country, such as flexibility, agility, and leadership, are much like the skills that will make you successful in this role.  In addition, with our commitment to an inclusive work environment, we recognize the exceptional engagement and innovation displayed by individuals with disabilities.  Nestle seeks such skilled and qualified individuals to share our mission where you'll join a cohort of others who have chosen to call Nestle home. 

The Nestle Companies are an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer seeking diversity in qualified applicants for employment.  All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, gender, gender identity, age, religion, national origin, ancestry, disability, perceived disability, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other protected status, as defined by applicable law. Prior to the next step in the recruiting process, we welcome you to inform us confidentially if you may require any special accommodations in order to participate fully in our recruitment experience. Contact us at accommodations@nestle.com or please dial 711 and provide this number to the operator: 1-800-321-6467. 

This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship.