Safety, Security & Environmental Manager

Job Details

Job Location

WL - WHEELING, IL

Position Type

Full Time

Education Level

4 Year Degree

Salary Range

$105000.00 - $120000.00 Salary / year

Description

Richelieu Foods, Inc., a Freiberger Group Company, is a leading supplier of high-quality food products to the private label and food service industries. The company has two manufacturing centers that produce frozen & deli pizza, and pizza crusts.

The Safety & Environmental Manager is responsible for the coordination, planning, and execution of our plant safety initiatives. The Safety & Environmental Manager will also provide guidance and direction for the plant's safety management program ensuring that we maintain a safe working environment for our employees. This position will support our Wheeling, IL manufacturing plant.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Influence behavior and inspire commitment on the part of all employees to comply with Richelieu Foods safety and health standards and work environment.
• Ensure compliance with Company Safety Program expectations and applicable federal and state laws. Identify and inform plant leadership of compliance issues, safety risks, and improvement opportunities. Conduct frequent safety observation audits and root cause analysis.
• Facilitate incident investigation processes including a review of all injury / illness / non-injury incident investigation reports.
• Participate as an active member of the Plant leadership team.
• Lead the tracking and assessment of safety and environmental requirements and maintain accurate daily, weekly, and monthly metrics reporting to onsite management teams.
• Monitor lost-time injuries / illnesses and support the Worker's Compensation Claims process as required by the State of Illinois and our Workers Compensation carrier.
• Conduct risk assessments related to jobs performed (Job Hazard Analysis) and new equipment introductions. Recommend appropriate risk mitigation measures to management, including ergonomic considerations, in all such efforts.
• Develop, facilitate, and assess effectiveness of plant safety training programs including new hire safety orientation, standard work training for hourly positions, monthly management teamleadership training, and specialized safety training as required.
• Collaborate with site safety leaders across the Company in the development and implementation of safety focused policies, programs, and objectives.
• Review all EHS programs to ensure compliance with applicable regulatory agencies on a continuous basis and revise as appropriate.
• Assist in the development and administration of company safety incentive programs, including the evaluation of the effectiveness of such programs in positively changing employee behavior.
• Develop and manage site reviews and audits related to safety and environmental.
• Represent the company both internally and externally, as the subject matter expert in all safety and environmental issues. Manage the accident and incident investigation process.
• Monitor resources use to ensure it complies with waste management and recycling policies.
• Analyze environmental monitoring data and prepare compliance reports and permits.
• Other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES :

EDUCATION OR EXPERIENCE :

WORK ENVIRONMENT

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts. The employee is frequently exposed to wet and / or humid conditions. The employee is occasionally exposed to high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals; risk of electrical shock; and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

Universal Pay Verbiage :

The following information is provided in accordance with certain state and local laws. Compensation depends on experience, geographic locations, and other factors permitted by law. The expected compensation for this role is between $105,000 and $120,000. This role is also eligible for an annual incentive plan bonus. Benefits for this role include medical, dental, and vision insurance, pre-tax spending accounts, retirement benefits, paid time off, 401K with company match, short-term and long-term disability, and life insurance.

Richelieu Foods, Inc.is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regards to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.