Safety Manager

POSITION PURPOSE/MISSION:

Actively promote and champion a strong and proactive safety culture across the business. Lead, direct and support site business specific safety system improvements, regulations, and security to ensure that all related plants comply with Federal and individual State guidelines and local ordinances concerning safety and health standards for Charter employees, equipment, and operations. Assist in establishing and implementing the safety strategic programs and objectives which support the overall business objectives. Promote, communicate, and drive safety performance through training, programs, and policies. Partner with Operations Managers to establish goals, programs, and objectives to drive a culture of safety. Work with the Environmental team and HR Leaders. Establish programs and policies that are consistent with Charters cultural values. Partner with managers in the business at all levels to not only support but be part of the overall business solutions as the business continues to grow.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelors Degree in Occupational Safety and Health or related field.
• Seven plus years progressive safety experience, including a minimum of four years at a plant level and prior supervisory responsibility for safety professionals.
• Experience in Worker's Compensation Insurance.
• A working background with team environments and coordinating safety initiatives (SDWT, problem solving teams or work cells) or equivalent team training.
• Demonstrated practical experience in safety process improvement and statutory requirements.
• Experience interacting with local, state, and federal regulatory agencies.
• Ability to interpret and apply OSHA regulations on a practical basis.
• Familiarity with basic medical terminology.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the demonstrated ability to communicate successfully with multiple levels within an organization using tact and discretion.
• Demonstrated skills in the area of partnering with operational groups to develop and achieve strategic safety goals.
• Strong personal initiative and demonstrated leadership skills.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Proficiency with advanced features of Microsoft Office software products.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Masters Degree in Occupational Safety and Health or related field
• One or more of the following safety certifications: PE, CSP, ASP, CIH.
• Training in total quality management, Continuous Improvement and customer service systems, or experience with similar processes.
• Background in environmental health.
• EMT/ First Responder Certification

MAJOR ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Engage and collaborate with internal customers to develop strategic safety improvement plans and drive them to produce desired safety results and meet established targets.
• Lead, direct, and disseminate safety programs for all the businesses plants, including development of policies and processes to ensure safety compliance, as well as determining and implementing any necessary corrective action in safety programs.
• Advise and instruct operating management concerning the organizations safety objectives.
• Conduct annual audits to evaluate operating performance to established policies, procedures, and governmental regulations.
• Coordinate audits with external partners such as insurance carriers.
• Lead and develop Safety team, including the creation of individual development plans to foster continuous professional growth and development.
• Promote a safe working environment for all employees at all Charter business specific sites.
• Manage accident investigation and corrective actions, housekeeping, and safety auditing processes.
• Support and serve as a resource for safety teams to utilize their knowledge of day-to-day operations regarding safety to drive improvements and create value added processes.
• Assist teams to arrive at the accident root cause(s) and to develop an action plan and follow-up system that eliminates reoccurrence.
• Manage Workers Compensation and return to work program.
• Maintain and oversee safety records including, but not limited to OSHA logs and MSDS.
• Develop direct reports. Hire, assign and review work, interview, train, discipline, evaluate performance, enforce policies, and recommend changes on employee status.
• Follow Environmental, Quality and Safety Management System procedures and requirements.
• Ability to meet the essential job requirements, with or without reasonable accommodation, as outlined in the job description.

POSITION CHALLENGES:

• Engaging and collaborating with operating management, human resources, other departments and staff at different Charter Manufacturing sites to ensure similarity in safety programs.
• Leading, directing, and inspiring action from employees, colleagues and management in diverse and changing business conditions to cultivate a safety culture and achieve safety goals.
• Maintaining compliance on all regulations and keeping current with these regulations.
• Changing daily operational routine to include safety as a part of every job.
• Supporting teams to implement safety procedures in their organizations.

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We offer comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits, along with a 401(k) plan that includes employer matching and profit sharing. Additionally, we offer company-paid life insurance, disability coverage, and paid time off (PTO).