Safety Leader, Manufacturing & Compliance

Saputo, Inc.; Waupun (WI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 112,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career development

Competitive compensation

Collaborative environment

Job summary

Saputo Cheese USA Inc. is seeking a Health & Safety Manager to lead and sustain the facility’s health and safety programs, ensuring regulatory compliance and protecting employees and the environment.

The role drives a strong safety culture through proactive leadership, training, and continuous improvement initiatives. The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor’s degree in occupational health & safety (or related field) with 3+ years in a safety leadership role in manufacturing, and is proficient in

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in occupational health & safety, Industrial Hygiene, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 3+ years of experience in a safety leadership role, preferably in manufacturing.
• Strong knowledge of OSHA regulations and safety compliance requirements.
• Experience leading safety programs, audits, and incident investigations.
• Proven ability to influence, coach, and develop teams.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership to promote a strong safety culture across all departments.
• Manage and maintain site safety programs, including OSHA compliance and reporting.
• Conduct safety audits, inspections, and hazard assessments (JSAs).
• Lead accident investigations, root cause analysis, and corrective actions.
• Track and report safety metrics, injury data, and compliance activities.
• Manage workers’ compensation claims and partner with HR on return-to-work programs.
• Develop and deliver safety training and ensure compliance with required programs (e.g., PPE, LOTO, confined space).
• Maintain safety documentation including OSHA logs and regulatory records.
• Serve as liaison with regulatory agencies and support environmental compliance efforts.
• Support emergency response, crisis management, and process safety programs.

Skills

Safety leadership

OSHA regulations

Audits & investigations

Coaching development

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in occupational health & safety

Job description

Saputo Cheese USA Inc. is seeking a Health & Safety Manager to lead and sustain the facility’s health and safety programs, ensuring regulatory compliance and protecting employees and the environment.

The role drives a strong safety culture through proactive leadership, training, and continuous improvement initiatives. The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor’s degree in occupational health & safety (or related field) with 3+ years in a safety leadership role in manufacturing, and is proficient in