Safety Manager

Model Dairy LLC; Fresno (CA); On-site; USD 114,000 - 148,000; Full time

Job summary

Model Dairy LLC is seeking a Safety Manager to lead the site's safety program in California. The role reports to the HR Manager and focuses on policy development, training delivery, and compliance with OSHA and DOT requirements.

You will oversee safety audits, investigations, and process improvements, while coaching managers and employees on best practices to reduce injuries and ensure a safe workplace. This full-time position emphasizes hands-on leadership and collaboration across departments.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5+ years safety/risk management experience
• Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety, Industrial Hygiene, or related field preferred
• Working knowledge of OSHA regulations and HAZMAT awareness
• Strong communication, coaching and problem-solving abilities
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel)

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement safety policies and programs across the site
• Deliver ongoing safety training for employees and contractors
• Lead safety committees and management review processes
• Perform regular on-site safety audits and implement corrective actions
• Coordinate DOT compliance and driver file management
• Oversee incident investigations and root cause analysis
• Identify hazards and update job safety analyses (JSAs)
• Drive process improvements to reduce risks and injuries

Skills

Safety management

Training & coaching

OSHA knowledge

Hazmat awareness

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Occupational Safety

Job description

• Pay or shift range: $114,000 USD to $148,000 USD
  The estimated range is the budgeted amount for this position. Final offers are based on various factors, including skill set, experience, location, qualifications and other job-related reasons.

Description

Essential Functions

Reporting to the HR Manager, the Safety Manager will:

Policy Development and Implementation

• Ensure implementation and compliance with the Company’s IIPP and other EHS/safety policies.
• Draft and revise safety policies as needed and oversee distribution to applicable employees and contractors.
• Develop and implement an annual safety action plan and master training schedule.

Training Development and Delivery

• Develop and deliver ongoing and effective safety training for contractors and employees.
• Serve as management trainer — teach and hold managers accountable for safety training and consulting with their employees.
• Develop Tailgate Training curriculum specific to injury/near-miss trends.

Management Consultant and Business Partner

• Provide guidance to management on matters relating to safety policies and procedures.
• Lead the management Safety/Workers’ Compensation claim review committee.
• Participate on the employee safety committees and serve as a point of reference and coach.
• Ensure all certifications are maintained properly and recorded accordingly.

Safety Audits and Inspections

• Conduct regular, comprehensive on-site safety assessments and monitor corrective actions taken.

Safety Incentive Management

• Develop and administer an effective Safety Incentive Program.

Investigation and Root Cause Analysis Assistance

• Train managers and supervisors on how to perform effective and complete investigations.
• Assist with root cause analysis.
• Review investigations to determine if proper corrective action was taken.
• Follow up on corrective actions to ensure resolution.

Process Improvement, Hazard Identification and Mitigation

• Coordinate and facilitate IH Sampling and Hearing Conservation testing.
• Identify hazards and develop/update JSAs for all roles.
• Work with front-line supervisors to ensure that employees are trained on the hazards associated with their role.
• Help develop effective engineering and behavioral controls to reduce workplace hazards and injuries.
• Identify and encourage process improvement.
• Manage claims aggressively and consistently.
• Partner with Occupational Medicine clinics, claims adjusters, managers, the Occupational Nurse, and employees for an expedient return to work and effective, expedient course of treatment.

Administration

• Oversee training and compliance tracking and recordkeeping, including OSHA log maintenance.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA-specific and general industry regulations, along with other applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations.
• Prepare reports and metrics for management as needed.

DOT Compliance

• Work with HR Generalist, Transport staff, and Branch Managers to ensure compliance with DOT regulations.
• Manage and update DOT driver files.

Other Duties

• Other responsibilities as assigned related to Safety.

Qualifications

Mandatory Job Requirements

To be eligible for this position, an individual must possess the following requirements to perform the essential job functions:

• Must be able to sit, stand, and walk for extended periods, with intermittent climbing, kneeling, bending, and reaching while conducting safety audits and inspections.
• Must be able to work in and around production, process, and outside storage areas, including exposure to noise, dust, gas, or fumes.
• Must be able to drive a company vehicle to travel to multiple worksites within California; this position works within California only.
• Must be able to travel up to 30%.
• Must possess strong reading, writing, and basic-to-advanced mathematical skills.
• Must possess vision sufficient to work at a PC/monitor and review safety documentation, and hearing sufficient to communicate in operations and production environments.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 25 pounds and fulfill the other physical requirements of the position detailed in the “Physical Requirements” section.
• Must be able to contribute to a safe work environment.
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university in Occupational Safety, Industrial Hygiene, or a related field preferred.

Minimum — Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university in Occupational Safety, Industrial Hygiene, or a related field preferred.
• A minimum of 5+ years safety/risk management experience, preferably in a manufacturing/food processing environment.
• Working knowledge of OSHA regulations and HAZMAT awareness.
• Highly customer-service oriented and a team player; enjoys coaching, training, and troubleshooting.
• Ability to lead, gain trust, and influence at all levels of an organization.
• Good judgment and problem-solving and decision-making skills; organized record keeper.
• Trustworthy self-starter who can work independently on highly detailed tasks and deliver accurate, timely results.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs including Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Excel required; tech-savvy and able to learn new applications.
• Demonstrated organization and accuracy skills; self-motivated, detail-oriented, and able to handle multiple projects/tasks with competing deadlines.
• Ability to solve problems, accept constructive feedback, and show flexibility should priorities and/or deadlines change.
• Excellent verbal and written skills and a high degree of emotional intelligence; able to build productive relationships across all levels of an organization.

Qualifications

Education

Preferred

Bachelors or better.

Experience

Preferred

A minimum of 5+ years safety/risk management experience, preferably in a manufacturing/food processing environment.

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