Safety Manager

Pepper Source, Ltd.; Van Buren (AR); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits

401(k)/Profit sharing

Paid vacation/PTO/Holidays

Weekly pay period/Direct deposit

Referral bonuses

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Pepper Source, Ltd. is seeking a Safety Manager based in Van Buren, AR, responsible for safety at both the Van Buren and Rogers plants. This role reports to the Vice President of Plant Operations and requires hands-on leadership of OSHA and DOT safety compliance, training, and recordkeeping.

Work hours are 7:00am-3:30pm with compensation TBD based on experience. The Safety Manager will partner with management to improve safety, environmental programs, and overall profitability and productivity.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; OSHA/DOT regulatory knowledge preferred.
• Experience developing safety programs, training, and inspections.
• Ability to read and interpret safety rules and procedure manuals.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement safety policies in compliance with OSHA, DOT and local regulations.
• Advise management on safety concerns and preventive actions.
• Plan and deliver employee safety training.
• Maintain safety files and records; conduct safety surveys and prepare reports.
• Investigate accidents and identify root causes and corrective actions.
• Assist in developing and upgrading safety and environmental programs.

Skills

OSHA compliance

Training

Safety audits

DOT compliance

Record keeping

Post-accident investigation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Database

Spreadsheet

Word Processing

Job description

Description

Job Title: Safety Manager

Reports To: Vice President of Plant Operations

FLSA Status: Salary Exempt

The Safety Manager will be based at our Van Buren facility, but will be responsible for safety at our Rogers plant as well.

Hours: 7:00am-3:30pm

Compensation TBD based on experience

Works with and through management, to ensure compliance with safety and environmental procedures and to assist in the achievement of profitability/productivity requirements:

Other duties may be assigned.

• Assists, plans and implements safety policies and procedures in compliance with local, state, and federal rules and regulations including Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and Department of Transportation (DOT).
• Advises management personnel on safety compliance concerns and preventative actions.
• Plans and implements training for employees in worksite safety practices.
• Maintains safety files and records.
• Performs safety surveys and inspections, prepares written reports of findings and recommendations for corrective or preventive measures where indicated and follows up to ensure measures have been implemented.
• Conducts post-accident investigation and prepares report identifying possible accident causes and hazards for use by company personnel and senior management.
• Assist, set up and conducts training.
• Assists in the development, evaluation and upgrading of safety programs.
• Assist and maintain environmental reports including Storm water permits, SPCC, etc.
• Excellent computer, communication and training skills

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

• Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.
• Diversity - Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences.
• Organizational Support - Follows policies and procedures; Completes administrative tasks correctly and on time; Supports organization's goals and values.
• Planning/Organizing - Prioritizes and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently.
• Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position.
• Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness.
• Quantity - Meets productivity standards; Completes work in timely manner; Strives to increase productivity.
• Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly.
• Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.
• Attendance/Punctuality - Ability to maintain regular and punctual attendance.
• Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals; Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.
• Initiative - Asks for and offers help when needed.

Pepper Source and its affiliates are equal opportunity employers offering the following benefits:

• FULL BENEFITS (HEALTH, VISION, DENTAL, LIFE)
• 401(k)/PROFIT SHARING
• PAID VACATION/PTO/HOLIDAYS
• WEEKLY PAY PERIOD/DIRECT DEPOSIT PAYROLL
• REFERRAL BONUSES
• CONSISTENT GROWTH/RAISE OPPORTUNITES

About Us

Pepper Source is a family-owned company that provides custom sauces, seasonings, and dry coating systems to all of the major poultry companies in the United States as well as the frozen food, meat, and food service industries. We develop and manufacture custom flavor profiles that meet our customers' specific needs. Our process takes innovation and extensive knowledge of the food industry.

Requirements

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Prefer experience in OSHA, MSHA, DOT and EPA regulatory requirements.

Education and/or Experience

High school diploma or general education degree (GED).

Language Skills

Must be able to speak, read and write in English. Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.

Mathematical Skills

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers,

common fractions, and decimals.

Reasoning Ability

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written or oral form.

Computer Skills

To perform this job successfully, an individual should have basic knowledge of computers; Knowledge of Database, Spreadsheet, and Word Processing software.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to physically perform the following:

• Stand and/or walk for the duration of the shift
• Use hands to finger, grip, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms
• Talk and hear
• Occasionally required to climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl
• Close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate