Safety Specialist

Van Drunen Farms; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 84,200 - 94,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance

Paid holidays and vacation

Tuition assistance and 401(k) with company match

Job summary

Van Drunen Farms, located in Chicago, is looking for a dedicated Safety Manager to oversee and enhance plant-level safety programs. You will ensure compliance with safety policies, conduct investigations, and implement improvements across various operations.

The ideal candidate has at least three years of experience in safety within a manufacturing setting and holds a Bachelor's degree in a related field. Strong communication and analytical skills are essential, along with proficiency in Microsoft Office.

Join us to influence a safety culture within our growing organization, alongside competitive benefits and a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• Three or more years of experience in a safety role, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of OSHA regulations and workplace safety practices.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and comfort using technical safety equipment.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and manage daily plant-level safety programs.
• Conduct safety training, audits, inspections, and job safety analyses.
• Investigate incidents and coordinate corrective actions.

Skills

OSHA regulations knowledge

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Bilingual Spanish

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Safety related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Safety equipment

Job description

The Van Drunen Family of Companies is growing!

• Expected Pay Range: $84,200/year to $94,000/year, exempt
• Bonus: This role may further qualify for supplemental compensation in the form of bonus and incentive programs, contingent upon achieving pre-established individual and company performance metrics.
• Benefits Eligible: Yes

Who We Are

At Van Drunen Farms, we’re not just providing ingredients; we’re providing people with purpose and possibility. As a trusted partner in delivering fruit, vegetable, herb, and grain-based ingredient solutions to companies around the globe, we’re striving to build a values-aligned workforce that embodies humility, integrity, passion, and excellence.

What You’ll Do

• Plan, organize, and manage daily plant-level safety programs to ensure a safe and compliant work environment.
• Implement and maintain safety policies, procedures, and corporate initiatives across production, warehousing, and logistics operations.
• Conduct safety training, audits, inspections, and job safety analyses to drive awareness and compliance.
• Investigate incidents and accidents, coordinate corrective actions, and support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Monitor and track safety metrics, maintain safety records, and manage chemical inventories and safety data sheets.
• Partner with plant leadership to support emergency planning, drills, and safety reviews for new equipment and facilities.

What You’ll Bring

• Three or more years of experience in a safety role, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
• Bachelor’s degree in a Safety related field.
• Strong knowledge of OSHA regulations and workplace safety practices.
• Excellent communication, training, and interpersonal skills with the ability to engage teams.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and comfort using technical safety equipment and experience in PSM, LOTO, or ammonia systems preferred.
• Bilingual Spanish a significant plus

What You Can Look Forward To

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• Paid holidays and vacation.
• Tuition assistance and 401(k) with company match.
• A highly impactful role supporting safety across multiple facilities and operations.
• The opportunity to influence a strong safety culture within a growing manufacturing organization.

Physical & Work Environment Requirements

• Ability to meet all physical requirements of the role with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Work performed across plant, warehouse, and logistics environments with varying conditions.
• Regular interaction with production areas, equipment, and potential environmental exposures depending on location.

Disclaimer

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and technical skills required of personnel so classified.