Safety Supervisor

Dreyer's Grand Ice Cream; Tulare (CA); On-site; USD 83,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A food production company in California seeks a Safety Supervisor to ensure workplace safety compliance. Responsibilities include overseeing safety programs, conducting employee training, and ensuring adherence to OSHA and FDA regulations. Candidates should have a Bachelor's in occupational safety and at least 3 years' experience in food manufacturing. The role offers a salary range of $83,000 to $85,000 annually and focuses on fostering a safe working environment. It requires effective leadership and communication skills.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in workplace safety, preferably in food manufacturing.
• Knowledge of OSHA, FDA, and food safety regulations.
• Certification in workplace safety (e.g., OSHA 30, CSP) is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Implement and oversee workplace safety programs.
• Conduct safety training and inspections for compliance.
• Monitor PPE use and hygiene practices in production.
• Prepare and submit regulatory compliance reports.

Skills

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in occupational safety or related field

Job description

Position Summary

The Safety Supervisor is responsible for implementing and overseeing workplace safety programs to ensure compliance with OSHA, FDA, and other regulatory requirements. This role focuses on maintaining a safe working environment in manufacturing, storage, and distribution areas, particularly in a food production setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Safety Compliance & Training:
• Develop, implement, and enforce safety policies and procedures.
• Conduct safety training for employees on proper handling of equipment, hazardous materials, and emergency response.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, FDA, and other safety regulations.
• Conduct regular safety inspections and risk assessments.
• Investigate workplace accidents, injuries, and near‑misses, implementing corrective actions.
• Maintain accident reports and safety records.
• Food Safety & Hygiene:
• Work with quality assurance teams to ensure food safety protocols align with OSHA and FDA standards.
• Monitor PPE use and hygiene practices in ice cream production and storage areas.
• Develop and implement emergency response plans.
• Conduct fire drills and ensure emergency equipment is maintained.
• Facility & Equipment Safety:
• Inspect machinery and cold storage areas to ensure safety compliance.
• Ensure safe handling of chemicals, including cleaning agents and refrigeration gases.
• Regulatory & Compliance Reporting:
• Stay up to date with changes in workplace safety regulations.
• Prepare and submit reports to regulatory agencies as needed.

Behaviors

We Take Ownership

• Stay committed to responsibilities from start to finish
• Make sound decisions and get into the right level of detail
• Apply resources to initiatives that add growth, improve efficiencies, or reduce waste

We Do What Is Right

• Choose transparency over convenience, even if it means difficult conversations
• Set clear roles and responsibilities, enabling everyone to exercise appropriate initiative and judgment
• Speak up when you see something that does not align to our values and policies

We Seek to Improve

• Strive to continuously improve and innovate to exceed expectations
• Value feedback from others and encourage open dialogue to understand how we can improve
• Learn from both successes and failures

We Are Better Together

• Ensure decisions are based on what’s best for the whole business
• Practice inclusion by seeking diverse perspectives
• Treat everyone with fairness and respect

Qualifications & Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in occupational safety, Environmental Health, or related field (preferred).
• 3+ years of experience in workplace safety, preferably in food manufacturing.
• Knowledge of OSHA, FDA, and food safety regulations.
• Strong leadership, communication, and training skills.
• Ability to analyze safety data and implement improvement plans.
• Certification in workplace safety (e.g., OSHA 30, CSP, or similar) is a plus.

In this position, the employee will regularly work with and around others; in a wet and/or humid environment; in areas of high noise level; and around mechanical, electrical, and pressurized equipment. The work is fast paced.

The position involves frequent exposure to nuts and other potential allergens.

The pay scale for this role takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. At Dreyer’s Grand Ice Cream, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role, and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. The pay range for prospective employees in this role is between $83,000.00 and $85,000.00 per year.

Dreyer’s Grand Ice Cream Inc. provides equal employment opportunities for all applicants, regardless of race, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.

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