<p>Position Summary:</p> <p>The Safety Manager is responsible for the transformation, development, implementation, and maintaining workplace health and safety programs within a food manufacturing environment. This role leads compliance with all regulatory requirements while fostering a strong safety culture that protects employees, supports operational efficiency, and aligns with food safety standards.</p> <p>Key Responsibilities:</p> <ul> <li>Develop, implement, and continuously improve site-wide safety programs, policies, and procedures to ensure a best-in-class working environment for all employees. </li><li>Ensure compliance with all applicable local, state, and federal safety regulations (e.g., OSHA) as well as company standards. </li><li>Lead risk assessments, hazard analyses, and job safety evaluations across all departments. </li><li>Conduct regular safety audits, inspections, and facility walkthroughs to identify and mitigate risks. </li><li>Investigate workplace incidents, near misses, and injuries; determine root causes and implement corrective actions. </li><li>Partner with food safety and quality teams to ensure alignment between safety protocols and food manufacturing standards (e.g., GMPs, HACCP). </li><li>Facilitate safety training programs, including onboarding, refresher training, and leadership coaching. </li><li>Track, analyze, and report safety metrics (TRIR, LTIR, near-miss reporting) to leadership. </li><li>Lead emergency preparedness efforts, including evacuation plans, drills, and crisis response. </li><li>Collaborate with operations, maintenance, and HR to reinforce safe behaviors and continuous improvement. </li></ul>