Occupational Health & Safety Supervisor

Butterball•Ozark, AR

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

Guides the day-to-day operations of the Occupational Health Services team while providing nursing health services within scope of practice for licensure and in accordance with protocols. Supervises all services and medical programs, including employment physical processes, clinical services for injury prevention and treatment, and Workers Compensation coordination. Ensures compliance with OSHA regulations and maintains vigilance in OSHA regulated actions, information, and occasional treatment. At Butterball, we exist to help people pass love on. As the most recognized name in turkey, the brand represents more than 60 years of cherished memories, providing quality, great tasting products that make meals something to celebrate every day. We proudly believe that life at Butterball means having a team who supports you, having the opportunity to grow personally and professionally, and making an impact on the health of others daily. Whether you choose to work at one of our five (5) manufacturing facilities in NC, AR, MO, farms in AR, NC, and KS, corporate office in NC, IL, or in the field, we believe we have an opportunity for everyone to succeed. At Butterball, we believe in fostering a culture where every team member is valued, has the opportunity to grow professionally and contribute to our success. Join us in our Purpose and apply for an opportunity today!

Requirements

Current RN license and 1+ year of direct experience or the knowledge, skills, and abilities to succeed in the role
1+ year of leadership experience or the knowledge, skills, and abilities to succeed in the role
Working knowledge of the Occupational Safety and Health
Basic leadership skills with the ability to coach, support, and motivate a team
Solid communication, presentation, and collaboration skills with the ability to communicate effectively at all levels of the organization
Good interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate cross-functionally to support the development of strategic solutions to business needs
Good critical thinking skills with the ability to use forward-thinking approaches in routine problem-solving
Skilled at evaluating, interpreting, and utilizing basic data to inform direction
Strong computer skills (i.e., Microsoft Suite, HRIS/SAP, etc.)
Ability to address issues, questions and concerns, and respond with urgency to address team member health needs
Ability to use good judgment and tact in the application of rules, regulations, policies, and procedures
Ability to prioritize deliverables and shift priorities

Nice To Haves

Will consider current LPN, Paramedic, or EMT with additional experience
Bachelor’s degree in related field or equivalent (i.e., Occupational Health and Safety Sciences)
Current certification in First Aid, CPR, and AED
Experience working in Safety and/or Occupational Health Services
Workers’ Compensation Experience

Responsibilities

Supervises the day-to-day activities of a small team of clinical individual contributors. Provides guidance, coaching, and support to ensure successful completion of tasks.
Participates in HR activities such as hiring, terminations, performance management, goal setting, team member development, scheduling, etc.
Enforces systems, policies, and procedures.
Supports the implementation of policies and practices to ensure high quality care and support of team members’ occupational health needs.
Responsible for providing and overseeing complete and comprehensive workplace injury care, pre-employment physical examinations, incident investigations, and documenting findings in compliance with company policies and applicable regulations.
Accurately assesses team members who are present for treatment and initiates appropriate diagnostic and therapeutic measures and referrals according to protocol.
Coordinates team member injury management process with Butterball’s third-party insurance administrator and manages return to work and temporary transitional work assignments.
Serves as liaison with medical claims adjusters, medical providers, and/or counsel for workers’ compensation.
Provides guidance in routine matters of Occupational Health and Safety, Workers’ Compensation, and any other relevant areas of occupational medicine.
Prepares and delivers routine reports, such as monthly statistics on patient interactions and exposure/screening of team members seen in the employee health clinic.
Participates in various committees (i.e., local Safety committee, companywide Safety, Health and Risk Management committees, etc.) and/or projects and initiatives (i.e., flu shot clinics, health screening, stress management workshops, etc.).
Ensures compliance with all company policies, expectations, and regulatory policies and guidelines (i.e., HIPAA, ADA, and recordkeeping).
Promotes safety and health to all team members by educating team members on protocols, injury prevention, ergonomics, and wellness programs.
Collaborates cross-functionally to promote health programs and occupational health compliance.