Safety & Training Manager

READING BAKERY SYSTEMS • Robesonia, PA

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About The Position

Reading Bakery Systems is seeking a hands-on Safety and Training Manager to build and strengthen safety programs across its Pennsylvania operations and Indianapolis manufacturing facility. The role involves assessing current practices, closing documentation and training gaps, and working with department managers to improve safety culture. The company has approximately 200 employees in Pennsylvania, 50 in Indiana, and additional remote and global employees. Based in Robesonia, Pennsylvania, the position reports to the Director, Human Resources and requires regular travel to Indianapolis and the Pennsylvania technology center.

Requirements

• Hands-on manufacturing experience followed by a transition into safety leadership.
• At least five years of manufacturing safety leadership experience, with examples of building or substantially improving a safety program and culture.
• Strong working knowledge of OSHA requirements and practical manufacturing hazard controls.
• Experience creating safety documentation, coordinating and delivering training, and managing workers’ compensation claims.
• Ability to earn trust on the manufacturing floor, have direct conversations, and follow through with department leaders.
• Strong organization and judgment in knowing when to bring in specialized expertise.

Nice To Haves

• Manufacturing supervisory experience.
• Multi-site responsibility.
• Professional safety certification.
• Familiarity with 5S or standardized work.

Responsibilities

• Establish current written safety programs, usable procedures, organized records, and a reliable system for identifying hazards and completing corrective actions.
• Build relationships with employees, coach supervisors, lead investigations, and partner with department managers to integrate safe work practices into daily operations.
• Identify safety and operational training needs; coordinate qualified outside providers and internal experts; deliver training within areas of expertise; organize schedules and records; verify understanding; and arrange reinforcement as needed.
• Manage workers’ compensation administration from injury reporting through claim closure, coordinating with employees, HR, supervisors, insurers, and medical providers, including return-to-work arrangements.
• Lead assigned projects to improve safety, workplace organization, ergonomics, and consistency.
• Work with Manufacturing, Engineering, and Maintenance to turn improvements into documented, sustainable practices.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed