Safety Manager

Empire Packing • Denver, CO

8d • Onsite

About The Position

The Safety Manager provides essential support to production personnel by maintaining a visible presence on the production floor. This role is crucial for ensuring that all incidents are reported immediately, leading the determination of root causes, and implementing necessary corrective actions. The Safety Manager will coordinate and administer company safety programs, develop and maintain a Site Safety Management Plan (SMP), and provide comprehensive safety training to all employees. This position involves regular audits, compliance checks with legislation and regulations, and ensuring the proper maintenance of safety equipment. The role also includes assisting with post-injury management and return-to-work processes, and informing management of any new legislative matters that could impact production. The Safety Manager will also lead the safety committee and ensure documented safety concerns are addressed.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent certification
• Minimum of 5 years of Health and Safety experience required
• Minimum of 3 years of supervisory/manager experience required
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite
• Ability to speak, read, and write English
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Good math skills
• Can perform the functions of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation
• Must be willing and able to travel as business needs dictate.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s Degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Human Resources, or related field preferred but not required.
• Certified Safety Professional (CSP) or Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH) is highly desired.
• Bilingual (Spanish) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides support to production personnel by maintaining a visible presence on the production floor.
• Ensure that all incidents are reported immediately.
• Takes the lead in the determining of the root causes of incidents and what corrective actions may be necessary in each case.
• Ensure that incident corrective actions are followed up on and completed and solutions are fully implemented.
• Coordinates and administers company safety programs to include, but not limited to, the Injury and Illness Prevention Program, Emergency Action Plan & Evacuation Procedures, Hazard Communication, Forklift Safety, and Accident & Injury Response and Procedures.
• Develops a Site Safety Management Plan (SMP) to ensure a safe working environment for all company employees, contractors, visitors, and the community.
• Regularly audits the SMP for compliance and updates it to ensure alignment with laws and regulations.
• Provides appropriate onboarding and weekly/annual safety training to all employees.
• Posts safety announcements and guides on company-approved bulletin boards throughout the plant.
• Lead or assist with accident or near miss investigations to determine root cause and corrective actions.
• Ensure all accidents and near misses are reported and documented.
• Lead the safety committee, schedule safety committee meetings and detail focus areas and areas that have room for improvement.
• Ensure documented safety concerns are addressed.
• Assist with Post Injury Management with Return-to-Work interactive process with injured employee(s), supervisor and HR Manager.
• Regularly reviews all applicable legislation and applicable standards to ensure company compliance.
• Informs management of any new legislative matters which could impact production.
• Inspect and evaluate workplace environments, equipment and practices, to ensure compliance with safety standards and government regulations.
• Keep up-to-date on all company safety policies, OSHA, and other regulatory standards.
• Ensure that all safety equipment is properly maintained, inspected, calibrated and repaired or put out-of-service as necessary.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Vision, Medical, and Dental coverage begin after 60 days of employment
• Paid Time Off: sick leave, vacation, and 6 company observed holidays
• 401(k): company match begins after the first year of service and follows the company vesting schedule
• Career Development: continuous learning opportunities and a focus on career growth through various learning and development programs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: High school or GED