Ralcorp Holdings seeks a Safety Manager for its Battle Creek, Mich., operations. This is a full-time Mid-Senior level position in the food production industry.
Job Description
This person hired for this position is responsible for ensuring compliance to federal and state law as it applies to safety and security policies and procedures in a structured team environment.
• Responsible for implementing and executing safety programs that effectively controls accident, health and property loss exposures in the company.
• This position will also have responsibility for all activities required by worker's compensation laws, OSHA and corporate policy for the adjustment and mitigation of claims and financial losses to the company.
• Directs, monitors and performs accident investigations, safety inspections and internal / external audits.
• Responsible for the analysis, preparation and maintenance of mandatory/regulatory related safety and environment reports/records, maintain OSHA 300 log.
• Implements corporate and local safety policies and procedures in compliance with local, state and federal rules and regulations.
• Implement security/loss control policies as they relate to employee, visitor, trucker and contractor activities while on company property.
• Direct safety orientations for new employees as well as manager safety training programs.
• Develop and direct safety programs such as HazComm, LOTO, Ergonomics, PIT, PPE, Confined Space, Hearing Conservation and Industrial Hygiene.
• Demonstrate high visibility on the plant floor and positive attitude in order to establish an effective and responsible safety culture.
• Responsible for providing guidance and support to extended safety resources: Safety Links and Element Teams.
• Acts as a resource to plant leadership teams regarding all safety / security operations, will work with all levels of employees.
• Manage and oversee employee return to work program, provide follow up with employee, doctor and leadership for each injury/illness/incident
• Report all injuries to the insurance provider and corporate, monitor claim and follow up with insurance provider as needed to manage worker compensation.
• Other special projects and duties as assigned.
Desired Skills and Experience
Education: BS / BA Safety, Environmental Health is required.
Experience: A minimum of five years of safety experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience leading change in a single large site or multiple site environment.
• Ability to adapt well to fast-paced environments with changing circumstances, direction and strategy.
• Ability to interact effectively with all levels of employees and leadership.
• Possesses excellent interpersonal skills (verbal and written).
• Experience with Microsoft Office applications.
• Must possess excellent organizational and analytical skills.
• Able to prioritize, work efficiently and accurately as well as provide and follow instructions.
• Must be available for 24/7 manufacturing operations, including weekend and off shift hours.
• Ability to travel up to 25 percent.
Company Description
Ralcorp is not only a stable, but growing company with a Management Philosophy of creating Shareholder value now and everyday. Ralcorp's vision is to grow through both internal expansion and strategic acquisitions. Our net sales have grown to $3.8 billion in fiscal year 2009, with continued expectations for growth in the upcoming year. Ralcorp has created value through its growth, consistency and credibility.
Post Foods is one of the world's largest cereal companies. For more than 113 years, it has offered consumers delicious, wholesome, and innovative cereals. Post has a rich history building one of the oldest and largest cereal manufacturing plants in the world. We continue to grow our business with: Honey Bunches of Oats, Honey Comb, Fruity/Cocoa Pebbles, Golden Crisp, Grape Nuts, Shredded Wheat, and Waffle Crisp.