Aarcher is seeking a Safety Manager who will plan, direct, promote and manage Safety and Security. Directs activities in order to ensure the safety and security of all personnel, equipment and property of the company and ensures total OSHA compliance. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following:                      

• Assists in the development of measurable safety performance objectives and supports the implementation of safety policies, processes, procedures and training programs in compliance with local, state, and federal Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) rules and regulations.
• Performs safety training for each new employee and all existing employees in order to meet OSHA/DEP and other regulatory agency requirements.
• Administers workers compensation activities including initial injury intervention, injury reporting, medical management, and injury investigation. 
• Works closely with compensation carrier to manage work related injuries and manage program costs. 
• Chairs various safety meetings to discuss safety concerns and suggests to the committee ways to correct any safety concerns that have been identified. 
• Ensures corrective measures are implemented in a timely and effective manner.  Holds other safety meetings in support of facility objectives.
• Evaluates accidents or incidents that result in workers’ compensation claims and recommends appropriate action in order to prevent future occurrences.
• Ensures safety observations are completed and manages the resulting action log, including any corrective actions that are required.  
• Works closely with Environmental Coordinator to ensure compliance through training, documentation of training, and to meet DEP, EPA, and related agencies’ requirements.
• Maintains personal protection equipment and promotes/monitors the use of equipment throughout the facility.
• Conducts monthly building/safety inspections and audits to identify potential hazards/safety issues. Works in conjunction with Department Managers to implement corrective and preventive actions for injury avoidance.  
• Inspects safety equipment or ensures the inspection of safety equipment to validate that it works properly (ex. eye wash stations, first aid kits, and fire extinguishers).
• On an on-going basis recommends changes in safety program to lower accident frequency or severity and recommends acquisition of new equipment to minimize occupational hazards.
• Coordinate external testing for the facility and employees (ex. noise evaluations, hearing tests, biological monitoring, etc).
• Provides accurate and timely reporting and information to various functions.  Maintains and updates all safety related records and KPIs as needed.
• Responsible for managing the security of 2 operating facilities.
• Ensures compliance with developed emergency and evacuation procedures.        
• Maintains professional affiliations to be well-informed of new developments and
  innovations in terms of safety and education.
• Performs other related duties as required and assigned.

REQUIREMENTS:  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Comprehensive knowledge of occupational and safety standards, procedures, principles and practices; safety devices and protective equipment; and federal/state laws and department regulations.
• Familiarity with facility operations.
• Ability to detect hazards and review and analyze technical safety related information.  Ability to conduct thorough safety audits and investigations and prepare comprehensive summaries/recommendations.  
• Must have strong computer skills including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.
• Requires effective oral/presentation and written communication skills including the ability to present ideas, and/or facts and recommendations effectively.
• Interpersonal skills with ability to professionally interact with all levels of personnel required.
• Well developed organizational skills and strong attention to detail.  Ability to manage projects to ensure effective implementation.
• Strong analytical, problem solving, and follow-up skills.  Self-motivated individual with excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities and easily adapt to changing situations.   

EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE

• Minimum of 5 years safety experience.
• A bachelor’s degree in Industrial Safety Management or related field preferred.
• Experience developing and executing safety standards, education and training programs and Standard Operating Procedures.
• Prior experience in a distribution/manufacturing environment and demonstrated knowledge and understanding of the safety function within this environment. 
• Prior food processing experience preferred. 
• Any equivalent combination of education, experience and training that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

PREFERRED CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

Registered EMT or First Aid and CPR Certified.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORK ENVIRONMENT

Ability to lift, push or pull up to 50 lbs.  Manufacturing/Warehouse/Office Environment.