Job Details

SUMMARY:

The Corporate Director of Safety will develop, coordinate, and implement occupational health and safety policies, procedures, and training to promote and ensure effective safety operations across the organization. This senior leadership role requires a strong background in occupational health and safety, risk management, compliance, along with exceptional management and communication skills.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree in occupational health and safety, environmental health, manufacturing, engineering (safety engineering preferred), or a related field. Years of experience equivalent to education will be considered. Master's Degree preferred
• At least 10 years of occupational health and safety or safety management in an industrial setting, with experience in manufacturing, distribution, and construction environments.
• Professional certifications in safety management (i.e., CSP, SMP, CIH)
• In-depth knowledge of local, national, and international safety programs and initiatives with significant knowledge of and experience working with Operational Safety Plans, Facility Safety Plans, and work control documentation
• Proven track record in developing and implementing successful safety programs and initiatives
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and influence others at all levels of the organization
• Experienced staffing, training, developing, coaching, mentoring, measuring, and leading a team of Safety professionals
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to effectively convey complex safety concepts to diverse audiences
• Demonstrated ability to analyze data, identify trends, and make data-driven decisions
• Ability to travel domestically 25-30%
• First Aid/CPR certified
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal abilities
• Accelerated computer skills; ability to adapt quickly to computer software programs with proficiency in Microsoft Office Package
• Strategic thinker and problem solver
• Self-motivated and trustworthy
• Change agent
• Bilingual, reading/writing/conversational Spanish, desired

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop and implement a comprehensive safety strategy. Create and execute a strategic plan to enhance safety performance and minimize risks across the organization; align safety objectives with the Company's overall goals and objectives.
• Establish safety policies and procedures. Design and implement standardized safety policies and procedures that comply with relevant laws, regulations, and industry best practices; ensure these policies are effectively communicated and consistently followed throughout the organization.
• Monitor and assess safety performance. Develop and implement robust safety metrics and data tracking systems to monitor safety performance and identify areas for improvement; regularly analyze safety data to identify trends, potential hazards, and emerging risks.
• Provide leadership and guidance. Influence Company leaders and provide guidance, support, and supervision to Safety team and facility safety managers; foster a culture of safety excellence by promoting accountability, continuous improvement, and employee engagement.
• Ensure required OSHA recordkeeping and reporting.
• Conduct safety audits and inspections. Oversee the planning and execution of regular safety audits and inspections to ensure compliance with safety regulations and Company standards; identify potential safety hazards and develop corrective action plans.
• Develop and deliver safety training programs. Collaborate with training and development teams to design and deliver effective safety training programs for employees (at all levels), contractors, and onsite service providers; ensure that employees are adequately trained to perform their duties safely.
• Stay informed about industry trends and regulations. Stay up to date with the latest safety regulations, industry trends, and emerging technologies related to workplace safety, and proactively identify (and implement) opportunities to provide best-in-class safety practices.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams. Foster strong relationships with key stakeholders, including leadership, operations, human resources, legal, and risk management teams; work collaboratively to ensure safety considerations are integrated into business processes and decision-making.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Position works primarily in an office environment, but walking through industrial areas of warehouses and manufacturing shops almost daily
• Constant telephone activity; must have a high comfort level of initiating conversation
• Moderate to high noise levels
• Work involves sitting, standing, hearing, talking, handling, reaching outward, reaching above shoulder, walking, squatting or kneeling, bending
• Regularly required to work on multiple concurrent tasks with constant interruptions