KanPak®, a golden state foods company, is a global leader in the development and manufacturing of the very best beverage and dessert solutions. Aseptic technology is at the heart of many products we create, allowing all KanPak® products to ship and store without refrigeration for up to 12 months, but it’s our state-of-the-art beverage manufacturing capabilities and exceptional customer service that really set us apart from competitors. Coffee beverages, creamers, yogurt, frozen desserts, and specialty beverages – no matter what kind of product you’re looking for, we can deliver. Our aseptic processing and packaging makes our solutions more convenient, efficient and environmentally friendly. We are seeking an energetic, skilled Safety Manager for our facility in Penn Yan, NY. Responsibilities
Summary:
Manages and or coordinates/documents all activities related to the Facilities Safety programs, ensuring that Facilities and Company objectives for safety, quality and productivity are met or exceeded.
Responsibilities:
Respond to the plant in the event of injury. Identify and interpret regulatory standards that impact operational exposures and business activities and guide needed plans to ensure complianceDevelop, implement and monitor comprehensive safety processes, training programs and management practices to eliminate all accidents in the workplace and meet all applicable safety rules and company policy. Responsibilities to include: OSHA, ergonomics, machine guarding, hazard communication, powered industrial vehicles, electrical safety, fire protection & emergency preparedness.Identifies and evaluates hazardous conditions and practices, developing practices and programs to correct or reduce their occurrenceProvides assistance to plant personnel to improve safety and health of all employees.Plans, implements and monitors the day-to-day operations for the Facility’s Safety training schedule, including analyzing operating data and reports, monitoring adherence to standards to ensure business plan objectives are met or exceeded.Communicates with Management and employees and provides relevant reports and analyses on to ensure appropriate decision-making as it applies to safety and training.Ensures preparation and delivery of all relevant training/training materials are complaint with all customer, governmental and company directives and policies.Creates Job Specific Training ModulesInvestigates and reports on all injuries.Reviews and analyzes company accidents and historical claim experience to identify frequency or severity problems and loss trends. Conduct improvement projects based on findings to improve overall employee health and safety.Investigates and responds to employee safety concerns and workers compensation claims to provide high quality internal customer servicePeriodically audits operational procedures and programs related to all aspects of the facility as training is developed and updated.Train and coach managers and supervisors on behavior based strategies, accident investigations, hazard identification, self-inspection and employee training.Manages assigned trainees, including training, development and validation of performance.Attends and coordinates safety meetingsEstablish a measuring device for safety performance throughout the facility by motivating individual accountability and reinforcing safety as a critical part of the corporate culture.Gatekeeper to all training documentationInterface with insurer representatives on all post-loss (claim) communication required with adjustor, HR and injured worker. Work with HR for prompt return-to-work of any injured associate.Manages the New Employee Orientation Process (Safety) and participates in OrientationCoordinates all facility inspections for safety equipmentPerforms other related and assigned duties as necessaryResponsibilities Related to the Job/Specific Site:
Social Responsibilities:
Maintain compliance with KanPak/GSF Code of Business Conduct, policies and procedures, management systems, and all applicable Environmental, Health, Safety and other regulationsAct according to KanPak’s Creed & Values QualificationsRequired Qualifications and Knowledge:
Minimum of a bachelor’s degree occupational heath and safety, or related field like engineering, chemistry or biology, combined with relevant work experience in safety roles.Minimum of 3-year Experience in Health and Safety FieldHigh Degree of ProfessionalismAbility to deal with sensitive and confidential informationStrong verbal and written communication skillsAbility to organize and multi-taskStrong Work Ethic and team player
Preferred Qualifications:
Initial-OSHA 30 hour General IndustryInitial/Ongoing-KanPak Hazcom trainingInitial/Ongoing-KanPak Emergency Action Plan trainingInitial/Ongoing-American Heart Association First Aid/CPRPlanned-KanPak Hazardous Waste Mgmt training program
Travel Requirements: Occasional domestic travel may be required.
Competencies/Job Skills:
Serve as a team member, facilitator and/or leader as the team role warrantManage and motivate employees in team based environmentPrepare a variety of comprehensive administrative and technical documents and reportsPrepare and deliver presentation to management, customers, regulatory agencies and other representatives of external organizationsAssist in developing capital improvement cost/benefit analyses and subsequent formsTravel via airplane and drive an automobileWork effectively in a general business environment, with a focus on high levels of quality and customer service
Knowledge of (B/basic; J/journey; E/expert):
Physical Activity Requirements:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand and walk. The employee is frequently required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 35 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
BENEFITS
At KanPak, a golden state foods company, we believe that investing in our associates strengthens our culture and fuels our growth. We care about your well-being, and will support you with the following:
Paid time off subject to eligibility, including paid leave, holiday, jury duty and bereavement.Comprehensive benefits package to support our associates and their families, subject to elections and eligibility: Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Health and Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Insurance (Accident, Legal, Life) and a Retirement Plan.Associate Development via Education Reimbursement, virtual courses and classroom development experiencesThe anticipated compensation range is $78,000-85,000.
KanPak, LLC encourages diversity in the workplace; we are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Minority/Female/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Disability/Veteran
Applicants only; No Recruiters please.
KanPak, LLC is an equal opportunity employer and, as such, affirms to recruit, hire, train, and promote, in all job classifications, without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship, sex, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic. KanPak will not discriminate against persons because of their disability, including disabled veterans, and will make reasonable accommodations for known physical or mental limitations of qualified employees and applicants with disabilities.
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