Job Description

At Saputo, we bring good to the table by making high-quality products, investing in our people, and supporting communities around the world . As a top 10 global dairy processor, we value contributions that matter and strive to foster an inclusive, growth-driven work environment. Ready to bring your best?

Responsible for implementing and sustaining the facility’s Health and Safety management programs, managing the health and safety activities for the plant to ensure regulatory compliance, and protecting human health and the environment.

How You Will Make Contributions That Matter …

• Provide pro-active leadership and guidance for a strong safety culture in all areas.

• Develop and maintain close working relationship with manufacturing personnel.

• Develop and manage a facility safety strategy to include but not limited to: Job Hazard Assessments, Plant Inspections, Accident Investigations, Hazard control and Prevention Reports, Tracking and verification of corrective actions, Auditing the Environmental, Health and Safety programs

• Maintain the accident records and files in support of the annual OSHA 300 log and any other OSHA requirement.  Evaluate cases to decrease the accident rate and severity using safety assessments, industrial hygiene sampling and following OSHA regulations and Company Guidelines.

• Manages employee illness and injuries. Manages workers compensation claims from the initial incident through claim finalization and closure. Works closely with HR and claim management representatives to ensure effective claim management.

• Effectively tracks and reports all employee illness and injury report statistics, matrices and report data. Provides management with monthly and annual occupational health and safety reports.

• Responsible for the Hazard Communication program including the SDS database.

• Be the liaison between the site and 3rd party environmental and occupational safety regulatory compliance agencies.

• Assist and guide internal and external customers in Safety, Health and Environmental compliance, including recommendations, corrective action plans, special projects, new products, and complaints or concerns.

• Conduct necessary assessments, inventories and inspections in support of environmental, health and safety regulations.

• Manage the Process Safety Management Program. This includes the annual evaluation of the program, NH3 system inspections, training, system integrity and mechanical/functional control testing and evaluation. Effectively coordinate the local process safety management team in accordance with our PSM and RMPP program guidelines and requirements.

• Supervise the environmental compliance program to ensure Federal, State and local County compliance.

• In concert with our Corporate Health and Safety Department, develop robust programs and procedures in compliance with OSHA and Saputo for the following GISO’s: Emergency Response Plan, Personal Protective Equipment, Control of Hazardous Energy, Confined Spaces, and Respiratory Protection, and Hearing Conservation. Identify and select the best and appropriate levels of protective equipment for face, eyes, hand, ears, foot and body as applicable by hazard and level of exposure.

• Develop a Safety Internal Audit Checklist to comply with OSHA standards and Saputo guidelines.

• Manage the Ergonomics Program, educate the employees and coordinate workstation assessments.

• Evaluate environmental problems to develop methods and equipment to maintain regulatory compliance. Stay current with emerging environmental control technology and trends (BACT).

• Supervise medical surveillance for chemicals, respiratory protection and hearing conservation programs. 

• Oversee the Health programs such as medical surveillance, physicals, wellness program, first aid supplies and equipment, Bloodborne Pathogens and employee First Aid/CPR training.

• Chair the Safety Committee and coordinate all Safety Committee activities.

• Provide technical support to outside resources or contractors for compliance.

• Manage the Health and safety audit process and act as the liaison with regulatory agencies. Maintain effective working relationships with governmental agencies.

• Develop and facilitate training for new employees, periodic and annual health and safety training. Coordinate the tailgate training program to educate employees on health and safety injury prevention practices and topics.

• Support and be an ambassador of Saputo Values and complies with the Saputo Code of Ethics.

• Other duties and responsibilities as required by management.

You Are Best Suited For The Role If You …

• Bachelor’s degree in environmental or chemical engineering, safety management, industrial hygiene, industrial risk, management or a related field or equivalent experience.
• Working knowledge and understanding of OSHA/CalOSHA Title 8 regulations is required
• A minimum of 5 years of increasing experience in an industrial manufacturing setting, preferably food manufacturing.
• Must be literate
• Must complete projects with minimum or no supervisor
• Good interpersonal skills and leadership characteristics

We Support and Care For Our Employees By Providing Them With …

• Development opportunities that enhance their career fulfillment
• Meaningful compensation & benefits that help them care for their families
• Opportunities to contribute to your community and enhance the lives of others through Saputo products

Other Qualifications: Must have strong communication skills and be able to effectively communicate with all levels by either written or oral means.  Have the ability to read and interpret technical publications such as the Code of Federal Regulation and National Fire Code.  Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.  Able to manage multiple projects and assignments on a routine basis.

Must understand requirements on the Code of Federal Regulations for Safety, Health and Environment as well as the State OSHA level requirements.  Must have the ability to analyze industrial hygiene assessment results to communicate information to all levels and recommend appropriate engineering controls and personal protective equipment.  Must understand the requirements for waste disposal and environmental permits to ensure compliance with the regulations.  Required to update the OSHA logs and participate in accident investigations to avoid re-occurrence.

Physical DemandsThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; use handsandfingers,handle, feel, type; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop,bend,kneel, crouch, or crawl;visual acuity;talk or hear and taste or smellin a wet, cold and/or humid environment The employee musthave the ability tolift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

Work EnvironmentThe work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanicalparts;toxic or caustic chemicals and risk of electrical shock. The noise level in the work environment ismoderateand hearing protection isrequiredin some areas of the facility.

Salary Range $89,695 - $112,120

In the USA, Saputo ranks among the top three cheese producers and is one of the top producers of extended shelf-life and cultured dairy products, with a portfolio of well-loved brands such as Stella, Frigo Cheese, Montchevre, Stella, and Treasure Cave. We also boast a strong foodservice presence, partnering with reputable chain restaurants and broadline distributors.

Whether your expertise lies in manufacturing, operations, supply chain, sales, quality assurance, or in any other function, your role is integral to our success. You will make contributions that matter, all while working alongside colleagues who genuinely care about your success and who will roll up their sleeves to help.

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