Safety Manager

Nation Pizza and Foods has over 60 years of experience in the baking and prepared foods business -we are experts at providing outstanding product solutions.

The Corporate Safety & Security Manager is responsible for planning, directing, implementing, and managing the organization’s safety and security programs in order to ensure a safe and accident-free environment as well as the safety and integrity of our product.

* Responsible for planning, developing and implementing security plans, security programs such as Emergency Response and Crisis Management, Physical Security, Incident Management and/or Investigation. * Monitors, manages and reviews contracted security personnel in Schaumburg facility. * Reviews contracted security daily incident reports and meets with contracted security supervisor to go over weekly incidents and follow ups in Schaumburg facility. * Provides insight and direction to company with regard to safety strategies. * Audits production floor, office areas, and company grounds to ensure compliance with all safety and security programs in Schaumburg facility. * Manages and administers the workers’ compensation loss control program. * Assists with the preparation of the workers' compensation program budget. * Communicates and advise management on claims costs, reserve information, status of claims, loss experience trends and program costs. * Directs and monitors the activities and performance of the workers' compensation claims to ensure compliance with applicable regulations such as ADA, FMLA, etc.. * Develops and manages the Return to Work program and safety incentive programs as well as creates and reviews company safety goals. * Consults with the WC Insurance company claim adjuster and the attorney to select legal counsel for litigated workers' compensation cases and evaluates legal counsel performance, utilization and effectiveness. * Conducts workers' compensation claims investigations and directs claims adjuster on workers' compensation claims investigation activities. * Develops and maintains close communication with insurance carriers, medical providers providing services for injured employees and serves as a liaison between medical providers, injured employees and department supervisors. * Communicates benefits and program goals with department managers and injured workers for the purpose of loss control. * Reviews and approves all claim settlements proposed by the claims adjuster. * Develops, implements and monitors workers' compensation claims reporting forms, procedures and activities. * Meets with suppliers and/or contractors on safety and security issues in Schaumburg facility. * Meets with regulatory agencies and inspects and reviews production machinery and equipment for regulatory compliance in Schaumburg facility. * Conducts safety team meetings and reviews departmental monthly safety meeting notes and safety surveys. * Conducts new supervisor safety training and also assists with new employee safety orientation in Schaumburg facility. * Reviews contracted security daily incident reports and meets with contracted security supervisor to go over weekly incidents and follow ups. * Maintains and reviews internal OSHA safety programs. * Participates in customer audits for compliance on bio-security related items. * Assists in the selection of insurance in dealing with risk and loss. * Compiles and keeps currents vendors/consultants Certificate of Insurance (COI’s). * Assists in maintaining and updating the Critical Incident Information Manual. * Manages the department function and processes. * Oversees the work activities and professional training and development of 2 direct reports. * Works with Management to attain goals, carry out strategies, plans, and policies to increase profitability and success of the Company. * Enhances, implements and enforces policies and procedures of the organization by way of systems that will improve the overall operation and effectiveness of the corporation. * Assists in developing and carrying out department’s goals, objectives, and systems. * Assists in creating department’s policies and procedures. * Assists in creating the department’s budget and works within established parameters. * Conducts interviews, appraisal performances, on boarding, and disciplinary meetings including terminations. * Approves payroll and amends Source Time errors for hourly employees. * Fills out appropriate paperwork, i.e. hiring, termination, replacement, performance evaluations, accident reports, vacation requests, and counseling forms. * Monitors employee’s adherence to company rules and policies and takes necessary corrective action if needed. * Is responsible for reviewing and maintaining crewing levels and optimizing to meet or surpass NPF cost targets. * Suggests ways to control labor and supply costs as well as improve processes. * Ensures that all work activities are performed with attention to the highest standards for quality, safety and compliance with all appropriate legal and food safety requirements and a focus on continuous improvement. * Participates in sensory training and evaluation to help ensure the highest quality of our products. * Follows all company policies & procedures as well as the GMP's (Good Manufacturing Practices). * Maintains a high level of safety awareness for an accident-free work place. * Reports any unsafe or hazardous work conditions or safety-related issues to Management. * Up to 10 % travel required. * Accomplishes all tasks as appropriately assigned or requested.

* Bachelor’s Degree (B.S.) in Safety Management or other related fields. * Five (5) years Operations experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience. **Skills and Experience:** * Minimum of five (5) years Management experience. * Previous experience in a food facility preferred. * Ability to establish trust and credibility with employees. * Ability to influence and promote change on all levels of the organization. * Sound technical skills, logical ability, and strong problem analysis and resolutions skills with a strong operational focus. * A decisive individual who possesses a "big picture" perspective. * Knowledge of contracting, negotiating, and change management. * Ability to demonstrate discretion and business ethics. * Ability to analyze and interpret financial data. * Skill in examining and re-engineering operations and procedures. * Ability to gather and analyze all types of data, identify the appropriate relationships between the different data, anticipate business directions and make fact based decisions. * Prioritize and successfully manage multiple projects simultaneously with aggressive deadlines. * Excellent interpersonal, as well as strong written and oral communications skills. * Ability to develop and deliver presentations. * A good educator who is trustworthy and willing to share information and serve as a mentor. * Ability to communicate and work effectively with a variety of diverse individuals within the plant and corporate environments. * Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies or members of the business community. * Proficiency in Microsoft applications. * Ability to thrive in a constantly changing environment. * Bilingual (English/Spanish) is a plus. * Knowledge of at least 9 OSHA standards (i.e. emergency exit procedures, occupational noise exposures, etc.). * First Aid/CPR/AED/Blood borne certified. * Emergency HAZMAT training. * 40 hours of Occupational Health and Safety training. * Knowledge of automated and semi-automated equipment and safety compliance requirements preferred.