Manager, Safety, L'Oreal Operations

Job title:

Manager – Safety

Department:
Manufacturing

Location:

Florence, Kentucky

FLSA:
Exempt

Reports to:

Director - EHS

L’Oreal is a technologically advanced company, which manufactures and supplies over 4.5 billion units annually to the world. Working in L’Oreal Operations means working in an innovative, challenging, dynamic and diverse environment with the opportunity for cross‑functional careers – from conception to consumer – in Manufacturing, Supply Chain and Operational Product Development. We have 42 factories and 145 distribution centers worldwide (12 factories and 33 distribution centers in the Americas).

Close to 90% of all our products are manufactured in‑house. L’Oreal Operations is committed to continuous improvement, people development, safety, quality and sustainability.

An exceptional opportunity awaits an innovative and strategic Manager, within our dynamic Manufacturing organization. Located in Florence, Kentucky, this role is pivotal, offering you the chance to lead the evolution of safety practices at our Manufacturing site, reporting to the Director of Environmental, Health, and Safety.

As a strategic Safety Manager, you will spearhead efforts to enhance safety, making a profound impact on our organization’s overall performance. Your responsibilities encompass a broad spectrum, including safety leadership, regulatory compliance, safety culture development, incident analysis, and safety program management. Your influence will extend to site leadership, employees, and key leaders and client groups across our organization, necessitating robust collaboration both within the L’Oreal network and the industry at large.

• Safety and Health Program Management:
  Oversee the review and update of all written safety and health programs to ensure they are up‑to‑date and aligned with regulatory requirements. Management and investigation of incidents.
• Safety and Health Program Auditing:
  Conduct comprehensive audits of all safety and health programs to ensure compliance and effectiveness. Implement and conduct training and education actions as needed.
• Hazardous Condition Control:
  Take measures to control and eliminate hazardous conditions resulting from human error, equipment, and machine operations that may pose risks to human safety and property.
• Occupational Hazard Analysis:
  Assist in the identification, analysis, and control of occupational hazards, applying professional engineering knowledge and skills to mitigate risks.
• Structural Safety Advising:
  Provide guidance on structural safety requirements based on failure mode analysis, including factors such as fatigue, stability, stress, and concentration.
• Protective Equipment Design:
  Design protective equipment and safety devices for machines to enhance workplace safety.
• Equipment Redesign:
  Redesign machines and plant equipment to eliminate occupational hazards. Review proposed safety policies, guidelines, and standards, recommending technical changes to align with engineering principles.
• Human Factors Integration:
  Apply knowledge of psychological and physiological factors to support the design of safety features and controls, considering the potential for human errors in machinery and equipment operations.
• Incident Documentation:
  Thoroughly document all workplace accidents and near misses, ensuring accurate records are maintained.
• Plant Audit Preparation:
  Prepare for plant audits and follow up with corrective actions to address identified deficiencies.
• Fire Inspection Documentation:
  Maintain documentation of weekly fire inspections, ensuring compliance with fire safety standards.
• Regulatory Compliance:
  Stay up‑to‑date with new safety guidelines and regulations, ensuring the organization remains compliant.
• Behavioral Based Safety Program:
  Lead the implementation of a Behavioral Based Safety Program to promote a culture of safety within the organization.

• Education:
  
  Bachelor’s degree in occupational safety, environmental, or a related field;
  Master’s degree preferred.
• Experience:
  
  5+ years of previous experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment with…