Safety Manager - Othello, WA

The J.R. Simplot Company is a diverse, privately held global food and agriculture company headquartered in Boise, Idaho. We are a true farm-to-table company with an integrated portfolio including food processing and food brands, phosphate mining, fertilizer manufacturing, farming, ranching and cattle production, and other enterprises related to agriculture.

Reporting to the Plant Director and serving as a key member of the Plant Leadership Team, the Safety Manager will provide strategic direction, establish priorities, and lead health and safety initiatives across the site at our Food Manufacturing Process Facility.

This role is critical in driving continuous improvement in workplace health and safety by implementing the site’s Health and Safety Program and supporting line management in executing the broader safety strategy.

• Coach and support managers, providing advice and guidance in relation to the management of OHS risks, employee/contractor safety, OHS policies, etc.
• Co-ordinate OHS risk identification, risk assessment and risk control in all areas across the site, lead incident investigation and reporting activities
• Provide input to the development of OHS training plans, working with the LL&D team to co-ordinate and at times facilitate training sessions
• Contribute to the development and review of GF OHS Policies and Procedures in line with regulatory and industry requirements

Bachelor's Degree (B.A. or B.S.) from 4 year college or university (Industrial or Occupational Health degree preferred)

5+ years related experience and/or training

• Preferred CSP/OHST/CIH certifications, or willing to pursue a certification.
• Knowledge / Experience
  • Knowledge of relevant health and safety legislation, Codes of Practice and OSHA Standards
  • Sound knowledge of hazard identification, risk assessment, risk control principles and their practical application to plant, equipment, processes, property, environment and other risk exposures within the business.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to influence and build partnerships both internally and externally at all levels of the organisation
  • Root cause methodology Investigator is desirable
• Key Challenges / Success factors
  • Influencing key stakeholders on recommended solutions
  • Building strong relationships with customers to ensure solutions are matched to needs and customer inclusive
  • Delivery of key programs against agreed plans (deliverables, time frames, budget)
  • Meeting of competing demands

Job Requisition

Travel Required:

Less than 10%

Country:
United States

Wage range or rate of pay: $100,000 - $120,000 Plus annual incentive plan eligibility
The compensation offered to the successful applicant may vary based on factors including experience, skills, education, location, and other job-related reasons.
Attractive total rewards package that includes:

• 401(k) savings plan
• Paid Family Building Leave
• Generous Paid Time Off - Eligible employees may accrue up to 160 hours in year 1
• 10 Paid Holidays
• Relocation Assistance Program (where applicable)
• Education Assistance

Benefits details available at
The J.R. Simplot Company is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, physical or mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, marital status, or any other protected status.