Safety Manager at Land O'Lakes, Inc. in Turlock, California

Job Description:

Safety Manager

The Safety Manager communicates procedures that improve the health and safety of the employees. Responsible for workplace inspections and identifies the risks that pose threats, to include risks associated with machinery, equipment, chemicals, processes, safety committees, and provide training to employees . Develop and implement safety& environmental programs and policies, train personnel on new protocols, and ensure that the plant is in compliance with all health, safety, and environmental regulations

Salary: 86K to 107K (depending on experience)

Safety Regulatory Compliance and Risk Reduction

• Manage/mentors direct report(s) to build knowledge in regulatory compliance and risk reduction.


• Review capital projects and provide EHS input.


• Develop and implement site specific safety programs and conduct inspections.


• Identifying Safety Hazards and implementing corrective actions.


• Maintain records of incidents (near miss, first aid, recordable, etc.) and Lead Incident Investigations.


• Communicate to the Plant Manager and Division EHS staff regarding the status of open Action Plans and other metrics as requested.


• Training: Prepare, schedule, and present OSHA and EHS program training. Set up outside training regarding Regulatory and Non-regulatory safety requirements for the facility.


• Track required employee training and notify supervisors when employee training is incomplete.

Environmental Regulatory Compliance and Risk Reduction

• Conducting routine compliance inspections and complete reporting requirements for required environmental compliance programs (Ex. Air emissions, SPCC, storm water, spill reporting, hazardous waste, wastewater, etc.)


• Develop focused communications and issues resolutions plan related to compliance.


• Ensures effective execution of plant environmental programs and policies.


• Administers and implement proactive environmental management system.


• Determine plant environmental footprint and develop and implement proactive resource conservation program.


• Perform other duties, as assigned, in support business EHS needs.

Resource Conservation

• Resource Conservation: Develop and Lead Plant resource conservation programs in water, wastewater, energy, and recycling.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Traits:

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills and a demonstrated ability to motivate and direct others.


• Ability to work within a team environment.

Experience-Education (Required):

• A Bachelor's degree (B.S.) in Safety Management, Engineering discipline, or related field OR 5+ years of experience in Leadership and Safety Management in a manufacturing environment.


• A minimum of 3 years of Safety Management experience.


• Experience in providing training in safety management and develop standards.


• Preferred Certifications: PE, FET, CSP, ASP, CHMM,

Physical Demands:

• Will need to be able to work in a hot environment where temperatures can vary from cold to extreme heat.


• Will need to be available to work overtime, weekends including Saturday and Sunday based on production needs.

About Land O'Lakes, Inc.

Join us and be part of a Fortune 250, farmer- and member-owned cooperative that is reimagining the business of food. We have been named a Top Workplace by Indeed and LinkedIn, and to the TIME 100 Most Influential Companies list.

We provide a broad portfolio of benefits to keep you and your family at your best. Land O'Lakes is Where Your Future Takes Root.

Land O'Lakes, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) M/F/Vets/Disabled. The company maintains a drug-free workforce, including post-employment substance abuse testing pursuant to a Drug and Alcohol Policy.

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