Job Title: Corporate Safety Director

Job Description

Join a dynamic team in the food manufacturing industry as a Corporate Safety Director. This role is pivotal in fostering a culture of safety across 11 manufacturing facilities. You will be responsible for developing and implementing comprehensive safety strategies that align with business objectives and regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a comprehensive corporate safety strategy that aligns with business objectives.
• Design, implement, and maintain effective safety programs, including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), Confined Space, Hazard Communication (HazCom), Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), Emergency Action Plans, Accident Investigation, Root Cause Analysis, and Ergonomics.
• Ensure all facilities comply with OSHA, FDA, and other relevant safety regulations.
• Conduct regular safety audits and inspections to identify potential hazards and non-compliance issues.
• Create and deliver engaging safety training programs for employees at all levels.
• Lead and oversee incident investigations to determine root causes and implement corrective actions.
• Develop and track key safety performance indicators (KPIs) and report on safety performance to leadership.
• Partner with operations, HR, engineering, and other departments to integrate safety into all business aspects.
• Manage the corporate safety budget, ensuring effective allocation of resources.
• Champion a culture of continuous improvement by regularly reviewing and updating safety programs.

Essential Skills

• Proven ability to manage multiple people in a safety capacity with a minimum of 5 years of experience.
• Strong knowledge and experience with OSHA compliance, including audits and safety regulations.
• Experience in conducting root cause analyses and implementing continuous improvement plans.
• Experience in safety management within a manufacturing environment.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in the food or pharmaceutical industry is preferred.
• Bilingual skills, particularly in Spanish, are beneficial.
• Ability to blend into the organization and manage teams effectively.

Work Environment

The position involves a 50/50 split between the corporate office and local manufacturing plants. Travel is limited to within a few hours' drive, with occasional trips to other facilities. The work environment is collaborative and safety-focused, with opportunities for career advancement.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Chester, Illinois.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $100000.00 - $125000.00/yr.

401k, health, dental, vision

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Chester,IL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 19, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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Salary : $100,000 - $125,000