Safety Manager-Somerset, NJ

Empower Associates
Safety Manager-
Responsibilities include:
- Developing and executing health and safety plans in a food manufacturing environment according local, state and federal Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) rules and regulations, FDA, DEC, NEC, NYSDA, NIOSH, ANSI, NFPA, and DEP requirements.
- Preparing and enforcing policies to establish a culture of health and safety
- Evaluating practices, procedures and facilities to assess risk and adherence to the law
- Conduct training and presentations for health and safety matters and accident prevention
- Monitor compliance to policies and laws by inspecting employees and operations
- Inspect equipment and machinery to observe possible unsafe conditions
- Investigate accidents or incidents to discover causes and handle worker’s compensation claims
- Recommend solutions to issues, improvement opportunities or new prevention measures
- Report on health and safety awareness, issues and statistics
Requirements and Skills:
- Proven experience as Safety Manager
- Deep understanding of legal health and safety guidelines
- Ability in producing reports and developing relevant policies
- Good knowledge of data analysis and risk assessment
- Excellent organizational and motivational skills
- Outstanding attention to detail and observation ability
- Exceptional communication and interpersonal abilities
- BS/BA required
- Valid qualification in occupational health and safety