Plant Safety Manager - Clarksville, AR

Job Details:

Job Description

Summary: This position is responsible for providing leadership and strategic direction in Safety by spearheading the plant's continuous improvement efforts. As a key member of the Plant Management Team, the role will support and advise site management regarding the Safety Management System.

Responsibilities:

• Develop a proactive local safety strategy to ensure the plant operates sustainably, healthily, and safely.
• Participate in creating a vision for safety, enhancing established programs, and consistently implementing new programs within a team environment.
• Work to eliminate, prevent, or reduce the occurrence of safety, health, and medical issues.
• Facilitate the development and maintenance of behaviors, attitudes, and a safety culture that supports Tyson Foods' goals and actions.
• Act as a change agent to accelerate best practice sharing within the facility.
• Direct the safety programs for the site and recommend the design and implementation of new programs to minimize company losses due to accidents.
• Measure the effectiveness of programs and ensure compliance with OSHA regulations and Tyson Foods' Ergonomic program.
• Inspect machinery, equipment, and working conditions to ensure compliance with OSHA standards.
• Maintain OSHA files and support documents, accompany OSHA inspectors during plant inspections, and regularly inspect and review plant operations to ensure compliance with state and federal regulations.
• Report potential violations and recommend corrective actions as needed.
• Analyze accident statistics to establish necessary precautions and changes for plant safety.
• Communicate safety policy and procedure changes to management personnel.
• Ensure that all health and safety policies, procedures, and practices are reviewed annually or as required by changes in practices or regulations, and rolled out in a timely manner.
• Conduct safety inspections and procedural audits in the field, taking immediate corrective action if required.
• Review all safety areas to determine causes, identify corrective actions, and conduct training in areas such as ergonomics, emergency response, lockout/tagout, hazard communication, and personal protective equipment.
• Investigate all safety-related incidents, review incident reports, and complete necessary reports for insurance carriers, risk management systems, and corporate safety offices.

Requirements:

• Education: Bachelors Degree in Business Administration, Management, Engineering, Industrial Technology, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience: Minimum of 3 years of progressive experience in environment, safety, and sustainability management preferred. Strong knowledge of safety regulations, OSHA hazard communications, accident investigation, and safety training methods. Knowledge of industry best practices regarding safety and environmental approaches, including PSM and RMP safety practices.
• Computer Skills: Standard computer skills.
• Communication Skills: Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.
• Special Skills: Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write clearly and effectively.

Position Details: This position is integral to maintaining a safe and compliant workplace, ensuring the well-being of all employees, and fostering a culture of safety excellence at Tyson Foods. The role requires a proactive and strategic approach to safety management, with a focus on continuous improvement and compliance with regulations. The successful candidate will be a key player in driving the plant towards sustainable and safe operations, acting as a change agent and leader in safety initiatives.

Schedule: The position's schedule will vary depending on the location's needs, requiring flexibility to adapt to different operational demands and ensure comprehensive safety oversight.

Highly recommended to include a resume in a PDF or Word Document format.

We offer a full range of benefits and perks including:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Telehealth services
• Well-Being Support Programs
• FSA and HSA available
• 401k
• Stock Purchase Plan
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Short-Term & Long- Term Disability
• Fully Funded Education
• Discount Program

Relocation Assistance Eligible:

Work Shift:

Hourly Applicants ONLY -You must complete the task after submitting your application to provide additional information to be considered for employment.

Tyson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, national origin, color, religion, age, genetics, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status.

We provide our team members and their families with paid time off; 401(k) plans; affordable health, life, dental, vision and prescription drug benefits; and more.

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