The Role
Leads the Safety Central Services Team and develops organization-wide health and safety programs, compliance systems, training initiatives, regulatory reporting, dashboards, and specialized services such as process safety, dust hazard analysis, industrial hygiene, emergency response, and SDS management. The role advises operational and corporate stakeholders, manages audits, fosters safety culture, and drives continuous improvement across plants, docks, offices, and other locations.
Summary Generated by Built In
This position reports to the VP of Safety Management and will serve as strategic leader responsible for the design, development, implementation, education, and administration of a comprehensive health and safety programs. This leader proactively directs the day-to-day operations of the Safety Central Services Team and provides safety program management to ensure compliance with Federal, State, and local regulations. In addition, this role leads strategic educational initiatives to champion program implementation and success. The position is both strategic and tactical in nature; leading a group of 5+ safety managers to develop, implement, and administer safety programs, policies, systems, and specialized services. As a member of our safety leadership team, this leader will be responsible for supporting and enabling a positive safety culture within our plants, docks, offices, and other areas we operate, and will effectively support our Regional Safety Support Team, Fleet Safety Director, and other operational and corporate stakeholders.
Essential Duties/Responsibilities
Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.
- Enable a world class safety culture, process oriented, and compliance supporting environment through the exploration, development and implementation of effective and innovative solutions, programs, systems, tools, and educational materials.
- Develop and Manage the Safety Central Services Team, including: 1) Strategic development and mentoring of the Safety Central Services Team; Review of current processes and practices, department structure and skill sets; and driving continuous improvement in performance and services provided.
- Develop and implement safety and compliance management systems, processes, programs, policies, and procedures that align with current business practices.
- Monitor & interpret Federal, State and local regulations (DOT, OSHA, etc.), determine applicability to our operations.
- Manage the company's regulatory reporting function.
- Coordinate resource needs during regulatory audits (DOT, OSHA, etc.).
- Develop employee education, training, engagement, and performance management strategies to include:
- Create dashboards, analytics, and metrics for success.
- Develop safety curricula, certifications, training tracks, and/or learning paths to enhance employee competencies and qualifications, including on-boarding and regulatory training.
- Effectively sell the value proposition of safety programs and processes in the field.
- Developing efficient training strategies, leveraging technology (including learning management systems), to increase field engagement and meet regulatory compliance requirements.
- Support operations with standardized material and content development.
- Create communications and engagement strategies and materials.
- Oversee, lead and manage the process leaders and resources needed for the following specialized services:
- Process Safety Management (PSM's) and related plans and evaluations.
- Dust Hazard Analyses (DHA's) and related plans and evaluations.
- Industrial hygiene related services and support.
- Emergency action and response planning, training & coordination.
- Maintenance Safety Data Sheets (SDS).
- Lead and oversee key services, including:
- Data dashboards, scorecards, trend analyses, etc.
- Safety information systems management, and centralized recordkeeping to meet regulatory requirements.
- Communication strategies.
- Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
- 7+ years of experience leading high functioning and action oriented teams, and a Bachelor's degree in Occupational Health and Safety or related discipline, OR in lieu of degree, must have a minimum of 7+ years' Occupational Health and Safety specific leadership and people management experience.
- 5+ years' experience in education, adult learning principles, content design, and organizational development. Experience administering and implementing learning management systems (LMS). Familiarity with and leveraging technology to support safety educational initiatives.
- Strong strategic thinker with the ability to drive long-term goals and objectives.
- Experience and expertise developing and implementing safety programs, safety management systems (ex. ISO 45001), safety information systems, RACI models, accountability processes, performance improvement, and standardize best practices.
- Must be self-motivated and capable of analyzing and solving complex problems through innovative thought and experience.
- Effective team member with experience in handling multiple projects/tasks and leading cross-functional teams with minimal guidance in a fast paced environment.
- Proven ability to build positive working relationships through collaboration in a heavily matrixed environment.
- Demonstrated ability to communicate clearly, simplifying complex processes and concepts to a variety of audiences.
- Able to advise on courses of action with minimal assistance using both written and verbal methods .
- Limited travel, up to 20%.
Preferred Qualifications
- Safety experience leading in a large multinational; global safety experience preferred.
- Licenses and certifications in Safety Management, Continuous Improvement, Organizational Development.
- Experience in Lean Manufacturing; proficiency in 5s a plus.
- Strong math skills, including statistical analysis.
Working Conditions and Physical Demands
- Occasionally exposed to varying temperatures, noise, odors, biohazardous conditions, chemicals, and electrical hazards.
- Occasionally requires travel to offsite locations.
- Frequently requires sitting and walking/moving about the work location.
- Occasionally requires use of office equipment, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, climbing, and balancing.
- Must be able to communicate effectively and use senses to identify potential hazards.
- Occasionally requires lifting and/or moving up to 25lbs.
Responsibilities
- Lead the Safety Central Services Team, directing daily operations and strategic initiatives.
- Design, develop, and implement health and safety programs across the organization.
- Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local safety regulations.
- Educate and train employees on safety protocols and best practices.
- Manage and administer safety programs, policies, and systems.
- Support the Regional Safety Support Team and collaborate with the Fleet Safety Director.
- Foster a positive safety culture and promote a safe work environment.
- Lead educational initiatives to enhance safety awareness and implementation.
- Stay updated with industry trends and best practices in safety management.
- Provide strategic guidance and support to operational teams and corporate stakeholders.
- Bachelor's degree in Occupational Health and Safety or a related field.
- 5+ years of experience in safety management, with a proven track record of leading teams.
- Strong knowledge of health and safety regulations and best practices.
- Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively with diverse teams and stakeholders.
- Analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
- Proficiency in safety management software and data analysis tools.
- Strong organizational and project management skills.
- Willingness to travel as required for safety audits and support.
- A passion for promoting a culture of safety and continuous improvement.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Occupational Health and Safety or a related discipline, or at least 7 years of Occupational Health and Safety leadership and people-management experience in lieu of a degree.
- At least 7 years of experience leading high-functioning teams.
- At least 5 years of experience in education, adult learning principles, content design, and organizational development.
- Experience administering and implementing Learning Management Systems (LMS).
- Experience developing and implementing safety programs, safety management systems such as ISO 45001, safety information systems, accountability processes, performance improvement, and standardized best practices.
- Strong strategic thinking, complex problem-solving, communication, collaboration, and cross-functional leadership skills.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and tasks in a fast-paced, matrixed environment with minimal guidance.
- Proficiency in safety management software and data analysis tools.
- Willingness to travel up to 20% for safety audits and operational support.
- Safety leadership experience in a large multinational organization; global safety experience preferred.
- Licenses or certifications in Safety Management, Continuous Improvement, or Organizational Development.
- Experience in Lean Manufacturing; proficiency in 5S is a plus.
- Strong mathematics skills, including statistical analysis.
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The Company
What We Do
In a transitioning world, many things change. Global population growth, climate change, increased life expectancy and wealth have put pressure on our natural resources providing us with food, feed, fuel and general well-being. Now, more than ever we need to find viable ways to provide for our changing needs and those of future generations. That’s where we come in. With over 200 processing plants on five continents and sales and distribution offices throughout the world, Darling Ingredients serves the agri-food industry and reduce food waste by collecting and repurposing animal-based co-products and other natural materials that would otherwise be discarded. We convert these into unique and valuable ingredients that fit market demands. This way we connect global supply and demand and contribute to a circular economy.
