Safety Manager

We’re a leader in the pet care industry, which means we’re not only ahead in volume, profit and market share, but our associates dare to Stand Taller. We innovate new products, impart new agilities into existing processes, constantly advance pet nutrition, and always pay it forward in the form of service for our communities and families. Are you up for the dare?

This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship.

Position Summary

Aside from its 300 days of annual sunshine, breathtaking scenery and remaining a mecca for some of the country’s best brews, Denver has consistently ranked in the ‘Top 10 pet-loving cities’ and ‘Top 5 dog-friendly cities’ year over year. Nestlé Purina has a proud presence in this mile-high city, having been in operation since 1930. Its first 42 years in operation were primarily to produce livestock feed until the plant transitioned into a pet food-only manufacturer in 1972. Since then, the location became the first-ever pet food factory to utilize solar energy. To date, we’re proud to sustainably produce 260,134 tons annually of Dog Chow®, Cat Chow®, Kit n Kaboodle®, Alpo®, Beneful®, Nestlé Purina ONE Beyond®, Nestlé Purina ONE® and Pro Plan®.

As the Safety Manager, you will manage, facilitate, direct and continuously evaluate and improve safety objectives and goals. You will ensure that employees have the training, resources and support to work safely and follow all safety policies and procedures. You will champion all safety policies and procedures and lead plant-wide safety meetings, teams and functional training.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

Develop safety and health programs, systems and processes, including training and coaching to establish clear expectations and procedures.
Effectively drive sustainable implementation of corporate, division and local initiatives via hands-on leadership, coaching and teamwork.
Drive compliance with local, state and federal safety requirements. Maintain OSHA 300 Log and internal reporting as required.
Study data and trends to implement safety campaigns. Organize, coordinate and conduct training for Safety Committee on safety topics and current safety programs in the plant.
Utilize Nestlé Continuous Excellence (NCE) principles, tools, systems and processes to enhance performance. Develop and lead the Safety, Health and Environmental (SHE) pillar for Total Productive Maintenance (TPM).
Ensure effective injury case management process is fully implemented, well understood and functioning optimally. Provide customer service for all employees with inquiries in the areas of safety to include, but not limited to workers’ compensation, personal protective equipment, etc.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s Degree in Safety, Industrial Hygiene, Occupational Health or related field
3+ years of leadership experience
5+ years’ experience in a safety or compliance role within a manufacturing, industrial, military or related environment

This position has a minimum salary of $93,066. Please note that the salary provided is a good faith estimate for the position. The final salary offer will be determined after reviewing relevant factors, which include a candidate’s qualifications and experience, where appropriate.

Requisition ID

150251

It is our business imperative to remain a very inclusive workplace.

To our veterans and separated service members, you're at the forefront of our minds as we recruit top talent to join Nestlé. The skills you've gained while serving our country, such as flexibility, agility, and leadership, are much like the skills that will make you successful in this role. In addition, with our commitment to an inclusive work environment, we recognize the exceptional engagement and innovation displayed by individuals with disabilities. Nestlé seeks such skilled and qualified individuals to share our mission where you’ll join a cohort of others who have chosen to call Nestlé home.

The Nestlé Companies are an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer seeking diversity in qualified applicants for employment. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, gender, gender identity, age, religion, national origin, ancestry, disability, perceived disability, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other protected status, as defined by applicable law. Prior to the next step in the recruiting process, we welcome you to inform us confidentially if you may require any special accommodations in order to participate fully in our recruitment experience. Contact us at accommodations@nestle.com or please dial 711 and provide this number to the operator: 1-800-321-6467.

This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship.

We’re a leader in the pet care industry, which means we’re not only ahead in volume, profit and market share, but our associates dare to Stand Taller. We innovate new products, impart new agilities into existing processes, constantly advance pet nutrition, and always pay it forward in the form of service for our communities and families. Are you up for the dare?

This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship.

Position Summary

Aside from its 300 days of annual sunshine, breathtaking scenery and remaining a mecca for some of the country’s best brews, Denver has consistently ranked in the ‘Top 10 pet-loving cities’ and ‘Top 5 dog-friendly cities’ year over year. Nestlé Purina has a proud presence in this mile-high city, having been in operation since 1930. Its first 42 years in operation were primarily to produce livestock feed until the plant transitioned into a pet food-only manufacturer in 1972. Since then, the location became the first-ever pet food factory to utilize solar energy. To date, we’re proud to sustainably produce 260,134 tons annually of Dog Chow®, Cat Chow®, Kit n Kaboodle®, Alpo®, Beneful®, Nestlé Purina ONE Beyond®, Nestlé Purina ONE® and Pro Plan®.

As the Safety Manager, you will manage, facilitate, direct and continuously evaluate and improve safety objectives and goals. You will ensure that employees have the training, resources and support to work safely and follow all safety policies and procedures. You will champion all safety policies and procedures and lead plant-wide safety meetings, teams and functional training.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

Develop safety and health programs, systems and processes, including training and coaching to establish clear expectations and procedures.
Effectively drive sustainable implementation of corporate, division and local initiatives via hands-on leadership, coaching and teamwork.
Drive compliance with local, state and federal safety requirements. Maintain OSHA 300 Log and internal reporting as required.
Study data and trends to implement safety campaigns. Organize, coordinate and conduct training for Safety Committee on safety topics and current safety programs in the plant.
Utilize Nestlé Continuous Excellence (NCE) principles, tools, systems and processes to enhance performance. Develop and lead the Safety, Health and Environmental (SHE) pillar for Total Productive Maintenance (TPM).
Ensure effective injury case management process is fully implemented, well understood and functioning optimally. Provide customer service for all employees with inquiries in the areas of safety to include, but not limited to workers’ compensation, personal protective equipment, etc.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s Degree in Safety, Industrial Hygiene, Occupational Health or related field
3+ years of leadership experience
5+ years’ experience in a safety or compliance role within a manufacturing, industrial, military or related environment

This position has a minimum salary of $93,066. Please note that the salary provided is a good faith estimate for the position. The final salary offer will be determined after reviewing relevant factors, which include a candidate’s qualifications and experience, where appropriate.

Requisition ID

150251

It is our business imperative to remain a very inclusive workplace.

To our veterans and separated service members, you're at the forefront of our minds as we recruit top talent to join Nestlé. The skills you've gained while serving our country, such as flexibility, agility, and leadership, are much like the skills that will make you successful in this role. In addition, with our commitment to an inclusive work environment, we recognize the exceptional engagement and innovation displayed by individuals with disabilities. Nestlé seeks such skilled and qualified individuals to share our mission where you’ll join a cohort of others who have chosen to call Nestlé home.

The Nestlé Companies are an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer seeking diversity in qualified applicants for employment. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, gender, gender identity, age, religion, national origin, ancestry, disability, perceived disability, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other protected status, as defined by applicable law. Prior to the next step in the recruiting process, we welcome you to inform us confidentially if you may require any special accommodations in order to participate fully in our recruitment experience. Contact us at accommodations@nestle.com or please dial 711 and provide this number to the operator: 1-800-321-6467.

This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship.

Denver, CO, US, 80216