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Health & Safety Site Manager

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Loudon, TN

Employer:  Primient
Job Type:  Full Time

Description

Health & Safety Site Manager

Loudon, TN

Ready for an H&S career with more impact? Join a market leader in ingredient manufacturing that is poised for a new era of success.

ABOUT PRIMIENT

Established yet entrepreneurial: Primient is an industry leader with proven products, six manufacturing plants, 1500+ employees and deep roots in corn wet milling. Yet we're also a brand-new company that is ready to drive change and create impact.

Inspired by a meaningful purpose: we use renewable sources to produce plant-based ingredients for some of the world's best-known brands. It feels good to produce safe, high-quality, sustainable products - that go into everything from sodas to hand cream and cardboard to clothing.

Poised for a new era of success: we're investing in our plants and people to unlock our potential in the industrial and food sectors. Guided by our values of Safety, Excellence, Integrity, and Growth, we're focused on growing our business, our reputation, and the career of every colleague. At Primient we don't compromise on talent. So, if you have the passion for Safety, matches with the skills and experience we are looking for, but working in Decatur would require relocating, then please read on, as Primient offer a full relocation support package, which means you don't have to compromise either.

Full details are available on request but include a comprehensive package to assist with city visits, moving expenses, and other relocation benefits. If you are looking to move your career forward, with a company you are proud to work for and ready to invest in you, then remove relocation as an obstacle, and apply today.

About the role

The position is the Local H&S Team Leader and will provide technical safety and health support for all aspects of the plant. This includes the development and implementation of programs and objectives and day-to-day support for safety and health initiatives for all areas.

Main Accountabilities
  • This position has 3 direct reports: a Safety administrator, a Safety Specialist, & Safety coordinator.
  • Accountable for the performance management and personnel development of your department. Responsible for developing clearly defined goals and objectives for the safety department. Responsibilities also include performance evaluations & career development of the direct reports.
  • Preparing, implementing, and positively promoting H&S Management Systems
  • Reviewing H&S performance to ensure company objectives and expectations are met.
  • Involving all employees in the relevant H&S plans for activities and services.
  • Assessing the existence and effectiveness of H&S plans through audits and reviews.
  • Reviewing and tracking corrective actions for all incidents, defects, hazards, inadequacies of procedures and suggested improvements.
  • Actively handling workplace injury claims, including reporting incidents, coordinating medical treatment, communicating with injured employees, and working with insurance companies to ensure proper benefits are provided while aiming to minimize costs and promote a swift return to work for the employee.
  • Implementing leadership requirements specified in the H&S Management Standards
  • Lead safety teams and Incident Investigations.
  • Maintain an in-depth knowledge of applicable safety requirements.

What you bring to us:
  • Bachelor's degree in related field, CSP preferred.
  • Minimum of 5 years' experience in process/food industrial environment
  • Previous safety management experience
  • Strong interpersonal and leadership skills
  • Experience in root cause investigation techniques.
  • Knowledgeable of Safety Compliance is preferred.
  • Safety Systems familiarity (i.e., ISO 14001, ISO 45001, or similar.) is preferred

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Working with us in Loudon, TN

Our Primient plant is part of largest and most complex facility across our network and has been part of the Loudon community for over 80 years. It has been a hub of innovation and technology and will continue to be a flagship facility for Primient. Today, more than 350 team members work at our plant and administration building. We are proud of our strong community relations, our excellent safety record, and our local community outreach and service. Our promising future makes it an exciting place to be.

Relocating to Loudon (or our region)

Located c. 32 miles south of Knoxville. Loudon is home to around 6,650 people. Loudon scores well for livability, cost of living and schools - this is a place to enjoy the outdoors lifestyle. Just 1.5 hr away from Sevierville and Gatlinburg for an incredible vacation and shopping.

Rewards & benefits
Competitive salary / 401 K matching and non-contingent matching plans / Healthcare / Medical insurance

Career development

Our structure provides autonomy and accountability in your role. You have scope to develop a depth of expertise and the opportunity to follow career pathways outside the norm.

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging

We are passionate believers in the power of difference. We strive to represent the communities in which we operate and to provide an inclusive, welcoming environment for all. We want Primient to be a place where every employee feels they belong and knows they are seen, heard, valued and safe to speak up. Our aspiration is to unlock the full potential in diverse perspectives, while offering everyone an equal chance to grow, thrive and progress.

Primient is an equal opportunity employer, committed to the strength of an inclusive workforce.

California Consumer Privacy Act ("CCPA")

The Company is committed to complying with the California Consumer Privacy Act ("CCPA") and all data privacy and laws in the jurisdictions in which it recruits and hires employees. We collect the following categories of personal information for the purpose of hiring the best qualified applicants and to comply with applicable employment laws: Name and contact information; Job preference and work availability; Social Security Number and/or other identification information; Education and qualifications; Employment history and experience; Military service; Reference and background check information, including relevant criminal history and credit history; Social media information; Pre-employment test results; Post-offer medical examination information and results, including drug test results; Voluntary self-disclosure information regarding minority, veteran, and disability status; and Information provided by you during the hiring process.
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