Safety Specialist (12/1/08)

Job Description: Responsible for leading the daily safety activities for the Private Fleet network, while supporting and coordinating the safety and environmental responsibilities of the local Distribution Center (DC). The position will report directly to the Logistics Safety and Compliance Manager. The primary function will be to support the Fleet network leadership and local DC management to ensure all operations are within federal and state regulatory guidelines, compliant with all company policies and consistent with the synergized logistics approach.

The safety responsibility matrix will be of a national exposure and consist of the following components: Five terminal locations in Streetsboro, Oh. Allentown, Pa., Dekalb, Ill. Mira Loma, Ca. and McDonough, Ga. with approximately 130 company drivers, 16 mechanics and 40 owner/operators and one Distribution Center located in DeKalb, IL which has approximately 150 employees.

This individual will be responsible for leading and facilitating the development of a comprehensive, leading edge safety training program while identifying synergistic and collaborative opportunities within the Fleet and DC groups. The program will drive optimal results in the areas of: OSHA, EPA, DOT Reportable/Roadside Inspections and Crash Frequency. In addition, the individual will assist in driving & implementing a safety culture that is focused, empowering and participatory in nature, while committed to innovation, results and ongoing safety excellence.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Monitor, assist and support Fleet Network and local DC Leadership team to achieve compliance with all DOT, OSHA, EPA, state and local regulations, as well as, applicable Nestlé company policies.

2. Assist in development of and execution of objectives and strategic action plans for the purpose of meeting business targets.

3. Support, facilitate and implement network training modules within the (VRM) - Virtual Risk Manager process for both Fleet and Distribution operations to identify and minimize risk and exposure.

4. Support initiatives to provide optimal results related to Crash Frequency and US DOT reportable ratings (SafeStats) of vehicles and drivers.

5. Facilitation of data collection and reporting Key Performance Indicator's related to Safety and Environmental Performance.

6. Coordinate and participate in internal safety assessments and take part in audits conducted by outside groups (e.g., Corporate EHS, insurance carrier, government agencies, etc).

7. Co-lead accident discussions with Fleet Network and DC Leadership teams to determine preventability, accountability, root causes and remedial measures.

8. Participate in the HOS-training and compliance programs.

Minimum Education Level and/or Other Requirements:

Minimum Training and/or Experience Required:

Minimum Skills Required:

To Apply: Please go to our jobsite, input the job number and complete the application form.
http://www.nestleusa.com/PubCareers/ProJobSearch.aspx Job number: 00009970

EOE/MFDV - Nestlé is an 'Equal Opportunity Employer' and is looking for diversity in candidates in employment.

For the eighth consecutive year, Nestlé USA was named 'Most Admired Food Company in America' by Fortune magazine. Nestlé in the United States, which includes Nestlé USA, Nestlé Nutrition, Nestlé Purina PetCare Company, Nestlé Waters North America, Dreyer’s Grand Ice Cream, Inc., and Alcon Laboratories, Inc., is a part of Nestlé S.A. in Vevey, Switzerland—the world’s largest food company, with 2005 sales of $73 billion. Nestlé USA is committed to providing foods and beverages that enhance every life experience—from STOUFFER’S® Lasagna family nights to baking traditions with NESTLE® TOLL HOUSE®. Headquartered in Glendale, Calif., Nestlé USA has 21,000 employees, $12.5 billion in sales with 51 manufacturing facilities, 5 distribution centers and 59 sales offices across the country. For more information, visit us at www.nestleusa.com.

Safety, Health and Environmental Engineer (11/12/08)

Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Safety, Environmental or related
Years of Experience: Minimum of (3) years professional experience
Industry: Manufacturing
Location: Northern suburbs of Chicago (Strong preference for local/regional candidates)
Salary: $60-70,000

Responsibilities: Job is 70% safety 30% environmental and will support programs for 5 locations in the U.S. Will implement plans to ensure a proactive OSHA compliance program; develop & implement the accident investigation process to address causes and eliminate future incidents; develop and implement training; coordinate workers compensation program and participate in handling loss time cases; analyze safety performance information to identify and propose areas of improvement for reducing safety risks; establish metrics for performance reporting and to monitor progress against safety goals and objectives; chair safety committee at all applicable locations, develop meeting protocols, etc.; coordinate waste handling, storage and disposal; support locations in preparing and submitting environmental reports to agencies and assist with other environmental activities as needed. 25% travel is required.

Requirements: Bachelor’s Degree is required with at least (3) years of professional safety experience out of manufacturing, any environmental experience is a plus but not required. Must have solid knowledge of OSHA regulations, workers compensation administration, training and loss prevention. Must have the ability to establish working relationships with all levels of the organization and possess excellent communication skills.

Perks: Very stable company with increasing profits the past (2) quarters with expectations to reach $1 billion in sales this year; excellent benefits that are effective Day One to include medical, dental, vision, profit sharing, 401k, tuition reimbursement and (3) weeks vacation.

Contact:

Bethany M. Brevard
President, Professional Outlook, Inc.
bethany@professionaloutlook.com | 616.738.9600 | www.professionaloutlook.com

Divisional Director of Environmental Health & Safety (11/12/08)

Our Client: Located in the Milwaukee area, our client is a wholly owned subsidiary of a privately held world leader in the design, manufacture and marketing of highly engineered equipment and services. The parent company is a global business with an established sales presence in over 100 countries.

Reports to the divisional President and is responsible for directing activities in environmental management, occupational safety and health, industrial hygiene, site security and product stewardship in a 1 million sq ft unionized manufacturing facility. Responsible for 2 locations with a combined employee base of approximately 1,000 and will directly manage a Safety Coordinator and Environmental & Security Supervisor.

Experience, Qualifications & Education:

Summary of Responsibilities:

Contact Information:

Vanessa Sebek
Vogrinc & Short, Inc.
429 S. Phelps Ave.
Rockford, IL 61108
Tel: 815-394-1001
VanessaS@vogshort.com

Director of Consulting and Safety (9/16/08)

Location: Aurora, IL

Amerisafe Consulting and Safety Services is a safety consulting firm that offers professional safety services to a variety of industries across the United States. With offices in Chicago, Pittsburgh and Philadelphia, our Safety Management Services include full-time safety support for construction and manufacturing, safety training services, program development, and industrial hygiene services. We are one of the industries fastest growing EH&S consulting firms with plans to add two more offices in the next five years.

At this time we are looking for a Safety Professional with at least five years of experience in both Construction and General Industry Consulting to help lead our team of professionals in the Chicago office. A Certified Safety Professional is preferred. This position would require the following:

Manage operation of the Chicago office:

Sales and Marketing in the Chicago area:

Job Requirements

Please contact:

Kathy Brennan
Corporate Recruiter
Amerisafe Consulting and Safety Services
Phone: (630) 862-2694
kbrennan@luse.com

Safety Specialist III (9/2/08)

Location: Sioux City, IA (We will assist with relocation if necessary)
Salary:
65 - 75K; 7% Bonus Target

The experienced professional will specifically support areas of a plant, transportation, warehouse, cooler, freezer, sales / marketing and all other branches and aspects of company. A key objective will be to reduce incident rates and lessen the impact of workers’ compensation claim dollars.

We are looking for an individual that is a plant safety, health and wellness team professional that shares the leadership responsibility for an effective company Safety, Health and Wellness Program at the plant level. This role provides day-to-day oversight of safety and health activities for their facility. Contributes to the fulfillment of the company’s vision by designing, implementing and maintaining facility programs, policies, and procedures, to safeguard and support employees, customers/consumers products and the company.

Other responsibilities include providing the expertise, guidance and leadership for the development, implementation and sustainability of a world-class safety, health and wellness process to create an “injury-free” environment at the plant level. Assists in the development of and conducts value based Safety and Health Training and promotes safety and health by assisting with promotional campaigns. Supports Continuous Improvement, Process Safety Management, Workers Compensation, and Business Continuity-Crisis Management practices. Create and review policies and programs assuring compliance with all best practice safety and health concepts. Preparing reports of the analysis and communicating the results with the Plant Manger and department management. Effectively communicates policy recommendations, both orally and in writing to a broad spectrum of audiences as part of the employee safety and health education and awareness program. This position would report to the Manufacturing Facility Plant Manager and provide guidance, support, and coordination to the Director of Safety, Security, and Business Continuity.

Qualified applicants must have a Bachelors Degree in Safety and Health, Business, Industrial Technology, Industrial Hygiene or related disciplines; or the equivalent in education and work experience. Minimum of 3 years experience in safety and health related field.

Quailfied Applicants Please Contact:

Charles Southwick
Search Consultant
MILLER RESOURCE GROUP
1415 West 22nd Street; Suite 725
Oak Brook, IL 60523
Direct: 630-586-5368
Fax: 630-990-2973
charless@millerresource.com
www.MillerResource.com

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PSM / Safety Engineer (12/11/07)

Location: Dubuque, IA

Job Description: This position must be proficient with up-to-date OSHA and PSM regulations and possess excellent people and communication skills. The position will include the responsibility for overall development and implementation of the Process Safety Program as well as other safety related programs as needed.

Organizational Relationship: Reports to Safety Manager

General Responsibilities in Process Safety Management:

General Responsibilities in Safety:

General Responsibilities as Facility Security Officer:

General:

Qualified applicants can contact:

Lorne Bobren
Sr. Technical Recruiter
SRI Systems Research, Inc.
847-585-8072
lorneb@sriknows.com