Director, US Health & Safety
Company: Lactalis American Group
Location: Buffalo
Posted on: May 9, 2024
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Job Description:
Description------Lactalis US is currently seeking candidates to
join our US Manufacturing team. This role will be located at one of
our corporate sites in Bedford, NH, Buffalo, NY, or Chicago,
IL.----Lactalis, the world leader in dairy, is a family-owned
business with more than 85,000 pragmatic and ambitious
professionals worldwide, committed to nurturing the future by
providing healthy and delicious dairy products that bring people
together every day. We produce award-winning dairy products that
bring people together every day. We offer an enviable range of
dairy brands including Galbani, Prsident, Kraft Natural Cheese,
Cracker Barrel, Black Diamond, Parmalat, Siggi s, and Stonyfield
Organic in addition to several brands imported from our affiliates
in Europe.----At Lactalis, our core values of AMBITION, ENGAGEMENT,
and SIMPLICITY are at the heart of everything we do. We are
dedicated to building a safe, diverse, inclusive, and authentic
workplace and we know that our candidates come from many different
backgrounds, cultures, and experiences. If you re excited about
this role but your past experience doesn t align perfectly with
every qualification in the job posting, we still encourage you to
apply and share with us your STORY, your PASSION, and your
EXPERTISE! --You may be just the perfect candidate for this or
other roles within our company.----From your PASSION to oursThe US
Health & Safety (H&S) Director is responsible for the
development, implementation, and direction of Lactalis USA s
H&S programs and processes to ensure effective risk management
and loss control, and a safe, healthy, and productive work
environment. The H&S Director will lead all H&S activities
by partnering with Plant Directors, Site H&S Managers, Groupe
Lactalis H&S leaders, and other cross-functional teams by
offering tools, training, guidance, and support for all teams to
navigate H&S challenges effectively.--The US H&S Director
reports to the Zone America's VP of Manufacturing.--From your
EXPERTISE to oursKey responsibilities for this position
include:--Develop H&S and Loss Prevention short and long-term
strategic plans. Provide advice to H&S business unit directors
with respect to emerging trends, challenges, and solutions in the
areas of health, safety, regulatory affairs, case law technological
developments, and best practices.Direct the development,
implementation, communication, and management of H&S and Loss
Prevention standards, programs, processes, and policies to ensure
compliance with the Groupe Lactalis requirements, legal
requirements and best practices.--Collaborate with the SVP
Manufacturing to shape LACTALIS USA s 3-5 Year Capex budget for
health and safety initiatives, aligning with insurance requirements
and regulations. Lead the Plants' Long-Term Plans on Capex for
health and safety. Take charge of environmental control strategies,
partnering with legal and site teams for technical support and
leading investigations from government agencies (EPA, DEC,
OSHA).Partner with Groupe Lactalis H&S to manage LACTALIS USA s
Business Continuity Assurance Program and Plant Audit program.
Ensure site preparedness for Business Continuity and Plant Audit
activities. Ensure compliance with all Groupe Lactalis standards.
Provide updates to Groupe Lactalis H&S leaders regarding KPI s,
audit results and associated action plans.Partner with all LACTALIS
USA sites to ensure resources are available to manage and carry out
quality H&S activities.Provide guidance and support to H&S
site directors during the investigation of health and safety
incidents. Responsible for supervising the investigation of all
major accidents and recommending future preventive
measures.Supervise solutions from sites to eliminate or reduce TF1
and TF2 incidents through appropriate education, training, and
rigorous safety measures.Implement and oversee a Health and Safety
(H&S) and Loss Prevention management system, ensuring
continuous improvement aligned with standards such as ISO 45001 and
in adherence to the Groupe Lactalis Standard.Collaborate with
leaders to develop key performance indicators (KPI) to ensure all
facilities meet or exceed all H&S and Loss Prevention policies,
procedures, and programs, as well as annual safety audits and
standardized scoring methods. Responsible for monitoring and
reporting on KPI and audit results. Create defined action plans and
provide routine updates regarding progress.Proactively identify and
address Health and Safety (H&S) and Loss Prevention concerns,
risks, and hazards within the organization's operations in
collaboration with H&S site director, establishing protective
guidelines and protocols.--Provide leadership in the workers
compensation process including analysis and reconciliation of
health and safety programs (OSHA). Maintain contact with LACTALIS
USA workers compensation insurance carrier.--Develop and implement
audit tools (such as ISO standard). Direct activities related to
completion of audits performed by H&S Managers at all LACTALIS
USA plants. Partner with H&S site directors to ensure standards
are met, taking corrective action as required to close any gaps.
Partner with site directors, site H&S directors and Human
Resources to address all training needs.--Serve as H&S
representative on the CSR Committee. Drive initiatives across
LACTALIS USA--Review reporting, including updates on action plans
and all KPI s related to H&S.--Demonstrate commitment to a safe
working environment that promotes the health and wellbeing of all
employees and that will further contribute to the Company s overall
performance and success.--Travel and / or extended or off work
hours may be required.--This description reflects management s
assignment of essential functions, it does not proscribe or
restrict the tasks that may be assigned.To fulfill these
responsibilities, tools such as a computer, phone or, and / or
allowance(s) may be provided.Reasonable accommodations may be made
to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these Essential
Duties and Responsibilities.Supervisory Responsibilities:Incumbent
is responsible for the overall direction, coordination, and
evaluation for H&S implications of the various Lactalis USA
entities (LAG, LHD, LUSY, Karoun) and Team Members in accordance
with the organization s policies and applicable laws. He will be in
direct contact with H&S directors of these
entities.----Requirements----From your STORY to oursQualified
applicants will contribute the following:--EducationMaster s degree
in Safety / Bachelor's required, Master's preferred, major in
Occupational Safety Management or EHS (Environment, Health, and
Safety)MBA degree is a plus or equivalent experience to include at
least fifteen years (15) of job-related experience.Experience15+
years related experience is required, including experience managing
and leading safety programs and initiatives in a food manufacturing
environment.--Experience supporting multiple manufacturing
sites.Proven track record of implementing effective EH&S
programs with positive results.Specialized KnowledgeKnowledge of
appropriate federal, state, county, city, and institutional
regulations regarding food processing operations.Comprehensive
understanding of legislation, regulations, theory, and case law
related to H&S.--Current knowledge of changes and innovations
of H&S.--Knowledge and comprehensive understanding of fire
prevention and its standards is an asset.Proficiency with Microsoft
Office applications, specifically Excel.--Extensive knowledge of
OSHA, EPA, and NFPA standards.Skills / AbilitiesExpertise in
auditing. Ability to lead internal audits and train site
auditors.--Excellent understanding of Incident Investigation/Root
Cause Analysis.Ability to work effectively with multiple
cross-functional teams and stakeholders with the ability to
effectively influence others to action.--Exceptional analytical,
and problem-solving skills, with the ability to present complex
solutions to technical and non-technical stakeholders across all
organizational levels and diverse cultures and geographies.Good
problem-solving techniques including knowledge of LEAN and/or Six
Sigma methodologies.Effective training techniques to wide-ranging
audiences.Entrepreneurial and hands-on committed to innovation,
continuous improvement, and moving beyond the norm.Ability to
prioritize, balance, and manage multiple tasks simultaneously,
adjust to changing priorities, and make decisions with speed and
accuracy based on available information.--Highly organized, with a
keen eye for detail.Excellent oral and written communication,
presentation, and negotiation skills.Collaborative & pragmatic
mindset.Ability to travel 50%-70% depending on the needs of each
BU/plant.Ability to adapt to a changing work environment.Ability to
work extended or off-work hours is required.Professional
CertificationsCertified Safety Professional Certification
(CSP)--Lactalis is an equal employment opportunity employer. We
will not discriminate against applicants with regard to any
legally-recognized basis including, but not limited to: veteran
status, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital
status, sexual orientation, and physical or mental
disabilities.----
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