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?

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　　POSITION SUMMARY

　　At Nestlé Purina Pet Care, we’re a “safety first” culture, driven by a zero accident, zero defect, zero waste mentality. As a Safety Specialist, you will assist the Safety Manager with the implementation of policies and programs necessary to fully comply with Nestle Purina Pet Care Safety Programs and objectives. You will provide training and ensure proper communication at all levels of the plant to achieve full preparation in the Safety and Health programs and compliance with Federal, State, and Local Government regulations. You will act as a resource to all departments in the plant to provide safety and loss control support.

　　Fosters/develops a culture where safety and health are ingrained as a core value with all employees, everyone is actively engaged in performing their work in a safe manner, everyone actively interacts with co-workers to prevent at-risk behaviors. Effectively coaches and develops operations line supervision to be effective SH&E (Safety, Health, and Environmental) leaders/coaches in their respective positions.

　　Analyze SH&E conditions and behaviors and recommends changes to continuously improve Site SH&E performance to world class levels.

　　Primarily responsible for implementing systems, procedures, and work practices to ensure “audit ready” state of compliance. Develop and implement processes and procedures (SOP's) to ensure Site compliance with company and regulatory agency policies, including federal, state and local legislation and regulations pertaining to Safety and Health.

　　Understand the safety risks associated with jobs, site wide. Ensures thorough investigation of all incidents, in coordination with Safety and Health Site leadership. Provide expertise and participate in Safety and Health incident investigations as necessary.

　　Routinely walk the Projects, Contractor work sites, and maintenance being performed to ensure safety compliance per OSHA regulations. Evaluate compliance with PPE requirements, check on contractor training and review safety paperwork (hot work permits, confined space permits, daily checklists, etc.). Act as Safety Liaison to Engineering and Maintenance to track and follow up on completion of New Equipment Checklists and support the site Safety Initiatives associated with contractors.

　　Administer training programs associated with safety and health including “train the trainer” sessions to build capability of line supervision.

　　Requirements

　　High School Diploma or GED Equivalent

　　2+ years’ experience in a safety role in production, manufacturing, agriculture, industrial, military or related environment.

　　Other

　　MSHA Certification PreferredDon’t meet all the qualifications listed under “other”? These are preferred, but not required. When you apply for a role with Nestlé Purina, we ensure that individual confidentiality is held to the highest regard. We are intentional about creating an inclusive workplace for everyone. We consider our associates our most valuable assets. Please apply for full consideration.

　　The approximate pay range for this position is $65,000 - $73,000. Please note that the pay range provided is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Final compensation may vary based on factors including but not limited to background, knowledge, skills, and abilities as well as geographic location of the position.

　　REQUISITION ID

　　279035

　　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 [email protected] or please dial 711 and provide this number to the operator: 1-800-321-6467.

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