Plant Safety Manager

Kenosha, WI, USA|

Job Overview

Compensation

Salary

Range $73,800.00 - $110,900.00

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plan

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Employee assistance program

Job Description

Crown Bakeries is a well-established leader in the food manufacturing industry, specializing in producing high-quality bakery products for a broad market. With a legacy of excellence and a commitment to innovation, Crown Bakeries has grown into a multi-site manufacturing organization that prioritizes safety, quality, and operational efficiency. The company fosters a workplace culture centered on continuous improvement, employee well-being, and environmental responsibility. Crown Bakeries values collaboration and teamwork among its teams located across various facilities, ensuring consistent adherence to the highest safety and regulatory standards. The company is dedicated to maintaining a safe, compliant, and productive work environment where all employees can perform their duties securely and effectively.

The Safety Manager at Crown Bakeries plays a vital role in safeguarding the health and safety of all employees across the company's facilities. Reporting to the Director of Operations and partnering closely with plant leadership, human resources, and corporate environmental health and safety teams, the Safety Manager is entrusted with developing, implementing, and maintaining comprehensive safety programs that align with OSHA, federal, state, and local regulations. This position is responsible for fostering a proactive, zero-incident safety culture by delivering effective training, conducting rigorous safety audits, leading incident investigations, and driving continuous safety improvements. The Safety Manager also oversees detailed OSHA recordkeeping and regulatory reporting requirements, ensuring that Crown Bakeries remains compliant with evolving safety laws and industry standards.

This role requires a blend of technical knowledge, leadership acumen, and excellent communication skills to influence safety practices at every level of the organization—from front-line employees to senior management. The Safety Manager is a key contributor to enterprise-wide safety initiatives and collaborates across departments such as quality assurance, maintenance, and workers' compensation management. By monitoring key safety performance indicators like Total Recordable Incident Rate (TRIR) and Days Away, Restricted or Transferred (DART) rates, the Safety Manager provides data-driven insights and recommendations aimed at enhancing workplace safety across multiple manufacturing sites. The position demands someone who is a self-starter, highly organized, capable of managing multiple priorities simultaneously, and able to work flexible hours to support all shifts.

Overall, the Safety Manager is critical to Crown Bakeries' mission of protecting employees while maintaining operational excellence. The role offers an opportunity to make a tangible impact on employee well-being and help sustain Crown Bakeries’ reputation as a safe and responsible manufacturer in the food industry. This full-time position requires a combination of experience, certifications, and interpersonal skills, offering a rewarding career path within a respected and growing company dedicated to safety and quality.

Job Requirements

Bachelor's degree in occupational health & safety, environmental science, engineering, or related field
equivalent experience considered
CSP or ASP certification preferred
OSHA 30-hour certification required
5-8 years progressive safety management experience in food or industrial manufacturing
thorough knowledge of OSHA regulations and food manufacturing safety standards
experience with workers' compensation processes
proven safety performance improvement record
experienced in incident investigations and root cause analysis
ability to develop and deliver safety training
excellent verbal and written communication skills
strong analytical and problem-solving skills
experience with OSHA recordkeeping and regulatory reporting
proficiency in Microsoft Office
bilingual English/Spanish preferred
ability to work flexible schedules including evenings and weekends
strong organizational skills
self-starter capable of managing multiple priorities

Job Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Science, Engineering, or a related field required
equivalent experience in a manufacturing safety role will be considered
CSP (Certified Safety Professional) or ASP certification strongly preferred
OSHA 30-hour certification required
5-8 years of progressive safety management experience within a food manufacturing or industrial manufacturing environment
thorough knowledge of OSHA regulations (29 CFR 1910 General Industry), food manufacturing safety standards, and workers' compensation processes
proven track record of driving measurable improvement in safety performance metrics (TRIR, DART) across a multi-site manufacturing environment
strong experience conducting incident investigations, root cause analyses, and developing corrective action plans
demonstrated ability to develop and deliver effective safety training programs for diverse employee populations, including bilingual (English/Spanish) audiences
excellent verbal and written communication skills
ability to interact effectively at all levels of the organization from front-line employees to senior leadership
strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret safety data, identify trends, and drive proactive corrective action
experience with OSHA recordkeeping, regulatory reporting, and managing safety audits or inspections
proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
experience with safety management software is a plus
bilingual (English/Spanish) strongly preferred for effective plant-floor communication
ability to work flexible schedules, including occasional evenings and weekends, to support safety needs across all shifts
self-starter with strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities across multiple locations simultaneously

Job Duties

Develop, implement, and manage safety programs, policies, and procedures across assigned facilities in compliance with OSHA regulations and Crown Bakeries' safety standards
conduct regular safety audits, inspections, and risk assessments across all assigned plants
identify hazards, prioritize corrective actions, and track completion to closure
lead incident investigation processes for all workplace injuries, near misses, and safety events
perform root cause analysis and implement corrective and preventive actions
maintain accurate OSHA recordkeeping and reporting including OSHA 300 logs, incident reports, and workers' compensation documentation
ensure all regulatory submissions are complete and on time
develop and deliver safety training programs for employees at all levels, including new hire onboarding, annual refreshers, and role-specific safety topics
partner with Plant Managers and all department managers to drive accountability for safety performance at the plant level
build a proactive, zero-incident safety culture
monitor and analyze safety KPIs including TRIR, DART rate, near misses, and safety observation rates
report results to the Plant Manager, Director of Operations, & Corporate EHS Director
coordinate with the Corporate EHS Director on enterprise-wide safety initiatives, regulatory updates, and best practice sharing
manage and facilitate safety committee meetings at assigned facilities
ensure action items are tracked and resolved in a timely manner
coordinate workers' compensation claims management in partnership with HR
support return-to-work programs and light duty placements
ensure compliance with all environmental health and safety permits, programs, and regulatory requirements
evaluate and recommend personal protective equipment (PPE) requirements for all job functions
ensure adequate PPE supply, usage, and training at all assigned facilities
develop and maintain emergency response plans, evacuation procedures, and crisis response protocols for each assigned facility
support capital project reviews to ensure safety considerations are incorporated into equipment purchases, facility modifications, and new line installations
other duties as assigned by the Director, Operations