Safety Manager

Innophos is a prominent international producer specializing in ingredient solutions that serve diverse industries such as food, health, nutrition, and industrial markets. The company leverages its scientific and technological expertise to blend and formulate phosphate, mineral, and botanical-based ingredients, offering versatile benefits to its global customers. With its headquarters located in Cranbury, New Jersey, Innophos operates manufacturing facilities across the United States, in Canada, Mexico, and China, and distributes products to over 70 countries worldwide. The company embodies its core values of safety, diversity, integrity, and collaboration, placing its people at the heart of its ongoing success. Innophos is committed to fostering a welcoming and inclusive workplace and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer that embraces diversity across all dimensions, including race, gender, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability, and more.

The Safety Manager role based in the Chicago Heights, Illinois plant is an integral position within Innophos. This experienced and proactive leader will be entrusted with steering health and safety initiatives to enhance workplace safety culture and compliance. Tasked with the continuous improvement of safety performance, the Safety Manager will develop, implement, and maintain health and safety policies that align with all company, local, state, and federal regulations. The individual in this position will lead key safety programs including training development, regulatory compliance monitoring, risk assessments, and incident investigations.

As a strategic leader, the Safety Manager will spearhead weekly safety meetings, champion Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) training and communication, and ensure the site complies with OSHA requirements through diligent recordkeeping and safety audits. This role requires close collaboration with the Corporate Environmental Department to promote robust environmental initiatives and the management of workers' compensation claims, incident reporting, and process safety management practices. The Safety Manager will also mentor a team member, fostering their professional development and commitment to safety excellence.

This position offers a salary range from $91,000 to $135,000 annually, with exact salary depending on factors such as education, skills, licenses, certifications, experience, and training. Innophos provides a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision coverage starting the first of the month after hire, an annual incentive bonus, tax-advantaged health savings and spending accounts, 401(k) with company match and immediate vesting, paid time off, life and disability insurance, paid parental leave, fitness membership reimbursements, and educational assistance programs.

This role is ideal for an individual with a bachelor’s degree in Health and Safety, Engineering, or related fields, with at least 10 years of health and safety experience in a manufacturing environment, specifically in chemical or food sectors. The position requires certified expertise, such as a Certified Safety Professional (CSP) designation, strong communication skills, and a thorough understanding of OSHA regulations and industrial chemical processes. Physical requirements include both office-based work and frequent field visits necessitating the use of personal protective equipment.

Joining Innophos means contributing to a global leader known for innovation and safety excellence. If you are passionate about fostering safe work environments and ready to make a significant impact, Innophos encourages you to apply and be part of this dynamic team.