Health&Safety Site Manager - Primient : Job Details

Primient is a century old company with an entrepreneurial spirit. We are a leading producer of food and industrial ingredients made from plant-based, renewable sources. We deliver value through deep technical, commercial, and operational excellence that is backed by our long-standing corn wet milling heritage. Wherever we are in the process, from field to customer, our priorities are focused on ensuring we produce the safest, highest quality products through practices that uphold both our responsibility and commitments to the challenge and drive for excellence, our people and our planet. We are a privately held company with locations across the US, Mexico, Poland, and Brazil. We're investing in our plants and people to unlock our potential in the industrial and food sectors. Guided by our values of Safety, Excellence, Integrity, and Growth, we're focused on growing our business, our reputation, and the career of every teammate.

Ready for an H&S career with more impact?Join a market leader in ingredient manufacturing that is poised for a new era ofsuccess.

About the role

The position is the Local H&S Team Leader and will provide technical safety and health support for all aspects of the plant. This includes the development and implementation of programs and objectives and day-to-day support for safety and health initiatives for all areas.

Main Accountabilities

• This position has 3 direct reports: a Safety administrator, a Safety Specialist,&Safety coordinator.
• Accountable for the performance management and personnel development of your department. Responsible for developing clearly defined goals and objectives for the safety department. Responsibilities also include performance evaluations&career development of the direct reports.
• Preparing, implementing, and positively promoting H&S Management Systems
• Reviewing H&S performance to ensure company objectives and expectations are met.
• Involving all employees in the relevant H&S plans for activities and services.
• Assessing the existence and effectiveness of H&S plans through audits and reviews.
• Reviewing and tracking corrective actions for all incidents, defects, hazards, inadequacies of procedures and suggested improvements.
• Actively handling workplace injury claims, including reporting incidents, coordinating medical treatment, communicating with injured employees, and working with insurance companies to ensure proper benefits are provided while aiming to minimize costs and promote a swift return to work for the employee.
• Implementing leadership requirements specified in the H&S Management Standards
• Lead safety teams and Incident Investigations.
• Maintain an in-depth knowledge of applicable safety requirements.

What you bring to us:

• Bachelor's degree in related field, CSP preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years' experience in process/food industrial environment
• Previous safety management experience
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills
• Experience in root cause investigation techniques.
• Knowledgeable of Safety Compliance is preferred.
• Safety Systems familiarity (i.e., ISO 14001, ISO 45001, or similar.) is preferred

Working with us in Loudon, TN

Our Primient plant is part of largest and most complex facility across our network and has been part of the Loudon community for over 80 years. It has been a hub of innovation and technology and will continue to be a flagship facility for Primient. Today, more than 350 team members work at our plant and administration building. We are proud of our strong community relations, our excellent safety record, and our local community outreach and service. Our promising future makes it an exciting place to be.

Relocating to Loudon (or our region)

Located c. 32 miles south of Knoxville. Loudon is home to around 6,650 people. Loudon scores well for livability, cost of living and schools– this is a place to enjoy the outdoors lifestyle. Just 1.5 hr away from Sevierville and Gatlinburg for an incredible vacation and shopping.

Full details are available on request but include a comprehensive package to assist with city visits, moving expenses, and other relocation benefits. If you are looking to move your career forward, with a company you are proud to work for and ready to invest in you, thenremove relocationas an obstacle, and apply today.

Please note that while this range reflects the full spectrum of compensation available for this role, individualcompensation willbe determinedbased on several factors including your experience, skills, and alignment with the role'sresponsibilities.During the interview process there will be an opportunity to discuss how your background fits into the pay range.​

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We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package that our U.S. colleagues and their families can count on, whichincludes:

• Competitive Pay​

• Multiple Healthcare plan choices​

• Dental and vision insurance​

• A 401(k) plan with company and matching contributions​

• Short- and Long-Term Disability​

• Life, AD&D, and Voluntary Insurance plans​

• Paid holidays&vacation​

• Floating days off​

• Parental leave for new parents​

• Employee resource groups​

• Learning&development programs​

• Fun culture where you have an opportunity in shaping our future

Primientis committed to a workplace that is all in– ensuring everyonehas the opportunity todevelopand shape a career that matters in an open culture which embraces equity, diversity and belonging.We challenge old ways of thinking; and encourage employee voices to be a guiding force forongoing learning.​

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Primientsupports a culture of inclusion that respects individual strengths, views, and experiences. Webelieve our differences make better decisions, drive excellence, and deliver better business results.Primientemployees experience autonomy and accountability in their role. Here, employees controltheir destiny as there is opportunity for career growth and pathways outside the norm.

We are believers in the power of difference. We strive to represent the communities in which we operateand to provide an inclusive, welcoming environment for all. We wantPrimientto be a place where everyemployee feels they belong and knows they are seen, heard, valued and safe to speak up. Our aspirationis to unlock the full potential in diverse perspectives, while offering everyone an equal chance to grow,

Primient is an equal opportunity employer, committed to the strength of an inclusive workforce.

California Consumer Privacy Act ( CCPA )

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