Senior Health & Safety Manager

In recent years, Double Good has seen 40% year over year growth, and we’re excited about our future! We’re excited about the possibility of you joining our mission. We are looking for a Senior Health and Safety Manager to join our growing team.

Location - This role will be onsite based at our Elmhurst location and will require occasional visits to our Burr Ridge facility

By building relationships with key stakeholders such as Operations, HR, Maintenance and Quality, the Senior H&S Manager will be a change champion as it develops and delivers strategic initiatives designed to mitigate risks.  In addition, this role will be responsible for expanding the Safety function and building a team that oversees all incident investigations, site audits,  training, OSHA compliance and worker’s compensation management. 

• Lead the development and implementation of comprehensive safety programs, policies, and procedures tailored to our specific industry and operations.
• Continuously assess safety performance metrics and develop strategies for improvement.
• Provide timely and routine updates to site and Operational Leadership regarding safety topics, trends and opportunities.
• Conduct job hazard and PPE analysis for all roles.
• Manage agreements and service contracts with vendors, safety partners and own the overall safety budget.
• Stay abreast of regulatory or industry changes and suggest improvements to ensure compliance.

• Identify training needs and develop training programs that educate employees, contractors and visitors
• Ensure training delivery is engaging, inclusive and effective. 
• Define training requirements for all employees, including high-risk job assignments, and maintain company-wide training records.

• Accountable for the safety incident investigation progress, including proper root cause identification and timely implementation of corrective actions
• Serves as the primary point of contact for regulatory agencies, including OSHA, representing the company during inspections, inquiries and annual reporting.
• Manage all Workers Compensation claims to ensure that any claims pertaining to accidents at work are correctly processed and filed.
• Manage claims on-line using our Third Party Administrators claims system
• Review monthly loss runs, trends, reportable claims and/or problematic claims
• Provide superior claim services to internal and external claim partners
• Interface with Underwriters regarding claim status exposures. Discuss trends and other factors impacting their risks
• Prepare and present internal management reports for claims with net exposure 
• Participate in special projects

• Develop risk-based safety audits specific to operational locations and challenges to identify hazards and proactively mitigate risks.
• Review audit results and partner with site-specific safety coordinators and leadership to ensure timely completion of corrective actions.

• Lead the Safety function and ensure the right positions and people are in place to ensure the current and future needs of the organization are satisfied.
• Manage all aspects of performance and develop a high-performing organization through coaching, creation of development plans, establishing goals and objectives, and providing stretch opportunities to high-performing talent.
• Partner with The People Team to develop a workforce plan and associated recruitment strategy. 

• Responsible for the development of a comprehensive site-security policy to maintain employee safety while on premises.
• Develop and maintain emergency response plans, coordinating with relevant authorities and management, including natural disasters, active shooters and utility interruptions
• Build out the security process and workforce plan to protect employees, visitors and contractors, including the management of camera and badge access

• Bachelor's degree in Occupational Safety, Industrial Hygiene, or a related field is desirable.
• 7 + years in a safety leadership role in a manufacturing or warehousing/distribution operation
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Proficient in technology and/or equipment used in health and safety inspections.
• Strong knowledge of OSHA regulations and standards.
• Proven experience in incident investigation and root cause analysis.
• Ability to develop and deliver effective safety training programs.
• Proven ability to drive a strong safety philosophy and implement constructive behavior changes in safety.
• Interact effectively with all levels of management, supervision, and employees.
• Demonstrate excellent verbal communication, written communication, and presentation skills.
• Leadership and team-building skills, and ability to influence decision-makers.
• Ability to work in a manufacturing setting, at times working varied hours and shifts

• Certification in safety management (CSP) is a plus.
• OSHA certified instructor
• Bilingual preferred

We’re on a mission to create more joy in people’s lives, and that includes our internal employees. We create a place people love to be a part of, where people can discover and practice their unique skill sets, a place where they can contribute and do their best work. We do this by offering our employees a competitive compensation & benefits plan.

Base Pay range for this position:

• $92,000 - $131,000 annually
• Target Annual Bonus: 20% of base salary

The final discretionary compensation that will be offered for this role depends on a variety of factors, including job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and market location.

This position requires current authorization to work in the United States. We do not provide visa sponsorship, including support for F-1 Optional Practical Training (OPT), STEM OPT extensions, or other temporary work authorization programs.