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Posted: February 9, 2024
Director of Corporate Safety
MG&E, Madison, WI

Madison Gas and Electric Company (MGE) is seeking a Director of Corporate Safety to lead its Safety Department and safety culture program. This role focuses on fostering a culture where safety is a core value, influencing behavior at all levels, and ensuring that safety is prioritized in every aspect of the business. The Director ensures focus on technical safety performance, the development of staff, and engagement of employees within the organization.

Duties & Responsibilities

  • Leadership and Strategy
    • Leads the implementation of MGE’s comprehensive safety culture strategy aligned with organizational goals.
    • Provides strategic guidance to senior leadership on safety culture initiatives and their impact on overall business performance.
  • Safety Vision and Mission
    • Carries out MGE’s safety vision and mission that resonates with employees at all levels of the organization.
    • Communicates the importance of safety as a fundamental value and integral part of the organizational culture.
  • Training and Education
    • Builds upon current safety training programs to educate employees at all levels on the importance of safety and their role in maintaining a safe workplace.
    • Collaborates with safety and training staff to bring out the best combination of online and in-person safety training.
  • Continuous Improvement
    • Establishes mechanisms for continuous improvement in safety culture, regularly reviewing and adapting strategies to address evolving needs.
    • Liaises with the Safety Steering Team to strengthen best practices of safety culture initiatives.
  • Regulatory Compliance
    • Excellent understanding of safety regulations and standards in the electric and gas utility industry, ensuring that the organization complies with current and emerging legal requirements.
    • Engages with trade associations to understand leading trends and best practices in our industry.
  • Metrics and Reporting
    • Maintains and enhances leading indicator reporting efforts to measure the effectiveness of safety culture initiatives.
    • Prepares regular reports on safety performance and culture metrics and presents findings to senior leadership.
  • Collaboration
    • Develops positive relationships with key stakeholders throughout the organization.
    • Provides clear direction and guidance ensuring department alignment with organizational goals and safety objectives.
    • Collaborates with other departments, including HR and field operations, to integrate safety culture initiatives into broader organizational strategies.
  • Team Development and Performance Management
    • Leads and inspires a team of safety professionals, fostering a collaborative safety team.
    • Implements mentorship and coaching programs to facilitate the professional growth of safety professionals.

Qualifications

Education and Experience

  • A bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health and Safety, Environmental Science, Engineering, or a related field is required.
  • At least 20+ years of progressive safety experience developing, implementing, and managing safety programs in the utility industry is strongly preferred.
  • Certifications such as Certified Safety Professional (CSP) or Occupational Health and Safety Technician (OHST) is strongly preferred.
  • Demonstrated people management experience required.
  • Experience with safety data management systems is strongly preferred.
  • Knowledge of safety performance within the electric and gas utility preferred.
  • Engagement with trade associations to understand industry trends and best practices.
  • Strong understanding of local, state, and federal safety regulations.
  • Able to assess and mitigate risk associated with the Company’s operations.
  • Strong leadership skills with proven ability to guide and direct safety teams.
  • Able to implement and manage safety programs across the organization.
  • Analytical thinking to identify trends, analyze data related to safety incidents, and make informed decisions.
  • Able to work collaboratively with other departments to integrate safety into all aspects of the business.
  • Proven ability to identify safety issues, investigate incidents, and develop effective solutions.

How To Apply

The position is hybrid, and office days are in downtown Madison, Wisconsin, where MGE is an active participant in community efforts to preserve the area’s extraordinary quality of life. We offer free, on-site parking and are located near biking trails and bus stops. Many employees enjoy the use of our many on-site EV charging stations.

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Posted: February 1, 2024
Safety Manager
Lakeside Foods – Belgium, WI

Lakeside Foods is a family-owned company providing wholesome foods to enrich people’s lives through food.  We are a culture that pursues our vision of growth and innovation with passion, confidence and commitment. We are strongest together – valuing collaborative contribution, transparency and new ideas to enable change and growth. We are committed to an inclusive and respectful environment that promotes a healthy work-life balance. And there’s a seat at the table for you.

Become One of Our Valued Team Members

Our Safety Manager position offers a team-oriented individual the opportunity to be responsible to provide proactive leadership and expertise which promotes a safe, productive and cohesive culture and enhances the value of human capital, consistent with Lakeside’s philosophy and strategic plan.

Duties & Responsibilities

  • Maintain compliance with all Federal, State and local safety regulations regarding OSHA and state workman’s compensation laws.  This includes all required documentation.
  • Lead incident analysis process and manage open claims closure.  Report on a timely basis.
  • Conduct plant inspections and maintain all inspection records.
  • Perform safety on-boarding for new hires including necessary paperwork.
  • Organize and ensure initial and ongoing required/related safety training.  Participate in orientations.
  • Budget, purchase and maintain Personal Protective Equipment.
  • Build and maintain the location’s safety management system (SMS)
  • Ensure any unsafe or potentially hazardous conditions are immediately addressed.
  • Maintain and keep the OSHA 300 log up to date.  Post required summary report and complete yearly electronic filing.  Send in annual SARA title III report on hazardous chemicals stored on site.
  • Ensure that the monthly safety numbers report and safety action correction plan is updated and entered by the 5th of each month.
  • Conduct and document safety observations on a regular basis and daily surveillance checks
  • Maintain an on the floor safety presence
  • Participate in Corporate audits, insurance audits, property loss control audits, fire department inspections and OSHA inspections
  • Maintain and update the emergency action plan, PPE hazard assessment, JSAs, SDS sheets, etc. Conduct emergency drills
  • Conduct lockout/tagout audits and ensure specific LOTO procedures are accurate and up to date.
  • Be involved in new equipment purchases and ensure equipment is properly guarded before ownership takes place

Qualifications

  • A four year bachelor’s degree or safety degree or equivalent experience is recommended.
  • Familiarity with laws, current practices and trends in the field of safety compliance.

How to Apply
Please apply online at:
https://careers.lakesidefoods.com/job/Belgium-Safety-Manager-WI-53004/1095202600/

 


Posted: February 1, 2024
Safety Manager
Lakeside Foods- Random Lake, WI

Become One of Our Valued Team Members

Our Safety Manager position offers a team-oriented individual the opportunity to be responsible to provide proactive leadership and expertise which promotes a safe, productive and cohesive culture and enhances the value of human capital, consistent with Lakeside’s philosophy and strategic plan.

Duties & Responsibilities

  • Maintain compliance with all Federal, State and local safety regulations regarding OSHA and state workman’s compensation laws.  This includes all required documentation.
  • Lead incident analysis process and manage open claims closure.  Report on a timely basis.
  • Conduct plant inspections and maintain all inspection records.
  • Perform safety on-boarding for new hires including necessary paperwork.
  • Organize and ensure initial and ongoing required/related safety training.  Participate in orientations.
  • Budget, purchase and maintain Personal Protective Equipment.
  • Build and maintain the location’s safety management system (SMS)
  • Ensure any unsafe or potentially hazardous conditions are immediately addressed.
  • Maintain and keep the OSHA 300 log up to date.  Post required summary report and complete yearly electronic filing.  Send in annual SARA title III report on hazardous chemicals stored on site.
  • Ensure that the monthly safety numbers report and safety action correction plan is updated and entered by the 5th of each month.
  • Conduct and document safety observations on a regular basis and daily surveillance checks
  • Maintain an on the floor safety presence
  • Participate in Corporate audits, insurance audits, property loss control audits, fire department inspections and OSHA inspections
  • Maintain and update the emergency action plan, PPE hazard assessment, JSAs, SDS sheets, etc. Conduct emergency drills
  • Conduct lockout/tagout audits and ensure specific LOTO procedures are accurate and up to date.
  • Be involved in new equipment purchases and ensure equipment is properly guarded before ownership takes place

Qualifications

  • A four year bachelor’s degree or safety degree or equivalent experience is recommended.
  • Familiarity with laws, current practices and trends in the field of safety compliance.

How to Apply
Please apply online at:
https://careers.lakesidefoods.com/job/Random-Lake-Safety-Specialist-EXCITING-NEW-OPPORTUNITY-WI-53075/1109813700/

 


Posted: February 1, 2024
Safety Manager EXCITING NEW POSITION
Lakeside Foods – Reedsburg, WI

Join Our Safety Leadership Team

Are you looking for a rewarding career in safety management? Do you have a passion for creating a safe, productive and cohesive work environment? If so, you might be the perfect fit for our newly created Safety Manager position at Lakeside Foods, Reedsburg WI.  As a Safety Manager, you will be responsible for providing proactive leadership and expertise that promotes our safety culture, working closely with our Corporate Safety/Loss Control Manager.

Duties & Responsibilities        

  • Maintain compliance with all Federal, State and local safety regulations regarding OSHA and state worker’s compensation laws.  This includes all required documentation.
  • Lead incident analysis process/reporting and manage open claims closure.
  • Conduct plant inspections, maintain all inspection records and ensure any unsafe or potentially hazardous conditions are immediately addressed.
  • Organize and ensure initial and ongoing required/related safety training.  Participate in new hire orientations.
  • Budget, purchase and maintain Personal Protective Equipment.
  • Build and maintain the location’s safety management system (SMS).
  • Maintain and keep the OSHA 300 log up to date.  Post required summary report and complete yearly electronic filing.  Send in annual SARA title III report on hazardous chemicals stored on site.
  • Ensure that the monthly safety numbers report and safety action correction plan is updated and entered monthly.
  • Conduct and document safety observations on a regular basis and perform daily surveillance checks.
  • Maintain an on the floor safety presence.
  • Participate in Corporate audits, insurance audits, property loss control audits, fire department inspections and OSHA inspections.
  • Maintain and update the emergency action plan, PPE hazard assessment, JSAs, SDS sheets, etc.
  • Conduct emergency drills.
  • Conduct lockout/tagout audits and ensure specific LOTO procedures are accurate and up to date.
  • Be involved in new equipment purchases and ensure equipment is properly guarded before ownership takes place.
  • Organize and maintain safety team meetings on a regular basis.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s Degree in a related field and prior experience implementing safety programs or 5 years of experience leading/implementing safety programs is required.
  • Familiarity with laws, current practices and trends in the field of safety compliance.
  • OSHA 10 Hour / OSHA 30 Hour, First Aid/CPR Certification a plus
    Proven record of implementing safety programs and procedures.
  • A strong commitment to safety excellence and continuous improvement.
  • Excellent communication, leadership and problem-solving skills.
  • The ability to work effectively with all levels of the organization and external stakeholders.

How to Apply
Please apply online at:
https://careers.lakesidefoods.com/job/Reedsburg-Safety-Manager-EXCITING-NEW-OPPORTUNITY-WI-53959/1120704400/


Posted: February 1, 2024
EHS Administrator
Lakeside Foods – Manitowoc, WI

Become One Of Our Valued Environmental, Health and Safety Team:

This position is responsible for ensuring that Lakeside Foods complies with all agencies (DOT, OSHA, NFPA, and EPA) regulations, training, and any other requirements by such agencies, our insurance companies, and company requirements.  Responsible for leading, developing and promoting a workplace culture of health and safety.  Develop and implement safety programs and policies, train personnel on new protocols, and ensure that the organization is pursuing industry best practices.

 Duties & Responsibilities

  • Developing, implementing, and managing occupational health and safety programs.
  • Inspects the facility to identify safety, health, and environmental hazards and risks.
  • Develops and implements inspection policies and procedures, and a schedule of routine inspections.
  • Monitors and ensures compliance with safety procedures.
  • Drafts inspection reports to document inspection findings.
  • Training employees on health and safety policies and best practices.
  • Conducting inspections and identifying hazards and EHS violations.
  • Providing solutions and intervention strategies for hygiene, health and safety hazards.
  • Implementing new health and safety protocols and measures to prevent injuries.
  • Ensuring that these programs are effective and compliant with all relevant regulations.
  • Monitoring operational processes and employee activities.
  • Generating assessment documentation, incident and accident reports, and health and safety manuals.
  • Reporting to management, OSHA, and other regulatory agencies.
  • Preparing and submitting health and safety compliance documents to the relevant organizations.
  • Meeting with the management team to define EHS goals and objectives.
  • Keeping abreast of the latest EHS trends, policies, regulations, and best practices.

Qualifications

  • Associates degree in Environmental Engineering, Occupational Safety and Health, or equivalent experience preferred.
  • Excellent interpersonal, communication, and problem-solving skills.
  • Knowledge of statistics, data collection and analysis.
  • Knowledge of federal and state regulations
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or similar software.

How to Apply
Please apply online at:
https://careers.lakesidefoods.com/job/Manitowoc-EHS-Administrator-WI-54220/1114853700/

 


 

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Please email job overview, in word format, to Barb Deans. Your posting will remain on our site for 6-8 weeks, unless a specific deadline is included. If you have questions, please contact the Wisconsin Safety Council at 608.661.6914. This service is free.

Please include the following:

  • Job Title
  • Organization
  • Location
  • Responsibilities
  • Qualifications
  • Deadline
  • How to Apply (web link, email if applicable, etc.)

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