Job Title: Vice President of Safety and Risk Management
Location: Flexible/Hybrid - Georgia / United States
Industry: Food & Beverage Manufacturing
About the Company:
Our client is a recognized leader in the food and beverage manufacturing industry, known for producing high-quality, trusted products that reach millions of consumers worldwide. With a strong legacy of innovation and a commitment to excellence, the company operates multiple state-of-the-art facilities across the U.S. and beyond. Dedicated to fostering a culture of safety, sustainability, and operational integrity, they strive to uphold the highest standards while delivering value to their customers and communities.
Position Summary:
The Vice President of Safety and Risk Management will lead the organization's enterprise-wide safety strategy, risk mitigation programs, and compliance initiatives. Reporting to the COO, this individual will play a pivotal role in driving a world-class safety culture, aligning safety priorities with business goals, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards across all manufacturing and distribution facilities.
Key Responsibilities:
Strategic Leadership:
- Develop and execute a comprehensive safety and risk management strategy aligned with corporate objectives.
- Lead and mentor a team of safety and risk professionals across multiple sites, fostering accountability and operational excellence.
- Establish metrics, KPIs, and performance benchmarks to evaluate and continuously improve safety programs.
Safety Program Management:
- Oversee the implementation of safety policies and programs to ensure compliance with OSHA, FDA, USDA, EPA, and other relevant regulations.
- Drive continuous improvement in safety performance, minimizing workplace injuries and incidents.
- Conduct root cause analyses for safety events and spearhead corrective actions across the enterprise.
Risk Mitigation:
- Develop and implement proactive risk management frameworks, including hazard assessments and emergency preparedness plans.
- Collaborate with legal and compliance teams to ensure adherence to industry regulations and standards.
- Lead risk assessments for new facilities, processes, and product launches.
Training & Culture:
- Cultivate a culture of safety excellence through engagement, training, and education programs.
- Partner with HR and operations to deliver high-impact safety training programs at all levels of the organization.
- Serve as the primary champion of safety, inspiring a sense of shared accountability for risk management.
Cross-Functional Collaboration:
- Work closely with operations, quality, and engineering teams to integrate safety into core business processes.
- Serve as the organization's liaison with regulatory agencies, insurance providers, and third-party auditors.
- Partner with executive leadership to provide safety and risk updates, reporting, and recommendations.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Science, Risk Management, or related field; Master's degree preferred.
- CSP, CIH, or equivalent certification is strongly preferred.
- 10+ years of progressive safety leadership experience, with at least 7 years in a manufacturing environment (food & beverage experience strongly preferred).
- Proven success leading enterprise-wide safety initiatives and risk management programs.
- Deep knowledge of OSHA, EPA, and industry-specific safety standards.
- Exceptional leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
What We Offer:
- Competitive base salary with performance-based bonuses.
- Comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, and vision insurance.
- 401(k) with company match.
- Opportunities for professional development and career growth.
- A collaborative, values-driven work environment committed to excellence and innovation.
Ready to Lead?
If you're a seasoned safety leader with a passion for risk management and operational excellence, we want to hear from you! Apply now to join a dynamic team dedicated to shaping the future of safety in food and beverage manufacturing.
