Administrator Safety Health & Environmental

HARIBO of America • Full-time • Pleasant Prairie, Wisconsin • 1w ago

Reporting to the Head of Safety Health & Environmental, the Administrator Safety Health & Environmental is responsible for supporting Safety, Health, and Environmental initiatives within the company. This role provides administrative support to the overall Safety, Health and Environmental functions in manufacturing, ensuring compliance to all external regulations and HARIBO standards. This Administrator Safety Health & Environmental is also responsible for training and coaching of Associates to ensure adherence to our safety culture at HARIBO. This position is based out of HARIBO’s state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Pleasant Prairie, WI.

The original and iconic Goldbears, created in 1922, have delighted kids and grown-ups for over 100 years! Our associates are our most valuable asset. At HARIBO of America we are committed to a comprehensive benefit program that helps our employee stay healthy, feel secure, and maintain a positive work life balance. We provide fully paid health insurance premiums and generous HSA contribution, 11 paid Holiday plus Paid Time Off/PTO, competitive 401(k), tuition reimbursement, and more. Additionally, we offer community involvement opportunities and career growth opportunities.

Responsibilities

Conduct regular safety audits and inspections of the production facility.
Identify and assess potential safety, health, and environmental hazards and develop mitigation strategies.
Support and drive site adherence to applicable HARIBO policies/procedures, processes and operating principles through communication, training, coaching and reinforcement activities.
Facilitate training programs for employees on safety practices and emergency response protocols.
Maintain accurate records of incidents, inspections, and regulatory compliance activities.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve safety performance and promote a culture of safety.
Prepare reports and presentations on safety performance and recommendations for continuous improvement.
Administers accident investigation processes under management direction, including all accidents and near-miss accidents, and analyzes collected data to identify trends and areas of opportunity.
Maintain Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and right to know stations up to date.
Coordinate fire extinguisher audits and follow ups.
Maintain spill kits ready to use.
Maintain and support risk prediction program.
Administer PPE Program for the Plant, ensuring inventories are maintained as needed.
Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED equivalent required.
Minimum of 2 years’ experience in safety and environmental management.
Ability to maintain and train on safety programs including administratively for compliance.

Preferred Qualifications

Knowledgeable and familiar in Safety, Health, and Environmental management.
Associate’s or Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Occupational Health & Safety, or a related field.
Manufacturing and/or CPG industry experience strongly preferred.
Comprehensive knowledge of OSHA, NFPA, ANSI, EPA Regulations and Management Systems (ISO & OHSAS).
Professional designations such as a Certified Hazard Control Manager (CHCM), 30-hour OSHA Certified, Certified Safety Professional (CSP), or Associate Safety professional (ASP) is preferred.
Bilingual in Spanish is preferred, but not required.

Skills

Able to cover different shifts when needed.
Ability to use Microsoft Tools proficiently with a focus on Excel and Power Point.
Ability to train, coach, develop and hold others accountable to established standards and procedures and develop a safety culture that is people centric.
Well-developed written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to multitask and work in a team-oriented, fast-paced environment.

The Happy World of HARIBO is more than a business; we’re family. We always have been, since our founding in 1920. For the last 100 years, while we’ve expanded internationally and created over 1,000 confectionery treats, we’ve known our talented Associates are behind our greatest successes. That’s why we’re committed to investing in their growth, development and career opportunities.
At HARIBO, you’re empowered to charter your own path with mentoring and support from colleagues throughout the business. We encourage you to try new things, think of possibilities and aim higher – all while having fun delivering moments of childlike happiness to our gummi fans in the U.S.
Our core values and focus on long-term success continue to guide the way we do business every day. Our success story is rooted in our teams, and giving them the autonomy, support and freedom to make the best decisions for our consumers, customers and each other.

We give back to the places where we live and work. We listen to our consumers and get excited about innovation. We encourage diverse schools of thought and nurture inclusivity. We work to inspire joy through sweet treats that are fun to share. Want to know more about us? Please visit Haribo.com.
We’d love to hear more about you.

What can you expect?
You will be part of a successful family-run company with core values that is growing internationally faster than ever before. We nurture long-term associate relationships, work-life blend, rich learning environment, and a tangible impact in the company's success.

ABOUT YOU:
Are you looking to make a meaningful impact with your work? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment? Are you a people-person with a passion for environmental sciences? Does working in growing organization excite you? If the answer is yes, then this is the job for you! Working at HARIBO inspires childlike happiness through the impactful work, dedication, and passion for our brand. Come join our team, where our associates are our greatest asset!

HARIBO of America, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and maintains a Drug-Free Workplace. Employment at HARIBO of America, Inc. is subject to post offer, pre-employment drug testing. The Company’s policy is not to discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, including protected veteran status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. HARIBO also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is also HARIBO’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.
HARIBO is committed to recruiting, hiring and promoting people with disabilities and veterans. If you need an accommodation to assist with completing the electronic application, please contact the location for which you are applying and ask to speak with the human resources representative or email [email protected].