Safety Manager

About the role

As the Safety Manager for the Nestlé Development Center, you will be the site’s safety leader, providing strategic direction, technical expertise, and day‑to‑day oversight of the Safety Management System. You will ensure compliance with OSHA regulations, ISO 45001 requirements, and Nestlé safety standards while supporting a research‑focused environment.

Key responsibilities

• Assess risks across laboratories, pilot plants, facilities, grounds, and office spaces and implement appropriate controls.
• Drive employee awareness and engagement through site‑wide safety initiatives, campaigns, training programs, and events.
• Lead investigations of incidents, near‑misses, and safety concerns using Nestlé Continuous Excellence problem‑solving methods.
• Maintain OSHA 300 Log and internal reporting in line with the Purina Safety Management System and ISO 45001 certification.
• Collaborate with global development centers and safety professionals to share best practices and drive continuous improvement.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree.
• 5+ years of experience leading OSHA‑compliant safety programs at a site or facility level.
• 2+ years of experience managing workplace injury cases, workers’ compensation claims, and return‑to‑work processes.

Required skills

• OSHA compliance expertise.
• ISO 45001 implementation and maintenance.
• Risk assessment and risk prediction processes.
• Incident investigation and root‑cause analysis.

What we offer

• Performance‑based incentives.
• 401(k) plan with company match.
• Comprehensive healthcare coverage.
• Competitive total rewards package including additional benefits.