What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director Of Safety position at Oats Overnight?
A Little About Us
Oats Overnight is changing the way people eat breakfast, and since launching in 2016, our high-protein, spoon-free oatmeal has been enjoyed by over 1,000,000 customers. We are scaling quickly
in both direct-to-consumer and retail with the goal of becoming a household brand. We have end-to-end control of all phases of the business, producing and fulfilling the product in-house, which is
extremely rare for companies our size. This allows us to create new flavors and products quickly and is a tremendous advantage for our brand—we’re able to give customers a behind-the-scenes look at
what we do, highlighting our people and process in content. Being vertically integrated also enables us to incorporate customers directly in the development process.
A Little About How We Do Things
Starting with our founder/CEO and extending to multiple teams across all departments, many of us come from non-traditional backgrounds. This is a superpower—we are not stuck in traditional
industry patterns but instead leverage extreme rationality and first principles thinking to solve problems and find new opportunities. This is a special place to work, and our team is what makes it
that way: this is why every employee is also an owner. As such, there is a high level of expectation for all team members.
What We’re Looking For
As a Safety Director at Oats Overnight, you will be responsible for leading and managing the organizations health, safety, and environmental programs; ensuring compliance with regulations; and
promoting a safe work environment through policy development, training, and incident investigation. The Safety Director will lead best practice and process improvement initiatives at regional locations
to foster a culture of safety as a pillar of business success.
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We value people who roll up their sleeves and support their fellow team members. We embrace
diversity and encourage equal opportunity every chance we get, and we look forward to learning
from people whose backgrounds, skills, and perspectives challenge and enrich our own.
Oats Overnight provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for
employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age,
disability, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal,
state, and local laws. Oats Overnight complies with applicable state and local laws governing
nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.
Oats Overnight is changing the way people eat breakfast, and since launching in 2016, our high-protein, spoon-free oatmeal has been enjoyed by over 1,000,000 customers. We are scaling quickly
in both direct-to-consumer and retail with the goal of becoming a household brand. We have end-to-end control of all phases of the business, producing and fulfilling the product in-house, which is
extremely rare for companies our size. This allows us to create new flavors and products quickly and is a tremendous advantage for our brand—we’re able to give customers a behind-the-scenes look at
what we do, highlighting our people and process in content. Being vertically integrated also enables us to incorporate customers directly in the development process.
A Little About How We Do Things
Starting with our founder/CEO and extending to multiple teams across all departments, many of us come from non-traditional backgrounds. This is a superpower—we are not stuck in traditional
industry patterns but instead leverage extreme rationality and first principles thinking to solve problems and find new opportunities. This is a special place to work, and our team is what makes it
that way: this is why every employee is also an owner. As such, there is a high level of expectation for all team members.
What We’re Looking For
- Someone that can partner and influence at all different levels
- Not afraid to get out into a manufacturing operations environment to work shoulder-to-shoulder with plant leadership to resolve problems and challenges.
- Ability to handle multiple priorities and navigate in a fast-moving environment
- Expectations will be clearly set, but an ambitious approach to the work is key
- Ability to artfully convey even subtle or complex messages clearly, as appropriate for the topic and audience.
- A relentless drive to get things done.
- Curious and entrepreneurial mindset.
- Enjoys working in a highly collaborative and supportive team environment
- Flexible, willing, and quick to learn new processes, new technology, and new ways of thinking.
As a Safety Director at Oats Overnight, you will be responsible for leading and managing the organizations health, safety, and environmental programs; ensuring compliance with regulations; and
promoting a safe work environment through policy development, training, and incident investigation. The Safety Director will lead best practice and process improvement initiatives at regional locations
to foster a culture of safety as a pillar of business success.
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- Collaborate with management to develop, implement and maintain comprehensive safety programs, policies, and procedures
- Identify potential hazards and risks associated with equipment, processes, and work areas
- Conduct safety training sessions for employees; ensure new hires receive proper safety
- orientation, and provide ongoing safety education and awareness to promote a strong safety culture.
- Regularly inspect the facility, equipment, and work areas to identify potential safety hazards and/or non-compliance with food and safety standards
- Investigate accidents, incidents, and near-misses to determine the root causes and implement preventative measures
- Promote a culture of safety awareness and proactive behavior among employees.
- Communicate safety-related information, updates, and reminders
- Partner with HR team on coordination of Workers Compensation requirements and activities
- Oversee organizational efforts to ensure a safe working environment and compliance with environmental regulations
- Develop departmental safety key performance indicators.
- Prepare and maintain safety records and reports.
- Stay current with changes in safety regulations and best practices.
- Collaborate with other departments to ensure safety procedures are followed.
- Bachelor’s degree in occupational safety and health, environmental health, or a related field.
- CSP or OHST certifications preferred
- 5-7 years of applicable job experience in a manufacturing environment
- Ability to lead others through influence
- Computer proficiency with MS Office
- Razor-sharp problem-solving skills
- Able to systematize and churn through a large volume of information and responsibilities
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Excellent time management skills with proven ability to meet deadlines
- Proven aptitude to manage many competing projects and priorities
- Able to move fluidly between collaborative and independent work styles
- Adept at making assessments quickly and identifying the best course of action
- This is going to be fun.
- You have the freedom to leverage your own creativity and have a voice.
- Casual, friendly culture. We’re serious about what we do, but we don’t take ourselves too seriously.
- We are a fast-growing company, and you will have stock options.
- High growth potential with opportunities to expand
- Free oatmeal. It’s very good.
- It’s not a cushy job; the bar is high
- We are growing quickly and have a fast-paced work environment.
- Constant periods standing and walking through production and warehouse spaces
- Regular periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
- Must be able to work near food ingredients and exposure to food allergens
- Location: inside an air-conditioned manufacturing and warehouse environment
- You must be able to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA, FMLA, and other federal, state, and local standards
- You must be able to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA, and other federal, state, and local standards
- Full Benefits; Medical, Dental, Vision and Life
- Generous PTO
- Monday - Friday Schedule
- Weekly Pay
- Stock options, every employee is an owner
- Free, delicious oatmeal
We value people who roll up their sleeves and support their fellow team members. We embrace
diversity and encourage equal opportunity every chance we get, and we look forward to learning
from people whose backgrounds, skills, and perspectives challenge and enrich our own.
Oats Overnight provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for
employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age,
disability, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal,
state, and local laws. Oats Overnight complies with applicable state and local laws governing
nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.
