Vice President of Health & Safety

About the Company

Reputable food manufacturing company specializing in poultry production

Industry
Food and Beverage Manufacturing

Type
Privately Held

Founded
2022

Employees
10,001+

Specialties

• agriculture
• poultry production
• poultry processing
• food safety
• quality assurance
• accounting
• finance
• human resources
• sales
• marketing
• product development
• legal
• information technology
• recruiting
• technical services
• risk management
• benefits
• training and development
• safety and health
• engineering
• environmental
• purchasing
• translation
• transportation and logistics
• aviation
• fleet management
• poultry nutrition
• audit
• communication
• customer service
• and talent aquisition

About the Role

The Company is seeking a Vice President of Health & Safety to join their extended leadership team. The successful candidate will be responsible for setting the strategic direction and leading the execution of enterprise-wide health and safety functions. This includes establishing and driving the innovation of health and safety programs, ensuring a culture of safety, compliance, and wellness, and meeting or exceeding industry standards and regulatory requirements. The role involves leading a corporate team and a large, field-based team and requires a leader who can effectively integrate health and safety standards into all business processes and initiatives.Candidates for the Vice President of Health & Safety position at the company should have a Bachelor's or Master's degree in a related field, with professional certifications such as CSP or CIH preferred. A minimum of 15 years of experience in health and safety and operational roles, with at least 8 years in a senior leadership position, is required. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in a manufacturing or industrial environment, advanced knowledge of regulatory frameworks, and best-in-class health and safety practices. Strong leadership, influencing, and communication skills are essential, as is the ability to drive continuous improvement and manage a large, dispersed team. The role also demands a strategic thinker with a growth mindset, capable of making sound decisions and fostering a safety-first culture.

Hiring Manager Title
Chief Human Resource Officer

Travel Percent
30%

Functions

• General Management
• Operations
• Strategy