Regional Safety Director, North America

We are a global leader in food & beverage ingredients . Pioneers at heart, we operate at the forefront of consumer trends to provide food & beverage manufacturers with products and ingredients that will delight their consumers. Making a positive impact on people and planet is all part of the delight. With a deep-rooted presence in the countries where our ingredients are grown, we are closer to farmers, enabling better quality, and more reliable, traceable and transparent supply. Supplying products and ingredients on a scale is just the start. We add value through our unique, complementary portfolio of natural, delicious and nutritious products. With our fresh thinking, we help our customers unleash the sensory and functional attributes of cocoa, coffee, dairy, nuts and spices so they can create naturally good food & beverage products that meet consumer expectations. And whoever we're with, whatever we're doing, we always make it real .

Position Summary

The Regional S afety Director , North America will lead the implementation of company Health & Safety programs across all ofi Noth Americas locations . W ill provide leadership, technical and tactical support for global H&S program s and regional safety roadmap for all facilities in North America (US and Canada ). Will w ork with local safety teams, operational and business leaders to serve and support our facilities with the execution of company safety programs that will be built a strong "Zero Incident " culture within ofi .

P osition Responsibilities

• Build management ownership and enthusiasm around ofi Safety Strategy, Regional Safety Roadmap and the journey of building and reaching the high maturity level of safety culture following "Zero Incident" approach .
• Develop our leaders (be the coach) on safety leadership skills across all levels.
• Communicate and build engagement with leadership teams to get their support, involvement and endorsement to the H&S programs and initiatives.
• Recognize common safety risks across assigned r egion /product platform s , recommend changes and eliminate identified risks .
• E nsure that legal compliance is achieved and follow up on necessary improvements
• Ensure alignment while developing r egional safety roadmap with the G lobal Safety Strategy and key global initiatives , follow up and complete enablers and reach the agreed KPI's.
• Actively partake in the design stage of each project and advise on safety aspects to be

implemented at new investment projects. Advise and follow up on execution of the Safety Capex.

• Establish and maintain an effective process of reporting, investigating and follow up on safety incidents within the r egion .
• S upport investigations of serious events , lost time incidents , process incidents, as well as provide coach ing on reaching a high quality of the se investigations' outcomes .
• P erform effective preventive and corrective action s follow - up with special focus on reducing the likelihood of serious incidents or incidents having serious potential .
• Conduct regular facility visits within the assigned re gion , provide support and coaching . Do effective follow - up of identified areas of improvements .
• Develop and implement regional safety initiatives and campaigns that strengthen safety culture .
• Create and enhance a dynamic safety network within the reg ion / product platform s
• Develop the competencies required to add value to safety . D rive personal development programs for safety professionals within region/product platforms , cooperating with global and regional leadership and function s.
• Participate and collaborate in the design of global safety programs, initiatives, policies and procedures as well as piloting them within the Region and assure further implementation.
• Participate in an internal global safety audit program .
• Develop and deliver training and workshops on health and safety topics as relevant to this region/product platforms.
• Provide the necessary support to manage the workers' compensation claims management program
• Lead team in operating with a high level of efficiency, integrity and enthusiasm, striving to achieve excellence in all endeavors.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Position Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in industrial/occupational health and safety or engineering with an emphasis on safety, or closely related field.
• 10 -15 years of Industrial, Occupational Health and Safety experience in a manufacturing environment with 2-4 years at a Regional Level.
• Strong leadership skills; driving change, creating engagement and an experienced safety trainer and coach . Assertive and strong believer in the power of teamwork and alignment.
• Strong organizing, planning, analytical problem-solving and decision-making are required.
• Ability to interact across all levels in the organization and build trustful relationships with key stakeholders.
• Expertise in developing and implementing culture change.
• Knowledge of Federal, State OSHA, EPA regulations and workers' compensation laws.
• Experience in dealing with regulatory agencies, i.e., OSHA, EPA, State OSHA ( CalOSHA , CalEPA ) , DOT .
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Products -- Word, Outlook, Excel, Power Point
• Several recognized EHS certifications such as CSP (Certified Safety Professional), CIH (Certified Industrial Hygienist), CHMM (Certified Hazardous Materials Manager)

ofi provides employees with a comprehensive & competitive benefits package that is designed to support your career, health, and future. A Rewarding Career Awaits!

The pay for this role in the state of California ranges from $ 167,000 - $223, 000 and is based on the position responsibilities and geographic location. Actual pay within this range may be determined based on the candidate's experience, qualifications, and/or other determining factors.

Performance-based Bonuses: Discretionary bonus rewarding company performance as well as your contributions and impact, for eligible roles.

Comprehensive & Affordable Benefits: Coverage for you (and your eligible dependents) with plans designed for peace of mind and savings for the future.

A Culture of Well-being: Paid Volunteer time off, access to events, resources, and learning opportunities that inspire a physical, social, emotional, and financial well-being for you and your family.

Family Support: Paid parental leave, Fertility benefits and lactation support, including milk shipping for traveling employees.

Additional Perks That Make a Difference:

• Vacation time from Day 1 - Your time off starts accruing immediately, growing with your tenure.
• Paid Sick Leave - Rest, recover, and return strong - with paid sick leave on ofi .
• Company Paid Holidays - ofi values work-life balance and the importance of celebrating life's special moments.
• 401K Match on Day 1 - Invest in your future with our competitive retirement savings program.
• Career Growth & Learning - Join a company committed to developing talent, fostering innovation, and creating meaningful opportunities.

At ofi , we don't just offer jobs-we provide careers built on impact, inclusion, and innovation . Come grow with us!

Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employees may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization .

ofi provides equality of opportunity for all persons with respect to hiring without discrimination on the grounds of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, pregnancy, age, disability, veteran status , or sexual or ientation. All employment will be decided on the basis of qualifications, merit and business need. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us for support a t : ...

At ofi , we celebrate our diversity. Olam Americas LLC is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.