Division Safety / Food Safety Manager

For more than a century, Ben E. Keith Company has been a leader in fine food and premium beverage distribution, and we strive to consistently exceed our customers' expectations.

Our Food Division is a complete broad line multi-state distributor, and our Beverage Division operates throughout the state of Texas as a proud distributor of Anheuser-Busch products, craft and import beer brands, spirits, and wine.

We are dedicated to the growth and success of our business, our customers, and our employees-continuing our commitment to delivering quality since 1906.

The Division Safety and Food Safety Manager will execute all company food safety related strategies, policies, and procedures. This position will also develop and coordinate all safety and loss control functions of the division to ensure compliance with regulatory agencies and reduce accidents and illnesses through proper safety training.

Job Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

* Coordinate the development, implementation, training, and maintenance of standard operating procedures (SOPs) and Food Safety Plans (HACCP, FSMA).

* Review all Critical Control Point (CCP) monitoring and verification records to ensure compliance with HACCP critical limits and frequencies, as required by the HACCP plan.

* Write and maintain an annual Emergency Action Plan, with detailed planning of all emergency evacuation procedures, including the proper training of all employees in preparedness for evacuations.

* Establish and maintain official and regulatory and compliance records in appropriate files and binders to ensure data and materials are organized in a useful manner.

* Ensure division facilities and all aspects of division operations are compliant with OSHA 1910 General Industry Standards.

* Conduct and track training for all associates and supervisors with direct Food Safety program responsibilities.

* Train and certify all warehouse employees so they possess a current Material Handlers Certification and ensure records and files are compliant with OSHA standard 1910.

* Train all BEK employees annually on required OSHA topics and maintain proper records of the annual training.

* Conduct direct observations of key associates performing food safety activities and identify and implement training opportunities as required.

* Responsible for all Food Safety audits (Silliker, USDA, etc.).

* Ensure sanitation associates follow all SOPs, HACCP plans, and other food safety guidelines.

* Complete investigations on accidents and incidents and complete/submit required reports to Corporate Risk Management.

* Ensure post-accident treatment and drug screen are administered if needed and communicate with Corporate Risk Management, Workers Compensation, and division Human Resources regarding treatment, employee status, work restrictions, etc.

* Conduct monthly safety meetings on required programs (Lockout/Tagout, Bloodborne Pathogens, etc.).

* Conduct monthly safety audits to include audits on Food Safety and Sanitation policies and procedures.

* Conduct Emergency Action Plan drills once every six months.

Job Requirements

* Bachelor's degree OR a minimum of five years management experience, safety or food safety management a plus.

* Food industry experience highly desired.

* Certifications in Food Safety, HACCP, and Good Manufacturing Practices preferred.

* Knowledge of OSHA guidelines is preferred.

* Knowledge of local, state, and federal safety guidelines.

* Ability to understand and enforce regulatory guidance.

* Ability to develop and deliver safety training.

* Requires a high-level of integrity and accountability, specifically the ability to speak and act with complete honesty and truthfulness.

* Ability to be open-minded, transparent, and have exceptional listening skills.

* Ability to prioritize multiple assignments and tasks and effectively monitor use of time and resources to provide timely and quality responses.

* Capability to make decisions that affect other people, financial resources, and image/reputation of the division.

* Ability to write reports, correspondence, and polices/procedures and effectively present this information to co-workers, managers, customers, and suppliers.

Ben E. Keith (BEK) Company is one of the largest food and beverage distributors in the United States. We are a family-owned business with a long-standing tradition of supporting the diverse communities in which we live and work. Our competitive employee benefits provide health and financial protection to our employees and their families.

* Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance

* Short and Long Term Disability

* 401K with matching contribution

* Profit-Sharing Plan (100% company-paid)

* Employee Assistance Program

* Wellness Program

* Educational Assistance Program

* Paid Vacation and holidays

* Employee Credit Union

We have sought to create an environment in which the contributions of each employee at Ben E. Keith are fully valued. This means more than simply treating one another with respect; it also means considering how all our people can positively impact the quality of the decisions we make about our business.

Here at Ben E. Keith, we recognize that our workforce reflects the increasingly diverse nature of our society, and we want to do all we can to take advantage of that diversity with both our external and internal customers. We believe our differences are also our strengths and we want to do all we can to use those strengths to find more creative solutions for the business challenges we face. Ben E. Keith is an equal employment opportunity, affirmative action employer. VEVRAA Federal Contractor

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