Director of Health and Safety

Our No. 1 priority at Johnsonville is providing a safe work environment for every Member we employ. Our industry-leading safety record, coupled with the safety awards we’ve received, demonstrate this commitment. Members of our safety team maintain the safety of Johnsonville Members in our facilities, continuously finding new and better ways to do so. We’re also dedicated to producing only the highest-quality products for consumers worldwide to enjoy – ones we would be proud to serve at our own family table. Our quality team ensures Johnsonville meets or exceeds all standards set by the Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS), of the US Department of Agriculture and other regulatory agencies. Our commitment to quality is unparalleled, thanks to the dedication of each quality team member.

Johnsonville, LLC

Director of Health and Safety 

Position Overview:

The Director of Health and Safety will set the strategic vision and lead all aspects of health, safety, and security across Johnsonville LLC’s global manufacturing network. This role is responsible for building a culture of safety excellence, ensuring compliance, and standardizing best practices across sites.

Responsibilities:

• Provide strategic leadership to drive long-term improvements in health and safety
• Create and implement standardized safety programs, policies, and reporting frameworks across all sites
• Monitor compliance with global safety regulations, ensuring consistent execution at each facility
• Coach and mentor site safety teams to strengthen capability, accountability, and knowledge transfer
• Track and report safety KPIs and health metrics to leadership, identifying opportunities for proactive improvement
• Lead incident investigations, ensuring root cause analysis and sustainable corrective actions
• Partner with operations and engineering on equipment and process design to proactively eliminate hazards
• Collaborate with environmental and FSQA leaders on compliance, process safety management, and food defense/security programs
• Serve as Johnsonville’s representative in interactions with regulatory bodies, auditors, and insurance partners

Education:

• BS or BA in Engineering, Occupational Safety & Health, Environmental Science, or related field required; Master’s Degree preferred
• Professional safety certification (CSP or equivalent) strongly preferred

 Qualifications:

• Minimum 10 years of experience in manufacturing, with at least 10 years leading health and safety under OSHA compliance
• Proven track record of building and standardizing corporate-level safety programs
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to set vision, align priorities, and influence across functions
• Deep knowledge of OSHA standards, risk management, and workers’ compensation case management
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with confidence presenting to executives and regulators
• Skilled facilitator with the ability to train, coach, and inspire safety ownership across all levels
• Tech-savvy and data-driven, able to leverage reporting tools to drive insight and action
• Demonstrated self-starter who thrives in a complex, multi-site environment

Other Requirements:

• Must be at least 18 years old

Location:                            Global Headquarters, Sheboygan Falls, WI

Coach:                                Sr. Director – Operations Excellence

Member Status:               Full Time, Salaried

Travel:                                20%

Benefits:

Members have potential for a monthly bonus and 401k with a company match. Members also have access to terrific benefits including affordable medical, dental and vision coverage; flexible spending accounts; disability and life insurance; and fertility and adoption assistance. Johnsonville also offers competitive paid time off, including paid parental time off and tuition reimbursement! 

About our Company

Since 1945, our family-owned band of sausage-makers has invented better ways to make, eat and prepare crave-able sausage. Today, we are 4,000+ Members strong. We sell our famous sausage in all 50 United States and more than 40 countries. We have a culture built on the idea that if we make developing your talents our top priority, great business results will follow naturally. We call it The Johnsonville Way. It has been our secret sauce for decades, and we hope you get to experience it for yourself!

How to Apply:  

 External candidate:  Apply on-line only at: careers.johnsonville.com

Applicants must be authorized to work in the US without requiring sponsorship now or in the future. 

Johnsonville is an equal opportunity employer, including Vet/Disability.

We embrace the principles of Equal Opportunity Employment and do not discriminate on the basis of any protected characteristic, including protected veteran and disability status.