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### Job Duties

Join an Established and Growing Business! RITALKA, Inc., is a family-owned specialty engineering and manufacturing business focused on creating jobs in rural communities. We take pride in finding careers that fit the person rather than a person to fit a job - which allows us to do extraordinary things with ordinary people. Learn more about us at ritalka.com and apply today!

STARTING SALARY OF $75,000 to $90,000 BASED ON YOUR EXPERIENCE

BENEFITS & PERKS: Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance; HSA/FSA options, Accident & Critical Illness Insurance; Short- and Long-Term Disability; 401(k) with Employer Match; Term Life Insurance; Employee Assistance Program; Employee-of-the-Month and Year; RITALKA University; Employee Luncheons; Family Company Picnic; Community Volunteering

The Director of Safety and Quality is responsible for ensuring compliance with safety, environmental, and quality control procedures to assist in the achievement of profitability and productivity requirements. This dynamic, hands-on position involves working with and through management to maintain high standards in workplace safety, environmental regulations, and quality control processes across all company facilities.

What does the Director of Safety and Quality do at RITALKA?

Plan and implement safety policies and procedures in compliance with local, state, and federal rules and regulations, including OSHA.

Develop, review, update, and manage workplace safety and quality procedures, programs, and policies.

Plan and implement training for employees in work site safety practices and quality control processes.

Conduct safety surveys and inspections; perform safety audits; and prepare written reports of findings and recommendations for corrective or preventive measures where indicated. Follow up to ensure measures have been implemented.

Conduct post-accident investigations and prepare reports identifying root cause and corrective actions for use by company personnel and senior management.

Understand, apply for, and administer environmental regulatory procedures, permits, and licenses. Ensure that required documentation and reporting are completed.

Work with the company's worker's compensation insurance providers to reduce injuries and drive down claim costs.

Serve as the primary point of contact for local, state, and federal regulatory agencies.

Maintain accurate inspection documentation on all parts inspected, from fabrication, welding, finish painting, and assembly.

Conduct incoming inspections of outsourced parts.

Continuously measure and report manufacturing errors and work towards continual process improvement.

Maintain good working relationships with all departments and communicate with customers to document acceptability of finished products.

Prepare and present reports on safety, environmental, and quality performance.

What are we looking for in a quality candidate for this role?

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, and governmental regulations.

Proficiency in database management, MS Office products, and other relevant software.

Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.

Strong organizational skills and ability to multitask.

Leadership qualities and stress tolerance.

Ability and willingness to travel 30% to 50% to all company locations (7 facilities located in MN, SD, and WI)

Thorough understanding of standard shop practices, inspection techniques, and statistical process control.

Experience with ISO preferred.

Bachelor's Degree in safety engineering, safety management, occupational environment health, industrial health, quality management, or a related field is imperative.

3+ years of experience in safety management and/or quality control in a manufacturing setting.

Or any combination of education and experience that would provide the required skill and knowledge for successful performance is acceptable.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

While performing the duties of this job, the Director is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to handle or feel; talk or hear; climb stairs and/or ladders.

The Director is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.

Must occasionally lift and/or move up to 75 pounds.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

RITALKA Overview

When it comes to recruiting, many companies focus on an applicant's faults - what doesn't fit, what experience they don't have, etc. Our philosophy is different in that we are actively looking for a reason to hire someone.

RITALKA, Inc. is a family-owned manufacturing and engineering company focused on creating jobs in rural communities here in the Midwest; purposefully creating jobs away from the chaos of larger metro areas. Our company values foster strong relationships with not only our employees and customers, but also our communities. We take pride in finding careers that fit the person rather than a person to fit a job which allows us all to do extraordinary things with ordinary people.

We are an equal opportunity employer and consider all qualified applicants equally without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability status.

### Minimum Education Required

Bachelor's Degree preferred

### Minimum Experience Required

3 years

### Shift

First (Day)

### Number of Openings

1

### Veterans Encouraged to Apply

Yes

### Compensation

$75,000.00 - $90,000.00 / Annually

### Postal Code

56265

### Place of Work

On-site

### Requisition ID

4969

### Job Type

Full Time

### Job Benefits

Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance; HSA/FSA options, Accident & Critical Illness Insurance; Short- and Long-Term Disability; 401(k) with Employer Match; Term Life Insurance; Employee Assistance Program; Employee-of-the-Month and Year; RITALKA University; Employee Luncheons; Family Company Picnic; Community Volunteering

### Application Link

https://www.ritalka.com/careers