Job Information
Dot Foods Assistant Occupational Health Manager in Mount Sterling, Illinois
Dot Foods Inc. • Mount Sterling, IL, United States
Location: Mt. Sterling, IL
Department: Occupational Health & Safety
Reports To: Occupational Health Manager
Salary Range: $63,046 - $94,569 annually, plus bonus opportunity
As an Assistant Occupational Health Manager, you will oversee the day‑to‑day administration of the workers’ compensation program while ensuring alignment with organizational, financial, and employee‑care objectives. This role partners closely with internal departments, insurance providers, and legal resources to support effective claim outcomes, regulatory compliance, and cost‑conscious program management.
WHAT YOU’LL DO
Develop strategies to ensure injured employees obtain appropriate medical treatment, return to work, and claims resolution
Create exceptional relationships with employees, interdepartmental team, managers, and 3rd party vendors
Manage claims across the full claim lifecycle, including injured worker intake, claim filing, communication with insurance carriers, coordination with medical providers and physical therapy, return‑to‑work planning, and claim closure
Lead and/or participate in a variety of meetings, committees, task forces, and other related groups to communicate information regarding status of all claims, areas of opportunity, and other pertinent information as appropriate
Track and manage all workers’ compensation metrics
Apply lean thinking and tools to identify and eliminate waste in all areas of the position
YOU MUST HAVE
Bachelor’s degree in nursing, health care management, risk management or professional certifications similar in nature
Ability to work as a team member.
Experience in working independently.
Ability to organize and prioritize work to meet deadlines.
Excellent interpersonal skills and an understanding of the organization’s culture
YOU MAY ALSO HAVE
Previous related work experience
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel
ROLE SPECIFICS
- Travel – Occasional overnight travel for department or company meetings and continuing education. Must have ability to travel independently as needed, without restriction by all modes of transportation, including car, plane, or train
WHO WE ARE
Dot Foods makes products more accessible and affordable to the food industry. We streamline the supply chain and build valuable partnerships with distributors, suppliers, and operators. Our company was created on a foundation of respect and dependability. People who are open to input, ask questions, embrace diversity, and seek innovative solutions thrive here.
WHAT DOT CAN OFFER YOU
As a family-owned and -operated company since 1960, Dot Foods has created a strong family culture. We make everyone feel included and respected. In addition to an inclusive working environment, we will provide you with:
Competitive compensation package, including bonuses for successful performance
Extensive benefits including medical, dental, 401k, and profit-sharing
Significant advancement opportunities
Safety: This position assumes responsibility for the workplace safety of self and co-workers, and for the safety conditions of the work locations, exercise and promotes safe behaviors and show unyielding support of programs, rules and policies regarding safety.
EOE/AA Employer: Dot believes all persons are entitled to equal employment opportunities. Dot will not discriminate against its employees or applicants for employment because of sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status or other basic classes protected by applicable federal or state law provided they are qualified for employment or for existing positions.