Safety manager

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain comprehensive environmental, health, and safety programs that comply with all applicable federal, state, and local regulations.
• Partner with plant leadership to establish and execute safety strategies aligned with organizational objectives and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Lead efforts to foster a positive safety culture by promoting employee engagement, accountability, and ownership of safety practices.
• Conduct risk assessments and implement controls to reduce workplace hazards and prevent injuries and illnesses.
• Oversee incident investigations, root cause analyses, and corrective action plans to prevent recurrence.
• Monitor and analyze safety metrics and key performance indicators to identify trends and recommend improvements.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, environmental regulations, and other applicable regulatory requirements, including preparing and submitting required reports.
• Develop, deliver, and evaluate safety training programs to ensure effectiveness and regulatory compliance.
• Conduct routine safety audits, inspections, and assessments to verify compliance and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Lead emergency preparedness and response planning, including coordination of drills and training activities.
• Administer safety recognition and engagement programs designed to positively influence employee behaviors and safety performance.
• Provide coaching and guidance to supervisors and managers regarding safety leadership, accountability, and best practices.
• Coordinate workers' compensation claims management and collaborate with Human Resources and third-party administrators to support effective case management and return-to-work programs.
• Serve as the subject matter expert for all environmental, health, and safety matters and act as the primary liaison with regulatory agencies during inspections and audits.
• Lead and participate in continuous improvement initiatives aimed at reducing risk and enhancing operational performance.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support business objectives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Engineering, Safety Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Occupational Safety, Environmental Health, or a related discipline.
• Minimum of ten (10) years of progressive experience in environmental, health, and safety leadership within a manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrated ability to make complex decisions and drive execution in fast-paced manufacturing operations.
• Proven experience leading cross-functional teams and optimizing performance across diverse work groups.
• Strong knowledge of OSHA regulations and environmental compliance requirements.
• Experience conducting incident investigations and root cause analyses.
• Experience performing risk assessments and implementing corrective and preventive actions.
• Experience developing and delivering safety training programs.
• Experience conducting EHS audits and compliance assessments.
• Demonstrated success influencing leaders and employees at all levels of the organization to drive cultural change and improve safety performance.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to present information to diverse audiences.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills with a results-oriented approach.

Preferred Qualifications

• Certified Safety Professional (CSP) certification through the Board of Certified Safety Professionals (BCSP).
• Certified Occupational Safety Specialist (COSS) designation.
• Certified Hazardous Materials Manager (CHMM) certification.
• Six Sigma Green Belt certification.
• Experience with Process Safety Management (PSM) programs involving highly hazardous chemicals.
• Experience with behavior-based safety programs.
• Experience managing environmental permitting requirements, including air, water, and waste programs.
• Experience implementing company-wide safety standards and continuous improvement initiatives.

Working Conditions

• Works within a manufacturing environment, including exposure to non-climate-controlled areas.
• Regular presence on the production floor is required to support employees and monitor safety performance.
• Occasional travel may be required for training, audits, or support of other facilities.

We offer:

• Great pay!
• Great benefits: Health/Vision/Dental insurance, EAP, Life/AD&D/STD insurance, Holiday pay and PTO, 401k with great Company match plus extra contributions to help grow retirement!
• Training, growth and development opportunities.