Job Description

Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced Safety Manager to oversee workplace safety programs, ensure OSHA compliance, conduct incident investigations, and promote a strong safety culture across manufacturing and industrial operations. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience managing OSHA inspections and regulatory negotiations, implementing EHS management systems such as VelocityEHS, and driving continuous improvement in workplace safety.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain workplace safety programs, policies, and procedures.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA regulations and applicable environmental and safety standards.
• Lead OSHA inspections, regulatory negotiations, settlements, and corrective action initiatives.
• Conduct workplace incident investigations, root cause analyses, and implement preventive measures.
• Implement, manage, and optimize VelocityEHS or similar EHS management software.
• Conduct safety audits, risk assessments, and workplace inspections to identify potential hazards.
• Manage workers' compensation programs and support injury prevention initiatives.
• Partner with operations, maintenance, engineering, and leadership teams to improve safety performance.
• Provide safety training, coaching, and guidance to employees and management.
• Monitor safety performance metrics and develop strategies to reduce workplace incidents.
• Promote accountability and continuous improvement in safety practices across multiple facilities.

Required Qualifications

• Experience in a Safety Manager, Safety Officer, or Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) leadership role.
• Strong knowledge of OSHA regulations, compliance requirements, and regulatory interactions.
• Experience conducting workplace incident investigations and root cause analyses.
• Experience implementing or managing VelocityEHS or comparable EHS management systems.
• Strong communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to coach managers, influence employees, and drive safety accountability.
• Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams and senior leadership.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to manage complex safety and compliance matters.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Occupational Safety, Environmental Health, Industrial Hygiene, or a related field.
• 5+ years of safety and environmental experience in manufacturing, industrial, or multi-site operations.
• OSHA 30, CHST, CSP, ASP, or similar safety certifications.
• Experience leading OSHA inspections, negotiations, and regulatory settlements.
• Knowledge of workers' compensation, environmental compliance, and risk management.
• Experience supporting safety initiatives across multiple facilities.