Summary: The Safety Manager leads the organization's safety programs and acts as a consultant to support the safety efforts at the various divisions of the company. This role develops, implements, and manages safety programs, policies, and procedures. Must be aware of/stay current on federal, state, and local safety laws to ensure the organization complies with all regulations. The Safety Manager is also responsible for accurately maintaining safety related and incident records.
Responsibilities:
· Stay current and ensure that federal, state, and local safety laws, regulations, codes, rules, and DOT requirements are observed
· Ensure that OSHA recordkeeping and reporting requirements are met
· Monitor activities where accidents could occur, halting any operation or activity that constitutes an imminent hazard to personnel or equipment
· Assist in the activities of the safety committee(s) by providing technical and administrative support
· Manage the Safety Team by assigning work and monitoring team development
· Perform safety audits at locations and leads training sessions
· Manage all workers compensation claims, including OSHA recordable and reportable injuries and serves as the key contact
· Acts as the Safety expert that is the go-to person for the overall business and provide training and coaching to employees and management on safety policies, procedures, and best practices
· Conduct accident investigations, complete root cause analysis, and implement proactive safety practices to reduce risks
· Develop and track key safety performance metrics and report findings to leadership
· Assists management to create, recommend, and implement employee safety and workers compensation policies, procedures, and safety rules. Ensure safety policies, programs, and practices are aligned with current laws and regulations at the various locations of the Company.
Qualifications:
· Bachelor's degree in safety or similar degree and a minimum of five (5) years' experience in a similar role in an industrial setting with occupational safety responsibilities required
· Familiar with a variety of safety/industrial hygiene concepts, practices, and procedures
· Strong persuasive skills in dealing with top management, managers, supervisors, and employees
· Ability to organize safety and occupational health material into lesson plans and present the material to managers and safety committees effectively
· Prior experience managing safety programs over multiple locations
· Ability to travel 15-20% of the time
· Must maintain a clean driving record that is an acceptable risk to our insurance requirements
Benefits: At The Bay Family of Companies, we believe in taking care of our employees. We offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to support the health and well-being of our employees & their families.
- Health benefits to include medical, dental and vision insurance. A wellness program with incentives.
- Financial security with a 401(k) with a generous company match, a Health Savings Account option, and life & disability insurance for unexpected events.
- Work-Life balance supported by a generous amount of paid time off and holidays to recharge.
- Additional perks include employee discounts, company events and recognition programs.
***This employment advertisement is not applicable to individuals who reside in the states of California or Colorado.***