Senior Manager, Environmental Health & Safety

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Job summary

A prominent company is seeking a Safety Manager to lead the development and implementation of safety programs across multiple locations. The role focuses on compliance, employee safety training, and managing safety budgets, aimed at fostering a safe work environment. Ideal candidates will bring extensive experience along with a strong educational background in safety management and related fields.

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ experience in a similar role.
• Ability to align multiple sites under one safety strategy.

Responsibilities

• Manage accident prevention programs across divisions.
• Ensure OSHA compliance through regular reviews.
• Conduct safety training programs.

Skills

Knowledge of Workers Compensation

OSHA regulations

Strong communication skills

Transformative safety programs

Ergonomics knowledge

Education

BA/BS in safety or related field

CSP (Certified Safety Professional)

Job description

Position Overview:

Lead the development, implementation, and evaluation of programs designed to mitigate risks and control risk-related costs across the company. Champion the creation and maintenance of a clean, safe, and healthy work environment, ensuring the highest standards of employee well-being and organizational safety.

Essential Job Duties:

1. Develop, implement, and manage accident prevention programs across distribution, transportation, and other divisions.
2. Provide OSHA compliance and safety management programs.
3. Plan and conduct biannual safety skill-building sessions.
4. Supervise and evaluate managers to ensure adherence to safety procedures.
5. Implement data-driven safety initiatives that deliver measurable improvements in safety performance.
6. Establish and maintain key safety metrics, reporting systems, and accountability measures.
7. Ensure OSHA compliance through regular program reviews, encompassing PSM, LOTO, HAZCOM, and PIT standards.
8. Provide monthly updates to company leadership on loss data and safety performance.
9. Collaborate with local emergency services and regulatory agencies to ensure preparedness and compliance.
10. Educate employees on safe work practices, hazard recognition, and accident prevention through various platforms or in-person meetings.
11. Develop and execute safety training programs for drivers while maintaining compliance with federal, state, and local fleet operation regulations.
12. Partner with plant operations teams, managers, and supervisors to integrate safety into daily workflows and mentor operational leaders to foster safety ownership within their teams.
13. Implement a drug and alcohol testing program for all commercial vehicle drivers in Massachusetts.
14. Investigate and analyze vehicular accidents as well as employee injuries and incidents.
15. Review incident trends and root causes, introducing corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
16. Launch and oversee a safe driving awards program.
17. Ensure a clean and hazard-free workplace, minimizing injuries and addressing workers’ compensation claims effectively.
18. Design and sustain emergency response plans for all company locations.
19. Train employees to respond effectively to fire, hazardous material, medical, and other emergencies.
20. Manage and oversee the annual safety budget.

Requirements:

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Knowledge of Workers Compensation, Federal and State Safety laws.
• Strong knowledge and understanding of OSHA, DOT, EPA, and other regulatory regulations.
• Ability to maintain a culture of open, honest communication.
• Demonstrated experience driving transformative safety programs with measurable results.
• Ability to align multiple sites and business units under one cohesive safety strategy.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, negotiating skills, and presentation skills.
• Understanding of ergonomics and behavior-based safety.

Education/Experience/Training:

• BA/BS in safety or related field.
• 5+ years’ experience in a similar role (primarily DC/Transportation/heavy manufacturing).
• CSP (Certified Safety Professional).

At Martignetti Companies, we have a strong commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, and aspire to reflect the diverse communities we serve. We aim to attract and hire qualified candidates who hold these values, provide diverse perspectives, and contribute to creating a workplace where all employees feel a sense of belonging.

Martignetti is proud to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We comply with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment.

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NOTE: This job description is not all-inclusive. Employee may perform other duties as assigned to meet organizational needs.