Area Safety Manager

Airgas, Inc.; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Life/AD&D Insurance

401(k) with company match

Tuition Assistance

Paid Holidays

Vacation & Sick time

Parental leave

Job summary

Airgas, Inc. is seeking an Area Safety Manager to lead field safety initiatives across the Eastern Region. You will coach drivers and service technicians, oversee regulatory compliance, and drive a proactive safety culture.

Ideal candidates bring Hazmat experience, travel readiness (50-70%), and strong skills in interpreting complex regulations while coordinating with HQ and field teams.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2+ years in safety, risk management, or compliance with Hazmat exposure.
• Must have valid driver's license and travel 50%-70% of the time.
• Residence within Eastern Time Zone preferred.
• Proficient with Google Workspace.
• Able to interpret complex regulations and draft reports under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Lead field safety coaching and driver training across the Eastern Region; facilitate onboarding and HQ liaison.
• Interpret and enforce DOT/OSHA/EPA/FDA/Hazmat policies; conduct audits and maintain audit-ready records.
• Respond to incidents, perform root-cause analyses, and monitor risk using driver safety data.

Skills

Safety & risk management

Hazmat distribution

Regulatory interpretation

Google Workspace

Effective communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Occupational Health & Safety

ASP or CSP certifications

Tools

Intelex

Samsara / Lytx

Geotab

TenStreet

SAP Concur

Job description

R10099066 Area Safety Manager (Open)

Location:

Lawrenceville, GA - Sever Rd - Cust. installationsCharlotte, NC - Stafford Dr. (ANC) - Bulk cryo logistics

How will you CONTRIBUTE and GROW?

We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace that embraces the unique perspectives of our employees, our customers, patients, community stakeholders, and cultures across the world. We believe that a variety of backgrounds makes our team stronger and more innovative.

At Airgas, we RESPECT, HONOR and VALUE diversity.

Airgas is hiring an Area Safety Manager!

We are looking for you!

• Pay range: $80k-$90k with an additional 10% annual bonus
• Expected travel: 50%-70%
• Comprehensive Family Benefits: Airgas offers a full benefits package designed to support your whole life, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D, and Disability Insurance.
• Support for Parents: We offer up to 14-week paid child birth benefits to support growing families.
• Future Security: 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match, Tuition Assistance, Paid Holidays, Vacation, and Sick time.
• Early Access: Your benefits start after just 30 days of employment

The Area Safety Manager plays a critical role in developing, implementing, and supporting the company's safety and regulatory compliance initiatives across field operations. Serving as a trusted safety partner and coach, this role works directly with service technicians, drivers, and Area Managers within Airgas National Carbonation specializing in CO2 to reduce injuries, mitigate vehicular accidents, and foster a proactive safety culture.

The ideal candidate brings strong regulatory knowledge (DOT, OSHA, EPA, FDA, Hazmat), hands‑on coaching capability, and the agility to navigate compressed deadlines and high‑stress situations.

What You'll Do:

1. Field Leadership & Driver Coaching

• Travel extensively across your Eastern Region territory to build strong working relationships with AreaBev Managers and Service Technician Managers.
• Partner with Area AreaBev Managers to address safety deficiencies on the spot and coach drivers on safe habits for up to 100 drivers and service technicians.
• Travel to Charlotte, NC quarterly to facilitate onboarding, lead driver safety training sessions, and connect with HQ leadership.
• Design dynamic training materials that resonate with field teams.

2. Regulatory Compliance & Auditing

• Interpret and enforce complex policies across DOT, OSHA, EPA, FDA, and Hazmat regulations.
• Conduct comprehensive field audits to verify required documentation, safety gear, and operational compliance.
• Identify gaps in existing safety protocols and collaborate with the Director of Safety to refine procedures.
• Manage accurate, audit‑ready training records and regulatory filings.

3. Incident Response & Risk Mitigation

• Respond swiftly to field incidents, manage thorough root‑cause investigations, and present actionable findings (utilizing tools like TapRoot). 24/7 availability by phone is required.
• Oversee injury management cases end‑to‑end to support employee recovery and safe return‑to‑work.
• Monitor driver behavior software and camera data to proactively mitigate risk before accidents occur.

Are you a MATCH?

Required Qualifications:

• Experience: Minimum 2+ years of experience in safety, risk management, or compliance, with direct exposure to Hazardous Materials (Hazmat) distribution. (Entry‑level candidates with strong foundational knowledge and high aptitude are also encouraged to apply).
• Licensure & Travel: Valid driver's license and the ability/willingness to travel 50%-70% of the time.
• Geography: Must reside within the Eastern Time Zone.
• Technical Skills: Strong working proficiency in Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Slides, Drive, Keep).
• Communication & Resilience: Demonstrated ability to interpret complex regulations, draft clear reports, resolve field conflicts, and communicate effectively under high‑pressure situations.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Science, or a related discipline (or equivalent military experience).
• Certifications: Associate Safety Professional (ASP), Certified Safety Professional (CSP), or other recognized safety credentials.
• Driving Credentials: Active Commercial Driver's License (CDL) or commercial driving experience.
• Safe Driving / Investigation Programs: Certified in or experienced with Smith System (or similar safe‑driving programs) and TapRoot root‑cause analysis.
• Operational Software Experience: Prior experience using Intelex, Samsara / Lytx (driver safety camera platforms), Geotab (ELD), TenStreet, or SAP Concur.

Benefits

We care about and support our Airgas Families. This is evident not only through our competitive compensation but also through a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision plans, short‑term and long‑term disability, life and accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), pre‑tax commuter transportation benefit, parental leave, vacation, sick time, floating holidays, jury duty and funeral/bereavement leave, and paid holidays for all eligible full‑time employees.

Additionally, we offer our eligible employees a 401k plan with company matching funds, tuition reimbursement, discounted college tuition for eligible employees' dependents, and an Airgas Scholarship Program for dependent children.

Associates who are members of collective bargaining units should review their bargaining agreement to determine whether they are eligible for some or all of the benefits described here and to see any special terms or conditions for eligibility.

Your DIFFERENCES enhance our PERFORMANCE

At Airgas, we are committed to building a workplace that embraces the diversity of our employees, our customers, patients, community stakeholders and cultures across the world.

We welcome and consider applications from all qualified applicants, regardless of their race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, disability or any other protected characteristic. We strongly believe a diverse organization opens up opportunities for people to express their talent, both individually and collectively and it helps foster our ability to innovate by living our fundamentals, acting for our success and creating an engaging environment in a changing world.

About Airgas

Airgas, an Air Liquide company, is a leading U.S. supplier of industrial, medical and specialty gases, as well as hardgoods and related products; one of the largest U.S. suppliers of safety products; and a leading U.S. supplier of ammonia products and process chemicals. Through the passion and diversity of its 18,000 associates, Airgas fosters a culture of safety, customer success, sustainability and innovation. Airgas associates are empowered to share ideas, take initiative and make decisions.

Airgas is a subsidiary of Air Liquide, a world leader in gases, technologies and services for industry and healthcare. Present in 60 countries with approximately 66,500 employees, Air Liquide serves more than 4 million customers and patients.

Join us for a stimulating experience: At Airgas, you matter and so does the work you do. As a member of our team, you play an important role in the success of your team, making sure our products are created sustainably and delivered safely and efficiently. In turn, you'll find a welcoming workplace where you're valued for who you are and where you can fill your potential while growing a fulfilling career - whatever path you choose.

Equal Employment Opportunity Information

We are an equal opportunity employer. We welcome all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.

Airgas, an Air Liquide Company is a Government contractor subject to the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974 and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973.

Airgas does not discriminate against qualified applicants with disabilities, and is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to the known disabilities of such individuals so as to ensure equal access to benefits and privileges of employment. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact us by email at [e-mail].

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