Area Safety Manager

50018 Heidelberg Materials US Cement LLC; Westchester (IL); On-site; USD 121,000 - 161,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

HSA

HRA

FSA

AD&D

Paid Vacation

Paid Sick Leave

Paid Holidays

Life Insurance

Job summary

Heidelberg Materials US Cement LLC is seeking a Safety Leader to drive safety initiatives across multiple operations. You will partner with operational leaders to identify risks, implement corrective actions, and promote a strong safety-first culture.

You will conduct audits, investigations, and training, and analyze safety data to reduce risk and improve performance. The role requires travel to support diverse sites including plants and quarries.

Qualifications

• Experience leading safety initiatives across heavy industrial ops.
• Strong knowledge of health and safety regulations and risk management.
• Ability to influence at all levels and drive corrective actions.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support safety initiatives across multiple operations.
• Partner with leaders to identify risks and drive improvements.
• Conduct safety audits, inspections, and investigations for compliance.
• Deliver training and guidance on safety programs and policies.
• Analyze safety data and develop strategies to reduce risk.

Skills

Safety leadership

Risk assessment

Incident investigations

Data analysis

Cross-functional influence

Job description

Line of Business: Cement & White Pay Range: $120,950.00 – $161,256.66

What You'll Be Doing

• Lead and support safety initiatives across multiple operations to promote a strong safety-first culture.
• Partner with operational leaders to identify risks, implement corrective actions, and drive continuous improvement.
• Conduct safety audits, inspections, and incident investigations to ensure compliance and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Deliver training, coaching, and guidance to employees and managers on safety programs, policies, and best practices.
• Analyze safety performance data and develop strategies that reduce risk and improve operational effectiveness.

What Are We Looking For

• Experience supporting safety in aggregates, mining, construction materials, cement, ready-mix, or a similar heavy industrial environment.
• Strong knowledge of occupational health and safety principles, regulatory requirements, and risk management practices.
• Demonstrated ability to influence, coach, and build credibility with employees and leaders at all levels of the organization.
• Skilled in conducting incident investigations, identifying root causes, and implementing sustainable corrective actions.
• Effective communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Ability to analyze data, identify trends, and drive measurable improvements in safety performance.

Work Environment

Frequent travel within the assigned area to support multiple operations and business locations. Work performed in office, plant, quarry, and field environments with regular exposure to operational settings. Must be able to navigate active industrial work areas and utilize required personal protective equipment (PPE). Position requires flexibility to respond to operational needs and safety-related matters as necessary.

What We Offer

Competitive base salary and participation in our annual incentive plan.

401(k) retirement savings plan with an automatic company contribution as well as matching contributions.

Highly competitive benefits programs, including:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Prescription Drug Benefits
• Health Saving Savings Account (HSA)
• Health Reimbursement Account (HRA)
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) AD&D
• Short- and Long-Term Disability Coverage as well as Basic Life Insurance Paid Bonding Leave
• 15 days of Paid Vacation
• 40 hours of Paid Sick Leave
• 10 Paid Holidays

Equal Opportunity Employer - Minority / Female / Veteran / Disabled.

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