Complex Safety Manager

Tyson Foods; Center (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

The Complex Safety Manager at Tyson Foods provides strategic leadership for health and safety programs across processing and live operations. As a key member of the Plant Leadership Team, this role drives a proactive safety culture, ensures regulatory compliance, and leads continuous improvement efforts to reduce risk, prevent injuries, and promote employee well-being.

The position serves as the site's primary health and safety representative and partners with leaders to implement best practices

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Occupational Safety, Environmental Health, Engineering, or related field.
• 5+ years of safety experience in manufacturing or industrial operations.
• 3+ years of progressive safety leadership experience.
• Experience with OSHA compliance and incident investigations.

Responsibilities

• Lead safety programs and initiatives for the complex.
• Ensure OSHA compliance and adherence to policies and local regulations.
• Conduct safety audits, inspections, and risk assessments, implementing actions.
• Analyze safety metrics to identify improvements.
• Investigate incidents and develop preventive actions.
• Maintain OSHA records and compliance documentation.
• Lead training programs (LOTO, HazCom, PPE, Ergonomics, Emergency Response).
• Partner with operations to drive engagement and safety culture.

Skills

OSHA regulations

Hazard communication

Ergonomics

Accident investigation

Safety training

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Occupational Safety/related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Safety management systems

Job description

The Complex Safety Manager provides strategic leadership for health and safety programs across processing and live operations. As a key member of the Plant Leadership Team, this role drives a proactive safety culture, ensures regulatory compliance, and leads continuous improvement efforts to reduce risk, prevent injuries, and promote employee well-being. The position serves as the site's primary health and safety representative and partners with leaders to implement best practices that support Tyson Foods' safety goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead all safety programs and initiatives for the complex.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA regulations, company policies, and applicable federal, state, and local requirements.
• Conduct safety audits, inspections, and risk assessments, implementing corrective actions as needed.
• Analyze safety metrics and incident trends to identify improvement opportunities.
• Investigate workplace incidents and develop preventive action plans.
• Maintain OSHA records, permits, and compliance documentation.
• Lead safety training programs including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), Hazard Communication, PPE, Ergonomics, and Emergency Response.
• Support regulatory inspections and serve as the primary contact for safety-related matters.
• Partner with operations teams to drive employee engagement and strengthen the site's safety culture.

Qualifications

Education

Bachelor's degree in Occupational Safety, Environmental Health, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Experience

• 5+ years of safety experience in manufacturing, food production, or industrial operations.
• 3+ years of progressive safety leadership experience.
• Experience with OSHA compliance, incident investigations, and safety program management.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Strong knowledge of OSHA regulations, hazard communication, ergonomics, accident investigation, and safety training.
• Knowledge of PSM and RMP programs preferred.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and leadership skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and safety management systems.