Corporate Safety Manager

Michigan Sugar; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Corporate Safety Manager to oversee safety programs and ensure compliance across multiple sites. This role combines hands-on fieldwork with strategic planning to promote a robust safety culture. Candidates should possess a bachelor's degree in a related field and relevant industry experience. Competitive salary and benefits are offered.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package including medical and dental

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Opportunities for professional growth and development

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in a safety management role, preferably in manufacturing.
• Professional certification (CSP, CHST, or OSHA 30/500) preferred.
• In-depth knowledge of OSHA regulations.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain safety programs for compliance across all locations.
• Conduct audits, reviews, and safety training.
• Perform field visits for inspections and hazard assessments.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical Skills

Problem Solving

Strong Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health and Safety

Environmental Science

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Safety Management Software

Job description

Safety First. Excellence. Pride. Integrity. Compassion. Trust. Are you ready to plant your career in a place where words like these serve as the foundation for doing business every day? At Michigan Sugar, our purpose is Making Life Sweeter, and our mission is Creating Growth and Opportunity.

Michigan Sugar Company has an immediate, full-time opportunity for a Corporate Safety Manager, located at the Corporate Office, 122 Uptown Drive, Suite 300, Bay City, MI 48708. Frequent travel to all Company sites is required.

JOB SUMMARY

The Corporate Safety Manager is responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining safety programs that ensure a safe, healthy, and compliant work environment across all company locations. Frequent day travel to all Company sites is required. This role combines strategic planning with hands-on field work and training, promoting a strong safety culture throughout the organization. The following indicates the primary responsibilities of the position, but this position may need to undertake any other duties or responsibilities as directed by the Director of Safety and Security.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

Safety Program Development & Management

• Assist the Director of Safety and Security with the design, implementation, and maintenance of corporate-wide health and safety policies and procedures in compliance with OSHA, EPA, and other regulatory requirements.
• Conduct regular reviews and audits of safety systems, identifying areas for improvement and implementing corrective actions.
• Analyze safety performance metrics and prepare reports for executive leadership.

Training & Development

• Develop and assist in the delivery of comprehensive safety training programs for employees, supervisors, and managers.
• Coordinate and lead safety onboarding for new hires, ensuring understanding of all relevant policies.
• Maintain accurate records of all training sessions and certifications.

Field Work & Site Support

• Conduct regular field visits to job sites and facilities to perform inspections, audits, and hazard assessments.
• Serve as the primary safety contact in the absence of a Site Safety Supervisor, during field operations, ensuring proper PPE usage, equipment safety, and adherence to safety protocols.
• Investigate incidents, near misses, and unsafe conditions; document findings and implement preventive measures.

Compliance & Reporting

• Ensure ongoing compliance with federal, state, and local safety regulations.
• Maintain all required documentation for safety incidents, inspections, training, and corrective actions.
• Coordinate with regulatory agencies during inspections or audits.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health and Safety, Environmental Science, or a related field (required).
• 5+ years of experience in a safety management role, preferably in manufacturing, construction, or industrial settings.
• Professional certification (e.g., CSP, CHST, or OSHA 30/500) preferred.
• In-depth knowledge of OSHA regulations and safety best practices.
• Strong communication and training facilitation skills.
• Willingness to travel to various job sites and facilities

KEY COMPETENCIES

• Leadership and team-building abilities.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and make sound decisions under pressure.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and safety management software.

NOTE: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by staff assigned to this position. The above statements are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills that may be required. All staff may be required to perform duties outside their normal responsibilities as needed.

Michigan Sugar Company offers competitive market wages for both hourly and salaried employees, opportunity for professional growth and development, and comprehensive benefit packages that may include medical, dental, 401(k) and paid time off. To learn more visitwww.michigansugar.com .

Michigan Sugar Companywas founded in 1906 when six smaller sugar companies merged their operations. In 2002, Michigan Sugar Company became a grower-owned cooperative and in 2004, it merged with Monitor Sugar Company to form the company that exists today.

Michigan Sugar Company is headquartered in Bay City and has sugar beet processing facilities in Bay City, Caro, Croswell and Sebewaing. Its nearly 900 grower-owners plant and harvest up to 140,000 acres of sugar beets each year in 17 Michigan counties, as well as Ontario, Canada. Those beets are sliced at the factories and turned into about 1.3 billion pounds of sugar annually.

That sugar is sold to industrial, commercial, and retail customers under the Pioneer and Big Chief brands.

Michigan Sugar Company has approximately 1,000 year-round employees and an additional 1,100 seasonal workers. It is the No. 1 employer in Huron County, the No. 2 employer in Bay and Sanilac counties and the No. 3 employer in Tuscola County. The company’s annual payroll is more than $90 million and its annual local economic impact is about $700 million.

Michigan Sugar Company is the third largest of eight sugar beet processing companies in the United States and Michigan is one of 11 states where sugar beets are grown in the country.

Michigan Sugar Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer