Manufacturing Safety Manager

Baker Group; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Baker Group is seeking a Manufacturing Safety Manager to lead safety across our Altoona, Iowa operations. This hands-on role partners with manufacturing leadership to drive a strong safety culture, reduce risk, and ensure OSHA compliance on the shop floor.

The position requires five years of manufacturing/EHS experience, knowledge of OSHA General Industry standards, and CSP/ASP certification is highly desired.

Qualifications

• Minimum five years in manufacturing, industrial, or EHS roles.
• Strong knowledge of OSHA General Industry standards.
• Experience supporting ISO 9001 or similar systems.
• CSP/ASP certification is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Ensure OSHA General Industry compliance on site.
• Lead incident investigations and root-cause analysis.
• Develop JHAs and risk assessments for activities.
• Conduct safety audits and inspections of facilities.
• Manage Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) programs.
• Oversee machine guarding and crane/rigger safety.
• Support environmental compliance activities.
• Drive safety culture and engage employees on the floor.
• Collaborate with safety trainer and operations leadership.
• Prepare and maintain safety documentation for offsite manufacturing.

Skills

OSHA General Industry

Incident investigation

JHAs & risk assessments

LOTO program

Machine guarding

Crane & rigging

Environmental compliance

ISO 9001 support

Safety leadership

Employee engagement

Education

B.S. in safety/engineering

CSP or ASP certification

OSHA 30-Hour General Industry

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Purpose

Baker Group is creating a dedicated Manufacturing Safety Manager position to support our Offsite Manufacturing operations in Altoona, Iowa. This role will be the primary safety leader supporting multiple manufacturing buildings engaged in mechanical, electrical, and sheet metal fabrication operations. This position reports directly to the Corporate Safety Director and serves as the safety partner to manufacturing leadership. This is a hands‑on manufacturing safety leadership position focused on building a strong safety culture, reducing risk, ensuring OSHA compliance, and supporting operational excellence throughout our manufacturing facilities. The ideal candidate will be highly visible on the production floor, work closely with supervisors and employees, and drive proactive safety improvements rather than simply manage compliance requirements.

Key Areas of Responsibility

• OSHA General Industry (1910) compliance
• Incident investigation and root cause analysis
• Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs) and risk assessments
• Facility safety audits and inspections
• Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) program management
• Machine guarding compliance
• Forklift and powered industrial truck safety
• Crane and rigging safety
• Environmental compliance support
• Hazard recognition and corrective action management
• Safety leadership and employee engagement
• Continuous improvement and ISO 9001 support
• Collaborate with Manufacturing Trainer on safety training
• Prepare, maintain and manage all required safety documentation for offsite manufacturing

Manufacturing Operations Supported

• Mechanical fabrication
• Electrical fabrication and assembly
• Sheet metal fabrication
• Welding and fabrication activities
• Material handling operations
• Forklift operations
• Overhead crane operations

Minimum Education & Experience Required to Perform Essential Functions

• Minimum of five years of manufacturing, industrial, or EHS experience.
• Strong working knowledge of OSHA General Industry standards.
• Experience in fabrication, manufacturing, or industrial operations.
• Experience supporting ISO 9001 or similar management systems.
• CSP or ASP certification is highly desired.
• OSHA 30‑Hour General Industry certification preferred.

Mental and Physical Competencies Required to Perform Essential Functions

• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills
• Ability to identify hazards and assess risk
• Sound decision‑making under pressure
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment
• Ability to influence and coach employees at all organizational levels

Environmental Adaptability (Physical Requirements)

• Ability to walk production floors for extended periods
• Ability to stand, climb stairs, bend, kneel, and occasionally climb ladders
• Ability to lift and carry up to 25 pounds occasionally
• Ability to work in manufacturing environments with varying temperatures, noise levels, and around moving equipment
• Ability to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE), including safety glasses, hearing protection, hard hats, and steel‑toed footwear
• Ability to visually inspect equipment, work areas, and safety conditions

Baker Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, Baker Group will consider reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and encourage prospective employees and incumbents to discuss potential accommodations with the Employer.