Plant Safety Manager

Schuff Steel Co.; Eloy (AZ); On-site; USD 95,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

Schuff Steel Co. in Eloy, AZ seeks a Plant Safety Manager to lead daily health, safety, and environmental oversight in a manufacturing setting.

You will develop and manage safety programs, conduct training, audits, incident investigations, and ensure compliance with OSHA and regulations while promoting a proactive safety culture.

The role requires 7+ years in safety, a relevant degree, and strong leadership; proficiency with safety software and MS Office is expected.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years of safety experience in a manufacturing/industrial setting.
• In-depth knowledge of OSHA standards and applicable regulations.
• Certifications (CHST/ASP/CSP) preferred but not required.
• Strong communication, leadership and interpersonal skills.
• Proficient in MS Office and safety management software.
• Ability to adapt quickly and work in a fast-paced production environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead on-site safety programs and initiatives with plant management and EHS staff.
• Facilitate new-hire safety orientations and ongoing refresher training.
• Coach supervisors and employees on safety policies and behaviors.
• Mentor frontline leaders to prioritize safety and act as role models.
• Develop JHAs and support daily risk assessments.
• Review and update SOPs to meet facility needs.
• Perform safety inspections and audits across the facility.
• Close out hazards with corrective actions and follow up for effectiveness.
• Encourage safety observations and toolbox talks to drive improvement.
• Track safety KPIs and provide improvement recommendations.
• Liaise with regulatory agencies and corporate safety leadership on audits and compliance.
• Lead and/or support incident investigations and root cause analyses.

Skills

Safety leadership

Communication

OSHA knowledge

Training & coaching

Risk assessment

Incident investigation

Safety software

Microsoft Office

Education

Associate or Bachelor in Safety/Env Health/Industrial Mgmt

Tools

Safety management software

MS Office

Job description

Overview

As the Plant Safety Manager at Schuff Steel, you'll lead efforts in providing daily health, safety, and environmental (EHS) oversight. This role ensures compliance with all applicable company policies, regulatory requirements, and industry best practices, while promoting a proactive safety culture through leadership, training, and engagement with plant employees and supervisors. #LI-KF1

Responsibilities

Key Performance Objectives:

• Serve as the primary on-site safety lead while partnering with plant management and EHS staff to implement, manage, and continuously improve safety programs and initiatives in alignment with company goals and regulatory requirements.
• Facilitate new hire safety orientations and ongoing refresher training for existing employees, evaluating and updating training materials as needed.
• Provide coaching and guidance to supervisors and employees on safety policies, procedures, and behaviors.
• Mentor frontline leaders to motivate and inspire team members to prioritize safety, take ownership of their work environment, and model safe behaviors.
• Develop job hazard analyses (JHAs) and support daily risk assessments to minimize risk and ensure safe work practices.
• Monitor standard operating procedures (SOPs) to ensure they are meeting the needs of the facility and recommend changes/updates accordingly.
• Perform and support routine safety inspections and audits across the facility.
• Ensure that identified hazards and that corrective actions are implemented and follow up on for effectiveness.
• Promote employee engagement by encouraging participation in safety observations, toolbox talks, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Track and analyze leading and lagging safety performance indicators and provide recommendations for improvement.
• Act as a liaison between the site, regulatory agencies, and corporate safety leadership on audits, inspections, claims, and compliance matters.
• Lead and/or support incident investigations, including root cause analysis, documentation, and follow-up on corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
• Maintain and manage EHS documentation, including inspection records, training logs, incident reports, and safety

Qualifications

Experience & Qualifications:

• An Associate's or Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety, Environmental Health, or Industrial Management is preferred, along with a minimum of 7 years of safety experience in a manufacturing or industrial setting.
• In-depth knowledge of OSHA standards and relevant local, state, and federal regulations.
• Professional safety certification (e.g., CHST, ASP, CSP) preferred but not required.
• Strong communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and safety management software platforms.
• Ability to adapt quickly, prioritize effectively, and work collaboratively in a fast-paced production environment.