Regional Health & Safety Manager

Ergon Asphalt and Emulsions, Inc; Bakersfield (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Profit sharing

401(k) matching

Health insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Dental

Vision

Holiday pay

Personal & Sick leave

Maternity/Paternity leave

Job summary

Ergon, Inc. seeks a Regional Health & Safety Manager to lead safety initiatives across multiple asphalt plants in California. You will partner with plant leadership to promote a strong safety culture, ensure regulatory compliance, and drive operational excellence.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree in safety or a related field, 5+ years in manufacturing safety, and multi-site management. Travel across the region is expected; CSP/ASP/CHST/OHST are a plus, with a competitive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Occupational Safety, Environmental Health, Engineering, or related field.
• 5+ years of safety experience in manufacturing, construction materials, heavy industry, or related environment.
• Multi-site safety management experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of OSHA regulations, incident investigation, and risk management.
• Certifications CSP/ASP/CHST/OHST preferred.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel extensively throughout the region.
• Meet physical requirements including standing/walking, lifting up to 50 pounds, climbing ladders/tanks.

Responsibilities

• Provide safety leadership and support to multiple asphalt plants within the assigned region.
• Conduct safety inspections, audits, and risk assessments to identify and mitigate hazards.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, DOT, and other applicable regulations.
• Lead incident investigations and implement effective corrective actions.
• Develop and deliver safety training programs for employees and supervisors.
• Monitor safety metrics, analyze trends, and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Support contractor safety management and emergency response preparedness.
• Partner with operations leadership to strengthen accountability and safety performance.

Skills

OSHA regulations

Incident investigation

Risk management

Leadership

Communication

Travel often

Physical stamina

Education

Bachelor's degree in Safety/Environmental Health/Engineering or related field

Job description

Seeking a Regional Health & Safety Manager at our Bakersfield, California Facility

A great company with great pay and benefits. Ergon Asphalt & Emulsions is a relationship-driven company that values each employee's willingness to learn, contribute to the team, and grow. We are family-owned with locations throughout the U.S. and Mexico, but pride ourselves on maintaining a small-company feel.

We are seeking an experienced Regional Health & Safety Manager to lead safety initiatives across multiple asphalt manufacturing facilities and related operations. This role partners with plant leadership to promote a strong safety culture, ensure regulatory compliance, reduce risk, and support operational excellence.

This position offers a competitive salary with an excellent benefits package including: Profit Sharing, Matching 401(k), Health, Life, Disability, Dental, Vision, Holiday, Personal & Sick pay, Maternity/Paternity leave and more!

Job Duties:

• Provide safety leadership and support to multiple asphalt plants within the assigned region.
• Conduct safety inspections, audits, and risk assessments to identify and mitigate hazards.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, DOT, and other applicable regulations.
• Lead incident investigations and implement effective corrective actions.
• Develop and deliver safety training programs for employees and supervisors.
• Monitor safety metrics, analyze trends, and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Support contractor safety management and emergency response preparedness.
• Partner with operations leadership to strengthen accountability and safety performance.

Qualifications/Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Occupational Safety, Environmental Health, Engineering, or a related field preferred.
• 5+ years of safety experience in manufacturing, construction materials, heavy industry, or a related environment.
• Multi-site safety management experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of OSHA regulations, incident investigation, and risk management.
• Professional certifications such as CSP, ASP, CHST, or OHST are preferred.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel extensively throughout the region.
• Able to meet physical requirements of the role including standing or walking for long periods, lift 50 pounds with assistance, and perform jobs that involve lifting, bending, and climbing ladders, tanks and other outdoor structures

No Walk-ins or Phone Calls will be accepted. Applicants will be contacted for interviews.

Position to be filled: Regional Health & Safety Manager

Ergon, Inc. is an EEO employer and a drug-free workplace. Applicants must be authorized to work in the US and have a valid driver's license. Any employment offers are contingent upon a pre-employment drug test and background check.