Regional Safety Manager

Ainsley Search Group

Virginia Beach (VA)

On-site

USD 62,020 - 97,544

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Annual performance bonus

401(k) with match

Life, short- and long-term disability insurance

Paid time off and company holidays

HSA and FSA options

Career growth track to Director-level EHS leadership

Job summary

A leading privately held Food and Beverage distribution firm is seeking a Regional Safety Manager in Virginia Beach. This role involves driving a robust safety culture, managing safety programs across multiple sites, and ensuring compliance with OSHA regulations. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's in Occupational Health & Safety and a strong background in safety management.

Qualifications

Several years of experience in multi-site safety role within manufacturing or distribution.
Working knowledge of OSHA regulations and injury recordkeeping.
CSP or other safety certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

Lead all safety programs and initiatives across manufacturing and distribution facilities.
Develop and standardize safety policies and performance metrics.
Conduct site safety audits and risk assessments.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Safety training

OSHA knowledge

Incident response

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health & Safety

Job description

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Ainsley Search Group is hiring a Regional Safety Manager to join a leading privately held Food and Beverage distribution firm based in Virginia Beach area. This manager to drive a strong safety culture across multiple distribution sites. This individual will be a key member of the EHS leadership team, reporting directly to the VP of Environmental, Health & Safety.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead all safety programs and initiatives across manufacturing and distribution facilities in the region.
Develop and standardize safety policies, procedures, and performance metrics (KPIs); build alignment across plant leadership.
Ensure strict adherence to OSHA standards and maintain awareness of evolving regulations to keep compliance measures up to date.
Own workers’ compensation case management, including injury documentation, root cause analysis, and follow-up with insurance carriers and third-party providers.
Conduct site safety audits and risk assessments; lead safety committee meetings and plant-level engagement to reinforce a culture of safety.
Deliver safety training and toolbox talks; provide on-the-floor coaching and mentoring to operations leaders and frontline staff.
Oversee compliance for PPE programs, equipment safety inspections, and emergency response protocols.
Lead industrial hygiene testing (noise, air quality, exposure) and manage corrective action plans where applicable.
Partner with HR and operations teams to manage incident response, reporting, and corrective actions.

What We’re Looking For:

Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health & Safety or equivalent work experience
Several years of experience in multi-site safety role within a manufacturing, distribution, or logistics setting.
Working knowledge of OSHA regulations and injury/illness recordkeeping requirements.
Proven track record managing workers’ compensation and safety training programs.
Strong communication and leadership skills with the ability to influence and collaborate across functions.
CSP or other safety certification is a plus but not required.
Will to travel in between regional sites.

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