Safety Engineer

ZSG; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits

Strong career advancement opportunities

Collaborative, team-oriented culture

Job summary

ZSG, a leading company in heavy industrial manufacturing located in Louisville, Kentucky, is seeking a motivated Safety Engineer. This role involves driving safety excellence and supporting compliance initiatives while partnering with operations and engineering teams.

The ideal candidate will have strong knowledge of OSHA regulations, industrial safety programs, and will be responsible for developing safety training programs. Join a stable organization committed to safety and operational excellence.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in an industrial or manufacturing environment.
• Working knowledge of safety regulations and compliance standards.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities.

Responsibilities

• Promote a culture centered on safety and operational excellence.
• Support teams with safety and ergonomic improvement initiatives.
• Lead incident investigations and drive continuous improvement.

Skills

OSHA regulations

Industrial safety programs

Continuous improvement practices

Strong communication skills

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Safety or related field

Job description

A Fortune 150 leader in heavy industrial manufacturing is seeking a motivated and hands‑on Safety Engineer to join its operations team. This role is responsible for driving safety excellence, supporting regulatory compliance initiatives, and partnering with operations, maintenance, and engineering teams to create a world‑class safety culture.

The ideal candidate will bring strong knowledge of OSHA regulations, industrial safety programs, and continuous improvement practices within a manufacturing or industrial environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Promote and reinforce a culture centered on safety, housekeeping, and operational excellence
• Support operations, maintenance, and engineering teams with safety and ergonomic improvement initiatives
• Interpret, implement, and communicate federal, state, and local OSHA regulations
• Develop, coordinate, and conduct safety training programs for employees
• Review, develop, and implement safety policies, procedures, and best practices
• Maintain OSHA 300 logs and other required safety/environmental records
• Partner with regulatory agencies and assist with audits, inspections, and compliance activities
• Lead incident investigations, root cause analysis, and corrective action implementation
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives related to safety and loss prevention
• Travel periodically to other manufacturing facilities as needed

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Safety, Industrial Hygiene, Safety Engineering, or a related field
• Minimum of 2 years of experience applying safety policies and loss prevention programs in an industrial or manufacturing environment
• Working knowledge of federal and state safety regulations and compliance standards
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work across all levels of the organization
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in heavy industrial manufacturing environments
• Strong understanding of industrial hygiene practices and safety testing procedures
• Demonstrated leadership skills and experience driving continuous improvement initiatives
• Proven ability to build relationships, influence teams, and promote accountability
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Experience conducting safety training and leading compliance initiatives

What This Company Offers

• Opportunity to join one of the most stable and respected manufacturing organizations in the country
• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package
• Strong career advancement opportunities within a growing organization
• Collaborative, team-oriented culture focused on safety and operational excellence
• Long-term career stability with a company committed to investing in its people

If you are passionate about workplace safety, regulatory compliance, and continuous improvement within industrial manufacturing, this is an excellent opportunity to advance your career with a leading organization.