Safety Engineer

Stoughton; Stoughton (WI); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Stoughton seeks a Safety Engineering leader to drive comprehensive safety programs across manufacturing facilities. You will ensure OSHA compliance, lead risk reduction through engineering controls, and guide safety for capital projects and automation initiatives.

You will mentor Safety Engineers and coordinators while advancing Lean-based safety practices and a strong safety culture across the site.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Safety/Engineering or related field required.

Responsibilities

• Lead development and deployment of safety programs across facilities.

Skills

Safety leadership

Communication

Cross-functional influence

Strategic thinking

Collaborative leadership

Continuous improvement

Operational excellence

Lean thinking

Education

Bachelor’s Degree (Safety Engineering or related)

CSP certification

Lean Six Sigma

Job description

• Lead the development and deployment of comprehensive safety programs across manufacturing facilities.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA and applicable regulatory requirements.
• Drive risk reduction initiatives through engineering controls and process improvements.
• Provide technical safety leadership for capital projects, automation, robotics, and facility modifications.
• Strengthen employee engagement and safety culture.
• Reduce workplace injuries, incidents, and operational disruptions.
• Lead safety strategy, objectives, KPIs, audits, and compliance initiatives.
• Conduct advanced risk assessments, hazard analyses, and safety reviews.
• Develop engineering controls and machine safeguarding solutions.
• Support capital projects and equipment installations from a safety perspective.
• Lead incident investigations and root cause analyses.
• Manage key safety programs including LOTO, machine guarding, confined space, fall protection, ergonomics, and emergency response.
• Develop and deliver safety training programs.
• Mentor Safety Engineers, Specialists, and Coordinators.
• Drive continuous improvement and Lean-based safety initiatives.
• Provide leadership during regulatory inspections and corporate audits.

Required Attributes

• Strong safety leadership and accountability.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Strategic and analytical thinker.
• Ability to influence cross-functional teams.
• Collaborative leadership style.
• Commitment to continuous improvement and operational excellence.

Required Knowledge

• OSHA regulations and regulatory compliance.
• Machine guarding and Lockout/Tagout requirements.
• Industrial ergonomics and human factors engineering.
• Risk assessment and hazard analysis methodologies.
• Incident investigation and root cause analysis.
• Automation, robotics, welding, and manufacturing safety.
• Emergency response planning and crisis management.
• Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma principles.
• Project management and safety management systems.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Safety Engineering, Occupational Safety, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Environmental Health & Safety, or related field.
• 8-10 years of progressive safety experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience leading complex safety programs and compliance initiatives.
• Experience conducting advanced risk assessments and incident investigations.
• Experience supporting capital projects and automation implementations.
• Certified Safety Professional (CSP) preferred.
• Lean Six Sigma certification and multi-site manufacturing experience preferred.

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