Safety & Ergonomics Leader: Injury Reduction & Impact

Liberty Tire Recycling, LLC; Godfrey (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Liberty Tire Recycling is seeking a Safety Manager to lead injury reduction and safety initiatives across multiple sites in the United States and Canada. You will own ergonomics programs, monitor KPIs, and drive data-driven decisions in demanding industrial environments.

This role partners with plant leadership to implement practical safety solutions, conduct root-cause analyses, and foster a proactive safety culture.

Qualifications

• Degree in Safety, Ergonomics, Industrial Hygiene or related field.
• 5+ years of progressive safety leadership in manufacturing or heavy industrial settings.
• Proven track record of reducing workplace injuries in hourly labor environments.
• Professional certifications such as CSP, ASP, or CPE preferred.

Responsibilities

• Own and drive injury reduction strategies, with a primary focus on hourly workforce safety.
• Establish, monitor, and improve safety KPIs such as TRIR, DART, musculoskeletal injury rates and near-miss reporting.
• Conduct advanced ergonomic assessments targeting repetitive motion, lifting, and material handling risks.
• Design and implement ergonomic solutions including engineering controls and workstation redesign.
• Partner with Plant GMs and operations to integrate safety into daily production.
• Lead root cause analysis for injuries and ensure corrective actions.
• Analyze injury data trends to identify high-risk areas and inform actions.
• Deliver safety and ergonomics training to hourly employees and supervisors.

Skills

Safety data analysis

Ergonomics program development

OSHA compliance knowledge

Bilingual in Spanish and English

Education

Bachelor's degree in Safety, Ergonomics, Industrial Hygiene, or related field

CSP/ASP/CPE certification

Job description

Liberty Tire Recycling is a high-growth company and the premier provider of tire recycling services in North America with operations throughout the United States and Canada. Liberty Tire annually transforms more than 210 million tires into raw materials for smart, sustainable products that improve our environment and people’s lives. The Company is private equity owned, has approximately 60 sites in the US and Canada, and nearly 4,000 employees. With innovative tools, technologies and processes, Liberty Tire is a revolutionary American conservation enterprise – from coast to coast, and from whole tire to end products. The company’s commitment to finding new and better ways to RECLAIM, RECYCLE and REUSE bridges the sustainability goals of scrap tire generators nationwide with those of local scrap rubber consumers.

General Description:

The Safety Manager is a key partner to plant and regional operations leadership, responsible for driving injury reduction, improving safety performance, and ensuring a safe working environment across assigned sites. This role leads the development and execution of ergonomics and safety initiatives, with a strong focus on data-driven decision-making, KPI ownership, and hands-on implementation of solutions in physically demanding industrial environments.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Own and drive injury reduction strategies, with a primary focus on hourly workforce safety
• Establish, monitor, and improve key safety KPIs, including TRIR, DART, musculoskeletal injury rates, and near-miss reporting
• Conduct advanced ergonomic assessments targeting repetitive motion, lifting, and material handling risks
• Design and implement practical ergonomic solutions, including engineering controls, job rotation, workstation redesign, and tooling improvements
• Partner closely with Plant General Managers and operations teams to integrate safety into daily production activities
• Lead root cause analysis for injuries and ensure sustainable corrective actions are implemented
• Analyze injury and safety data trends to proactively identify high-risk areas
• Deliver targeted safety and ergonomics training to hourly employees and supervisors
• Conduct routine safety audits to ensure OSHA compliance and adherence to company standards
• Drive accountability at all levels for achieving and sustaining safety performance targets
• Act as a strategic partner to plant leadership, translating safety data into actionable operational improvements
• Collaborate with operations teams to build and track safety metrics that drive performance
• Provide analysis and recommendations for safety-related investments, including ergonomic improvements and equipment upgrades
• Identify trends and opportunities to reduce risk and improve overall site safety performance
• Serve as the safety subject matter expert for assigned sites, influencing decision-making and reinforcing a proactive safety culture
• Participate in site leadership meetings and contribute to overall operational performance discussions
• Champion continuous improvement initiatives that enhance both safety outcomes and productivity

Qualifications:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret and act on safety data
• Demonstrated experience in ergonomics program development and implementation
• Strong working knowledge of OSHA regulations and compliance requirements
• Experience managing safety performance through KPIs and metrics
• Ability to influence and collaborate effectively with operations and frontline teams
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and results-driven
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced industrial environment
• Bilingual in Spanish and English required

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Safety, Ergonomics, Industrial Hygiene, or a related field preferred
• 5+ years of progressive safety leadership experience in manufacturing, recycling, or heavy industrial environments
• Proven track record of reducing workplace injuries, particularly within hourly labor environments
• Professional certifications such as CSP, ASP, or CPE strongly preferred

EEO Statement:

• Liberty Tire Recycling is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sex, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, relationship or association with a protected veteran (spouses or other family members), genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.