Safety Manager

Southland Industries Inc.; Berwick (Columbia County); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan with 50% company match

100% paid medical, dental, and vision insurance

Annual bonus program

Job summary

Southland Industries Inc. is seeking a Safety Manager to oversee safety activities within the region. This role requires coordinating audits, implementing safety initiatives, and ensuring compliance with regulations. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Safety or a related field, alongside 5 years of experience in safety management.

Key benefits include a 401(k) plan with a 50% company match, comprehensive health insurance, and a performance-based annual bonus.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years experience in Safety, including lead experience.
• Certifications in CPR and First Aid preferred.
• OSHA 10hr, 30hr, 40hr training preferred.
• Strong written communication and computer skills required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct safety audits and inspections.
• Develop reports and presentations for management.
• Provide direction on improving safety performance.
• Implement all aspects of company safety manual.
• Oversee programs to ensure compliance with regulations.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving skills

Knowledge of workplace safety laws

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Safety, Health, Environmental Applied Sciences or related discipline

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Health and safety management systems

Job description

Position Summary

Manages and coordinates safety activities for the assigned safety team to ensure that all safety requirements are met in the field/facilities.

Position Details

• Conducts safety audits and inspections and recommends correction of hazardous situations for compliance with regulatory, Company and owner requirements for a region or area within the division.
• Develops reports and presentations for safety briefings with company management.
• Provides strategic and proactive direction on initiatives that will improve company Environmental, Health and Safety performance through minimizing risks and liabilities.
• Implements all aspects of company safety manual and ensures that field employees and subcontractors are complying. Ensures consistency, quality and compliance at all locations.
• Oversees and directs programs to ensure compliance with applicable regulations and internal policies.
• Provides guidance for departmental processes and activities, including compliance with safety regulations and the investigation of accidents; provides leadership and recommendations regarding the design, implementation and administration of all safety-relative initiatives, policies, procedures and processes.
• Provides performance coaching and feedback for direct reports as needed. Participates in annual performance process.
• Participates in the recruitment and hiring process for safety roles.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Safety, Health, Environmental Applied Sciences or related discipline required.
• 5 years’ experience in Safety, including lead experience.
• Certifications in CPR and First Aid preferred.
• OSHA 10hr, OSHA 30hr, OSHA 40hr training preferred.
• OSHA 500, CHST or ASP certifications preferred.
• Proficient oral and written communication skills
• Working knowledge of workplace safety laws and regulations, including OSHA, NFPA, EPA and DOT standards.
• Strong organizational, time management, and problem-solving skills
• Proficient computer skills, including working knowledge of Microsoft Office suite and health and safety management systems and platforms.

Benefits

• 401(k) plan with 50% company match (no cap) and immediate 100% vesting
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance (100% paid for employee)
• Annual bonus program based upon performance, achievement, and company profitability
• Term life, AD&D insurance, and voluntary life insurance
• Disability income protection insurance
• Pre-tax flexible spending plans (health and dependent care)
• Paid parental leave
• Paid holidays, vacation, and personal time
• Training/professional development opportunities and company-paid memberships for professional associations and licenses
• Wellness benefits

Southland Industries and all its subsidiaries are an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind. We are committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing our employees with a safe work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at Southland Industries are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, gender, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, medical condition, marital status, family care or medical leave status, veteran status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. Southland Industries will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.

Contingent Employment: All employment offers are contingent upon successful drug tests, background checks, and professional reference checks. Roles that include driving as an essential job duty will be required to have a successful Motor Vehicle Record check (MVR). We are not able to offer sponsorship of employment at this time.