Safety Manager

Andrews Cooper; Corvallis (OR); On-site; USD 80,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

HSA/FSA

Job summary

Andrews Cooper in the hardtech space is seeking a Safety Manager to lead safety and quality on custom automation builds. You will mentor technicians and coordinate lab and shop operations while ensuring adherence to safety standards and company processes.

The role requires hands-on leadership, strong communication, and the ability to travel up to 10% between client sites. A background in mechanical/electrical safety and familiarity with CAD/drawings is preferred.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of hands-on experience as a Safety Manager and/or Automation Manager.
• 5+ years building complex non-standardized equipment or products.
• Passion for keeping employees safe around complex equipment and wiring.
• Excellent communication and collaborative leadership skills.
• Up to 10% travel between locations; reliable transportation required.

Responsibilities

• Manage safety and quality on custom automation builds.
• Create process documentation to maintain safety and quality standards.
• Lead technicians supporting mechanical, electrical, and system builds and testing.
• Oversee day-to-day lab and shop operations including scheduling and priorities.
• Ensure adherence to safety practices and quality processes.
• Provide hands-on technical guidance for assembly, troubleshooting, and testing.
• Partner with engineering leadership to support project delivery timelines.
• Mentor and develop technicians through training and feedback.

Skills

Safety management

Team leadership

Communication

Travel readiness

Collaboration

Education

College degree preferred

Tools

CAD interpretation

Electrical schematics

UL 508 knowledge

Job description

SAFETY MANAGER

At Andrews Cooper, we specialize in delivering cutting‑edge engineering solutions in the HardTech space, partnering with industry leaders in Consumer Technology, Medical Technology, Clean Technology, and Automation & Robotics. With a mission to solve novel, ambiguous challenges, we help our customers achieve significant differentiation and success in their industries. Our people‑first culture is built on the core values of Own It, Help Each Other Win, and Be Cool, creating an environment where engineers can build fulfilling careers while delivering exceptional work.

The Core Values We Embody

• Help Each Other Win—AC values winning as a team over personal recognition. Go out of your way to help a teammate and the team succeed.
• Own It—Don’t wait for someone else to clear the way. Recognize opportunities to improve, and when obstacles arise, join forces to overcome them.
• Be Cool—Be self‑aware, maintain a positive attitude, prioritize emotional intelligence, and maintain composure under pressure.

If you’re passionate about solving complex engineering problems, collaborating with forward‑thinking teams, and making an impact in the world of Hardware Technology, Andrews Cooper is the place for you.

Basic Qualifications

• 10+ years of professional hands‑on experience as a Safety Manager and/or Technician/Automation Manager.
• 5+ years of experience building complex non‑standardized equipment or products.
• A passion for keeping employees safe while working on complex equipment & electrical wiring.
• Excellent communication skills and a collaborative, team‑oriented leadership style.
• Up to 10% of travel may be required between locations.
• Ability to travel for work‑related purposes as needed; access to reliable transportation is required due to the nature of our business and multiple client sites.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.
• Background checks are required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of safety and/or quality assurance practices related to mechanical assembly and basic electrical wiring or testing.
• Ability to read and interpret CAD models, drawings, electrical schematics, pneumatic schematics, and work instructions.
• Experience managing lab or shop workflows, tools, and equipment.
• Knowledge of electrical panel building experience to UL 508 standards.
• Familiarity with NFPA 70 and 79.
• Comfortable working in a fast‑paced, project‑driven consulting environment.
• College‑level education, preference for management or technical focus.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage safety and quality on custom automation builds.
• Create process documentation as needed to maintain quality and safety standards.
• Lead and manage technicians supporting mechanical, electrical, and system‑level builds and testing.
• Oversee day‑to‑day lab and shop operations, including scheduling, workload balancing, and priorities. Work through resourcing issues with the management team with grace and candor.
• Ensure adherence to Andrews Cooper standards, safety practices, and quality processes.
• Provide hands‑on technical guidance for assembly, troubleshooting, and test activities.
• Partner with engineering leadership to support project execution and delivery timelines.
• Mentor, coach, and develop technicians through feedback, training, and career growth support.

Why join the Andrews Cooper team?

This is a full‑time position with compensation, benefits, and work positives, including:

• Medical, dental, life, and disability insurance; health savings accounts (HSA), flexible spending accounts (FSA), employee assistance programs (EAP), and dependent savings accounts (DSA).
• Paid leave for maternity and paternity for birth or adoption.
• Generous PTO for vacation, sick, community service, and 8 paid holidays.
• In‑office snacks, coffee, and sponsored lunches.
• 401k retirement plan with 3% employer contribution.
• Access to hands‑on mentorship to advance professional skills and an educational reimbursement.

The salary range for this position is based on national rates. Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and location. Base Salary: $80,000.00 - $135,000.00. Andrews Cooper is an equal‑opportunity employer.