Safety Manager

CPS Inc.; Homewood (IL); On-site; USD 115,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401k

Job summary

CPS Inc. is seeking a Safety Manager for its manufacturing facility in Homewood, IL. The role centers on enhancing safety culture and leading EHS programs site-wide. The ideal candidate has 10+ years of manufacturing EHS experience and strong communication skills.

The position emphasizes policy development, incident investigation, regulatory compliance, training, and worker safety. CSP certification is preferred. Salary ranges from $115k to $140k with comprehensive benefits included.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred in Health and Safety, Engineering or related field
• 10+ years in a health and safety role within manufacturing
• CSP designation preferred
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills
• In-depth understanding of OSHA regulations and industrial chemical processes

Responsibilities

• Policy development: design, implement, and maintain health and safety policies compliant with regulations
• Training: create and deliver training for managers and employees on workplace safety and hazardous materials handling
• Regulatory compliance: ensure site adheres to OSHA regulations with audits and recordkeeping
• Safety leadership: lead weekly safety meetings and coordinate EHS training
• Incident investigation: spearhead root cause analysis for incidents and near misses
• Environmental initiatives: collaborate with Corporate Environmental Dept to support environmental programs
• Incident reporting: manage reporting and follow-up with relevant agencies
• Workers' compensation: oversee site workers' compensation claims
• Process Safety Management: champion PSM practices and employee participation
• Job analysis: conduct routine job skills analysis and task assessments
• Safety culture: promote management commitment to safety at all levels
• Team leadership: mentor one safety professional

Skills

EHS leadership

Training & development

Regulatory knowledge (OSHA)

Incident investigation

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Health and Safety or related discipline

Job description

Safety Manager Our established client is looking for a Safety Manager in their manufacturing facility. In this position you will collaborate with all levels of the facility to enhance the safety culture & enhance the safety programs. The ideal candidate would have 8 plus years of EHS experience in a chemical, food, coatings, plastics or heavy industry manufacturing. If you’re a passionate EHS professional with strong communication skills and someone who enjoys a boots on the ground approach while making an impact on the facilities overall EHS performance, then let’s connect!

Key Responsibilities

• Policy Development: Design, implement, and maintain comprehensive health and safety policies and procedures that comply with company, local, state, and federal regulations
• Training & Development: Develop and execute training programs for managers and employees, focusing on workplace safety practices, fire prevention, and safe handling of chemicals and hazardous materials
• Regulatory Compliance: Ensure the site adheres to all OSHA regulations, including meticulous recordkeeping and safety audits
• Safety Leadership: Lead weekly safety meetings and coordinate Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) training and communication initiatives
• Risk Assessment: Conduct regular inspections to identify potential EHS risks, recommend corrective actions, and follow up on the implementation of these measures
• Incident Investigation: Spearhead Root Cause Analysis (RCA) for incidents, injuries, and near misses, driving actionable improvements to prevent future occurrences
• Environmental Initiatives: Collaborate with the Corporate Environmental Department to facilitate robust environmental programs
• Incident Reporting: Manage the reporting and follow-up of workplace incidents in coordination with relevant agencies
• Workers’ Compensation: Oversee site Workers Compensation claims to ensure timely and effective management
• Process Safety Management (PSM): Champion the application of PSM practices, including Employee Participation, Mechanical Integrity, and Pre-Startup Safety Review
• Job Analysis: Perform routine job skills analysis and task assessments to enhance safety measures
• Safety Culture: Demonstrate and promote management’s commitment to safety at all levels of the organization
• Team Leadership: Manage and mentor one safety professional, fostering their growth and development

Salary $115,000 - $140,000

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and 401k

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Health and Safety, Engineering, or a related technical discipline is preferred
• Experience: A minimum of 10 years in a health and safety role within a manufacturing environment, ideally in the chemical or food industry
• Certifications: Certified Safety Professional (CSP) designation is preferred
• Communication Skills: Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, both written and oral, with the ability to effectively train and engage others
• Regulatory Knowledge: In-depth understanding of OSHA regulations and industrial chemical processes