Safety Manager

Smurfit Westrock Company; Liberty (MO); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401k with match

Job summary

The Safety Manager at Smurfit WestRock Company leads occupational safety and health across the facility, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local laws to prevent hazards and injuries. You will develop education programs and partner with supervisors to embed safe practices.

This role requires strong communication, OSHA/ANSI/NFPA knowledge, and experience in safety supervision. You will analyze incidents, drive corrective actions, and foster a culture of continuous safety improvement

Qualifications

• Must have 2+ years of safety supervisory role in a safety program.
• Thorough knowledge of safety regulations including OSHA, ANSI, and NFPA.
• Demonstrate strong communication and interpersonal skills to engage others in safety policies.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain safety education training programs within the plant environment.
• Maintain and update safety procedures, SOPs, and policies.
• Partner with manufacturing managers to review and improve safety practices and ensure adoption by employees.
• Ensure compliance with safety policies, regulations, and reporting in manufacturing.
• Perform hazardous risk assessments to identify hazards and develop prevention plans.
• Review accident/injury reports and data, ensuring corrective actions are taken.
• Coordinate with workers’ compensation and general liability representatives for policy compliance.
• Assist in administration of safety incentive programs and monitor engagement.
• Manage compliance for environmental regulations (air permits, runoff).
• Model and promote an organizational culture of safe practices through leadership and training.

Skills

Strong communication & interpersonal

Safety program development

Regulatory knowledge (OSHA/ANSI/NFPA)

Education

High School diploma or GED

Associate or Bachelor’s degree – preferred

Job description

The Opportunity :

The Safety Manager will be responsible for all activities related to occupational safety and health in the facility you are aligned to and you will ensure compliance with federal, state, and local requirements and laws to prevent hazards and injuries. As a Safety Manager you will manage and develop safety programs to educate supervisors and managers and to prevent hazards, risks, and injuries.

How you will impact SmurfitWestRock

• Develop and maintain safety education training program within the plant environment.
• Maintain and update existing safety procedures, standard operating procedures, and policies
• Partner with manufacturing managers to review and improve safety practices and ensure adoption by employees
• Ensure compliance with safety policies, regulations, and reporting in manufacturing
• Perform hazardous risk assessments for tasks or jobs to identify potential hazards and develop risk prevention plans to mitigate them
• Review and analyze accident/injury reports and data for accuracy and detail, ensuring corrective actions are taken.
• Partner with worker’s compensation and general liability insurance representatives to ensure compliance with policy requirements.
• Assist in administration of safety incentive program , including assessing participation, monitoring engagement, reviewing all data, and ensuring incentives are paid.
• Manage compliance for environmental regulations (e.g. air permits, water runoff).
• Model and promote an organizational culture that fosters safe practices through effective leadership and training.

What you need to succeed:

• High School diploma or G.E.D. - Required
• Associate or Bachelor’s degree – Preferred
• Must have 2+ years of safety supervisory role in a safety program - Required
• Demonstrate thorough knowledge of safety regulations, including OSHA, ANSI, and NFPA
• Government or professional training and compliance courses (e.g. OSHA 30-hour training) - Preferred
• Demonstrate strong communication and interpersonal skills to engage and inspire others to comply with safety policies and standards
• Thorough knowledge of safety standards and methodologies
• Proven track record of critical thinking and problem-solving
• Inspire others to develop themselves and seek out continuous learning opportunities by serving as a role model and seeking out personal developmental opportunities

What we offer:

• Corporate culture based on integrity, respect, accountability, and excellence.
• Comprehensive training with numerous learning and development opportunities.
• An attractive salary reflecting skills, competencies, and potential.
• Benefits package to include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401k with match and more!
• A career with a global packaging company where Sustainability, Safety and Inclusion are business drivers and foundational elements of the daily work.

Candidates are required to undergo a drug screening after receiving a conditional job offer, but before starting employment.