Safety Manager

Group O

Milan (IL)

On-site

USD 75,000 - 90,000

Full time

34 hours ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

FSA

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Holidays

Career development

Job summary

Group O is seeking a Safety Manager to lead safety across office, production, manufacturing, and warehousing settings in Milan, IL. This role blends strong technical safety knowledge with people-centered leadership to create a safer, healthier workplace.

The job reports to Rhiannon Nichols and offers a comprehensive benefits package. The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of experience, OSHA/EPA/DOT expertise, and a track record of program development, risk assessment, and accident prevention in

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience.
5+ years as Safety Manager or related role.
Extensive knowledge of OSHA, EPA, and DOT regulations.
Experience maintaining OSHA 300 Log records.
Experience in manufacturing or warehousing environment.

Responsibilities

Develop and oversee safety training programs for a diverse workplace.
Provide safety training and proper use of safety equipment.
Monitor and ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, DOT and related regulations.
Lead workers’ compensation processes and return-to-work programs.
Investigate injuries and near misses and implement corrective actions.
Prepare risk assessment reports and safety planning documents.

Skills

OSHA knowledge

Risk assessment

Leadership

Time management

Communication

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field

Tools

MS Office Suite

SharePoint

HRMS

Job description

Description

Group O is looking for a Safety Manager who enjoys variety, complexity, and meaningful work. At Group O, safety is not a checklist. It is part of how we take care of people and support our customers. This role supports safety across multiple environments, including office, production, manufacturing, and warehousing settings. It requires someone who can combine strong technical knowledge with practical, people-centered leadership.

Department

Human Resources

Employment Type

Full Time

Location

Milan, IL (4905)

Reporting To

Rhiannon Nichols

Compensation

$75,000 - $90,000 / year

Key Responsibilities

Developing, coordinating, and overseeing safety training and awareness programs that support a safe, healthy, and environmentally conscious workplace.
Providing safety training and education, including proper use of safety equipment
Monitoring current and changing safety and health regulations to ensure compliance with applicable Federal and State requirements.
Supporting compliance with OSHA, EPA, DOT, Department of Labor, and workers’ compensation requirements.
Identifying, reducing, and helping eliminate workplace hazards, unsafe conditions, and unsafe behaviors.
Investigating injuries and near misses, identifying root causes, and recommending steps to prevent recurrence.
Coordinating Right-To-Know programs related to hazardous chemicals and other substances.
Maintaining required safety and health records, including OSHA 300 Logs.
Preparing reports, charts, and analysis to support risk assessment and safety planning.
Developing strategic safety plans to reduce occupational injuries and illnesses.
Managing workers’ compensation claims communication with employees, managers, insurance carriers, medical personnel, and legal partners.
Developing and managing early Return to Work programs.
Supporting hygiene programs such as noise surveys, personal exposure monitoring, and ventilation surveys.
Responding to customer surveys and questionnaires related to quality certifications.
Managing the annual safety budget.
Daily travel to various work settings inside the IL Quad Cities in addition to occasional travel to our locations in IN, PA, and TX.

Who You Are

We are looking for someone who brings:

Strong technical knowledge of safety regulations, including OSHA standards.
Extensive skill, knowledge, and experience with OSHA, EPA, and DOT regulations.
Experience developing safety and health programs, policies, and prevention strategies.
Experience analyzing accident types, frequency, and severity to help develop prevention programs.
Strong risk assessment, problem-solving, communication, and time management skills.
The ability to manage multiple projects and initiatives at the same time.
Strong people skills, including the ability to motivate others and work effectively in teams.
Adaptability, ethical conduct, and the ability to lead safety initiatives across changing environments.

Job Qualifications

What You Need:

Required Or Strongly Preferred Qualifications Include

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, a related science degree, or equivalent work experience.
Five or more years’ experience as a Safety Manager, or related role.
Extensive knowledge of OSHA, EPA, and DOT regulations.
Experience maintaining OSHA 300 Log records.
Environmental Health and Safety program development and implementation.
Forklift certification.
Experience managing workman compensation claims.
Experience in a manufacturing or warehousing environment.

Preferred Qualifications Include

Basic First Aid and CPR training.
OSHA 10-Hour training.
Intermediate computer skills, including Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, and HRMS.
Bilingual English/Spanish communication skills.
Strong presentation and communication skills.

Physical Requirements

Ability to lift 50 lbs.
Ability to climb ladders.
Ability to sit and stand for long periods of time.

Why Join Group O

At Group O, you will have the opportunity to influence safety across a business that is dynamic, people-focused, and operationally diverse. This role is ideal for someone who wants to do more than maintain programs. It is for someone who wants to build trust, solve problems, educate others, and help create work environments where employees can do their best work safely.

If you are a hands-on, thoughtful, and technically strong safety professional who enjoys variety and wants to make a visible impact, we would love to hear from you.

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