Safety Manager

Movement Search & Delivery; Newberry (MI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Disability insurance

Tuition assistance

Student loan assistance

Job summary

A safety-focused manufacturing firm located in Upper Peninsula, Michigan is looking for a Safety & Industrial Health Leader. This full-time role involves leading safety initiatives, ensuring compliance with various safety regulations, and building accountability within teams. The ideal candidate should have over 2 years of experience in safety/industrial health, a strong understanding of OSHA rules, and the ability to utilize data for decision-making. Competitive benefits are offered, including medical and vision insurance.

Qualifications

• 2+ years in safety/industrial health, preferably in manufacturing.
• 2+ years of supervisory experience or equivalent leadership responsibility.
• Recognized safety certification or ability to obtain.
• Recognized safety certification or ability to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Lead and improve safety programs in a manufacturing setting.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations.
• Compile and analyze data to track safety metrics.
• Maintain and strengthen safety policies, procedures, and fire prevention programs.
• Coach supervisors and teams to build accountability and consistency.
• Compile and analyze data to build metrics, track trends, and justify improvements with cost‑benefit analysis.
• Support audits, investigations, corrective actions, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Understanding of OSHA regulations

Data analysis and dashboard building

Leadership and supervisory skills

Dashboards/metrics

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s in Safety/Health

Tools

MS Excel

ERP systems

Job description

Safety & Industrial Health Leader

Location: Upper Peninsula, Michigan (on-site)—outdoors, lakes, trails, and a true work/life reset

Industry: Manufacturing

Level: Supervisor/Manager (hands‑on + leadership)

Why this role is worth a look

If you like being the person who sets the standard, influences culture, and makes a plant safer, cleaner, and more disciplined, this is a strong opportunity. You’ll have real ownership of the safety program—not just paperwork—while living in one of the most scenic, low‑stress areas in the Midwest.

What you’ll own

• Lead and continuously improve the plant’s Safety & Industrial Health programs in a manufacturing setting
• Ensure compliance with Federal, State, and local safety, industrial hygiene, and fire prevention regulations
• Drive core safety disciplines like:
• LOTO (Lockout/Tagout)
• Confined Space
• Air quality / Industrial hygiene monitoring
• Dust / Combustible dust risk awareness and controls
• Maintain and strengthen safety policies, procedures, and fire prevention programs
• Coach supervisors and teams using proven management techniques to build accountability and consistency
• Compile and analyze data to build metrics, track trends, and justify improvements with cost‑benefit analysis
• Support audits, investigations, corrective actions, and continuous improvement initiatives

What they’re looking for

• 2+ years in safety/industrial health (manufacturing preferred)
• 2+ years supervising/leading, or equivalent leadership responsibility
• Strong understanding of OSHA‑type rules, industrial hygiene, and fire prevention programs
• Comfortable building dashboards/metrics and using data to influence decisions
• Bachelor’s in Safety/Health (preferred) or equivalent experience
• Recognized safety certification or ability to obtain

Traits that succeed here

• Practical, floor‑present leader (not “office‑only”)
• Calm authority, strong communication, and consistent follow‑through
• Organized, metric‑driven, and comfortable partnering across operations and leadership

Seniority level

• Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

• Full‑time

Job function

• Quality Assurance
• Manufacturing

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Disability insurance
• Tuition assistance
• Student loan assistance