Safety Manager Corvallis, OR

Andrews Cooper Technology Inc; Corvallis, Northern (OR, KY); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Paid parental leave

Generous PTO

Snacks and sponsored lunches

401k with employer contribution

Mentorship & education reimbursement

Job summary

Andrews Cooper Technology Inc is seeking a Safety Manager to lead safety and quality across custom automation builds in a fast-paced hardware environment.

You will mentor technicians, coordinate lab operations, and ensure compliance with NFPA, UL 508, and related standards while partnering with engineering to meet project milestones.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in safety management or automation leadership.
• 5+ years building complex non-standardized equipment or products.
• Willingness to travel up to 10%.
• Legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Safety management

Leadership

Communication

Travel readiness

Education

College-level education

Tools

CAD models

Electrical schematics

Pneumatic schematics

UL 508 standards

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.