Safety Manager: Field Leadership & Compliance

Daifuku North America; Chandler (AZ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Daifuku North America is seeking an experienced Safety Manager to oversee safety functions across manufacturing sites. You will lead training, policies, audits, and incident investigations, ensuring OSHA compliance and high safety standards. Travel to job sites will be frequent to support project teams and customers.

The role requires strong communication, formal safety program development, and the ability to work with operations to address safety concerns and drive continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8–10 years of safety experience in manufacturing.
• Proven track record developing training and conducting safety talks.
• Strong knowledge of OSHA regulations and site safety programs.
• Ability to travel 60% of the time and work weekends/holidays as needed.
• Excellent written and verbal communication with cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead safety program development, including JHA, PPE, and incident reviews.
• Conduct safety meetings, trainings, and site inspections across projects.
• Ensure OSHA compliance and manage incident investigations.
• Prepare periodic safety reports and audits for leadership.
• Coordinate with project teams and customers on safety expectations.

Skills

Safety leadership

Incident investigations

Employee training

Cross-functional collaboration

Strong communication

Education

High School Diploma

OSHA 500

Tools

Microsoft Office

Windows OS

Outlook

PowerPoint

Job description

Daifuku North America is seeking an experienced Safety Manager to oversee safety functions across manufacturing sites. You will lead training, policies, audits, and incident investigations, ensuring OSHA compliance and high safety standards. Travel to job sites will be frequent to support project teams and customers.

The role requires strong communication, formal safety program development, and the ability to work with operations to address safety concerns and drive continuous improvement.