Senior Safety Manager — Manufacturing Risk Leader

The Burpee Seed Corp; Warminster Heights (PA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Match

Paid Time Off

Employee Assistance Program

Tuition Reimbursement

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Farm vegetables

Job summary

The Burpee Seed Corp seeks a seasoned Safety Manager to lead our safety program and drive a culture of safety across manufacturing, warehousing, and processing areas. You will identify risks, implement practical controls, and ensure compliance with OSHA and related requirements.

You will develop policies, train teams, conduct inspections, investigate incidents, and lead emergency preparedness efforts. A CSP, OSHA 30, and First Aid/CPR/AED are required, with a hands-on, proactive approach to risk

Qualifications

• 5+ years of safety leadership experience in manufacturing, warehouse, industrial, or similar environment.
• Certified Safety Professional (CSP) certification.
• OSHA 30-Hour certification.
• Current First Aid/CPR/AED certification.
• Strong knowledge of OSHA and general industry safety requirements.
• Experience conducting risk assessments, safety audits, JHAs, and incident investigations.
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing and warehouse safety practices.

Responsibilities

• Lead Burpee's overall safety program by assessing workplace risks, identifying gaps, establishing priorities, and implementing practical solutions.
• Develop, implement, and continuously improve safety policies, procedures, programs, and standards.
• Conduct workplace safety inspections and risk assessments and drive corrective actions to address identified hazards.
• Develop and maintain JHAs for applicable jobs and processes.
• Oversee safety programs related to forklifts, powered equipment, machine guarding, LOTO, PPE, ergonomics, chemical safety, and other applicable areas.
• Lead investigations of workplace injuries, incidents, near misses, and other safety-related events; identify root causes and ensure corrective actions are completed.
• Ensure required safety training, certifications, records, and documentation are accurate and up to date.
• Lead emergency preparedness initiatives, including emergency response plans, drills, and the MERT program.
• Maintain ongoing compliance with OSHA and other applicable safety requirements, including required recordkeeping.
• Monitor safety trends and recurring concerns and use data and observations to drive continuous improvement.
• Lead the Safety Committee and ensure action items are assigned, tracked, and brought to resolution.
• Partner with leaders throughout Burpee to address safety concerns and strengthen accountability for safe work practices.
• Work with the Facilities Manager to ensure contractors, vendors, and visitors meet applicable safety requirements.
• Partner closely with HR and Leadership on safety-related employee matters.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Skills

Safety leadership

CSP Certification

OSHA 30-Hour

First Aid/CPR/AED

Risk assessments

Incident investigations

Manufacturing safety

Leadership & communication

Job description

The Burpee Seed Corp seeks a seasoned Safety Manager to lead our safety program and drive a culture of safety across manufacturing, warehousing, and processing areas. You will identify risks, implement practical controls, and ensure compliance with OSHA and related requirements.

You will develop policies, train teams, conduct inspections, investigate incidents, and lead emergency preparedness efforts. A CSP, OSHA 30, and First Aid/CPR/AED are required, with a hands-on, proactive approach to risk