Sample Job Description for Safety Manager


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Job Title: Safety Manager

Years of Experience: 1 to 3 Years

Job Type: Full Time Employee

Education Level: Bachelor’s degree

Job Summary:

The purpose of this position is to implement and administer the plant Health and Safety program addressing all areas of operations in compliance with State and Federal OSHA requirements.​

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Audits facility for safety compliance to Federal and State regulations as well as Company requirements
  • Act as Company representative at workers’ compensation hearings
  • Develop Safety Coordinator, Team Leaders, and Department Managers through coaching, feedback, and continued training activities to assist them in developing skills necessary to execute their health and safety responsibilities.​
  • Manage Health and Safety related communication flow and coordination between departments
  • Act as consultant to the leadership team and hourly associates for all safety and health issues.​
  • Lead and/​or participate in problem solving activities regarding safety and process concerns
  • Ensure a safe workplace for all associates and visitors
  • Recommend and implement the resolution of corrective actions to facilitate continuous improvement in Health and Safety programs.​
  • Establish, implement, and ensure compliance in investigating and reporting incidents involving injuries, property damage, and near misses
  • Develop, promote, and maintain a Health and Safety Management system including policies, programs, and processes designed to identify hazards, assess risks

Position Requirements:

  • Previous experience in leading continuous improvement activities
  • Knowledge of behavior based safety programs
  • Highly proactive and self-motivated
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills
  • Strong knowledge of applicable federal and state safety and health regulations
  • Moderate to advanced computer skills
  • 5 or more years of professional experience in health and safety management in a manufacturing environment
  • BS Degree or advanced degree in Occupational Safety and Health, Engineering, or relevant area of study from an accredited college

Salary: $13.00 – $15.00 Hourly DOE