HSE Manager | Safety Manager
Position Summary
As HSE Manager/ Safety Manager you will be responsible for overseeing and maintaining all safety programs, regulatory compliance initiatives, and safety policies. This role has comprehensive control and accountability over all aspects of safety, including but not limited to: OSHA Regulatory Programs, safety reporting, Workers' Compensation, internal safety policies, Medical First Response, hazard identification, injury case management and trend analysis, Management of Change (MoC), training, and the safety budget.
Key Responsibilities
Develop, manage, and review all regulatory compliance programs (e.g., OSHA).
Create, implement, and maintain plant safety policies.
Assign, track, and report on all regulatory and safety training activities.
Manage Workers' Compensation cases, including doctor visits, case reviews, light-duty assignments, reporting, and financial forecasting.
Conduct plant audits, provide hazard identification training, develop mitigation strategies, and track and report findings.
Administer and control the Health & Safety budget (e.g., PPE, medical supplies, first aid).
Prepare weekly and monthly safety reports covering all program areas.
Serve as a Medical First Responder and provide basic first aid.
Investigate incidents, identify root causes, and manage injury and illness cases using IAM or similar systems.
Conduct safety reviews as part of the Management of Change (MoC) process.
Perform other related duties as assigned.
Basic Qualifications
Bachelor's degree required, with a minimum of 5 years of safety management or leadership experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
Strong knowledge and understanding of: OSHA regulations, ANSI standards, NFPA standards, Workers' Compensation laws, Hazard recognition and control.
Certified or trained in First Aid, CPR, and AED response.
Demonstrated leadership and team collaboration skills.
Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication abilities.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Ability to work independently and cross-functionally with plant leadership.
Minimal travel required (10 to 20 days per year).
Must be able to lift, carry, push, or pull up to 60 pounds as needed.
Work Environment
Primary work setting is in an office. When working in the plant, exposure may include extreme temperatures, high noise levels, mechanical hazards, elevated work areas, and airborne substances (dust, mist, gas, fumes). Extensive walking or climbing may be required.