Safety Engineer
Dave Jones · Madison, WI · 1 mo ago
ManufacturingFull-time
About the role
We're looking for a Safety Engineer to join a team that treats safety as a core part of who we are, not just a checklist. This role supports the development, administration, and implementation of our safety programs, policies, and compliance efforts across both field and office operations.
Responsibilities
- Conduct jobsite audits, identify unsafe conditions or behaviors, verify corrective actions, and ensure compliance for high-risk work activities
- Partner with Crew Leaders and field personnel to troubleshoot safety issues and build solutions that keep work both safe and compliant
- Support injury management, including directing employees to appropriate medical providers and coordinating modified or restricted-duty return-to-work opportunities
- Coordinate safety training, including scheduling, new employee orientation, third-party training, and training records
- Administer the Respiratory Protection Program, including scheduling, fit testing coordination, and recordkeeping
- Order, stock, transport, inspect, inventory, and distribute safety supplies, PPE, and equipment, and help employees select the right gear
- Maintain SDS inventories and electronic management systems; inspect fire extinguishers, AEDs, and first aid cabinets, and arrange replacement or repair as needed
- Review Safety Surveys and Near Miss/Hazard Recognition reports to spot trends and follow-up actions
- Assist with incident investigations, root cause analysis, and corrective action development
- Provide technical safety support for the planning and execution of work activities
- Support continuous improvement of the safety program, including program content, recordkeeping, and reporting
- Track Toolbox Talk participation and share performance reporting with departments
- Attend or facilitate safety meetings and lead by example on our safety culture
Requirements
A Bachelor's degree in Occupational Health and Safety or a related field is preferred. Accredited safety credentials, or a combination of education and relevant experience, will be considered.
Skills, Knowledge, And Abilities
- Working knowledge of OSHA construction and general industry standards, incident investigation methods, and safety compliance practices
- Strong communication skills, both for delivering training and writing clear reports, policies, and regulatory correspondence
- Comfort building credibility with field personnel and leadership, including having direct conversations about safety performance
- Solid organizational skills to manage documentation, inspection schedules, and compliance records across multiple projects
- Analytical mindset for identifying hazards, reviewing incident data, and developing practical corrective actions
- A problem-solver who can assess unsafe field conditions and communicate sustainable solutions
- Comfortable using Microsoft Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook)
Benefits
- Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
- Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
- Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
- Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
- Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
- Short Term & Long Term Disability
- Training & Development
- Work From Home
- Wellness Resources