Safety Supervisor

About the role

The Safety Supervisor is responsible for leading and executing safety initiatives across field operations, with a strong focus on risk analysis, proactive safety culture development, and program execution.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive risk analyses for field operations, including construction, industrial, and groundwork activities, with a strong understanding of hazard identification and mitigation strategies.
• Serve as the primary decision-maker on safety matters in the field, using sound judgment to address evolving risks and ensure worker protection.
• Drive execution of corporate safety programs, ensuring consistent implementation and alignment with company policies and regulatory requirements.
• Promote a proactive safety culture and continuous improvement mindset across all operations.
• Develop, implement, and monitor safety plans to ensure compliance with applicable local, state, and federal regulations.
• Perform routine field audits, inspections, and observations to identify gaps and ensure compliance with safety standards.
• Lead incident investigations, identify root causes, and implement corrective and preventive actions.
• Provide coaching, training, and ongoing development for field personnel to strengthen safety awareness and capability.
• Maintain accurate safety documentation, reports, and records.
• Supervise and manage direct safety team members, including performance management, coaching, and development.
• Collaborate with project managers and operations teams to integrate safety requirements into all phases of work.
• Support Safety and Environmental leadership with projects, committees, and cross-functional initiatives.
• Develop and communicate safety alerts, best practices, and weekly toolbox talks.
• Provide backup administrative support for onsite medical functions as needed.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Science, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• Must be proficient to effectively use current Microsoft Office software, including Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and other software programs.
• Experience in OSHA recordkeeping requirements.
• Certified in CPR, First Aid/AED and Bloodborne responder, a plus.
• Ability to obtain and maintain certification required.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in field safety management within construction, industrial, or related environments.
• Strong knowledge of OSHA regulations and industry safety compliance standards.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Relevant certifications (e.g., OSHA 30, CSP, CHST) preferred.
• Ability to obtain and maintain OSHA 10/30 Train the Trainer Certification.

Qualifications

• Strong decision-making and problem-solving capabilities, particularly in dynamic field environments.
• Deep understanding of risk assessment methodologies and hazard mitigation strategies.
• Ability to influence behavior and build a proactive, safety-first culture.
• Effective leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent communication and collaboration across all organizational levels.
• High level of accountability, integrity, and attention to detail.
• Exhibits strong problem-solving and analytical abilities, with experience addressing safety issues and leading effective root cause analyses.
• Has a General Understanding Of Workers’ Compensation Processes (preferred).
• Leads by example, consistently demonstrating safe behaviors and reinforcing the importance of personal accountability in safety.
• Communicates clearly and confidently, with strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build relationships across employees, contractors, and management.
• Capable of facilitating meetings, delivering training, and serving as a trusted liaison between field operations and leadership.

Skills

• Knowledge of OSHA regulations and industry safety compliance standards.
• Leadership and team management skills.
• Communication and collaboration.
• Problem-solving and analytical abilities.
• Decision-making and problem-solving capabilities.
• Understanding of risk assessment methodologies and hazard mitigation strategies.
• Leadership and team management skills.
• Communication and collaboration.
• Problem-solving and analytical abilities.
• Decision-making and problem-solving capabilities.
• Understanding of risk assessment methodologies and hazard mitigation strategies.

Benefits

Full-time roles are eligible for our comprehensive benefits package which includes medical, dental and vision coverage as well as a 401(k) plan with an competitive company match.

Pay

$102,100.00 - $136,166.67 Annual. This pay range is not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Final base salary will be determined based on several factors which may include but are not limited to responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data and applicable bargaining agreement (if any).

Incentive Compensation

This role may be eligible for the Ingredion Annual Incentive Plan or a role-specific commission/bonus.

Benefits

Full-time roles are eligible for our comprehensive benefits package which includes medical, dental and vision coverage as well as a 401(k) plan with an competitive company match.