Manager, Health and Safety

The Manager, Health and Safety is responsible for developing, implementing, and overseeing all health, safety, and environmental (HSE) programs to ensure compliance with company policies and federal, state, and local regulations. This role partners with leadership and operations teams to promote a strong safety culture, reduce workplace incidents, and drive continuous improvement across the organization.

Key Responsibilities

* Develop, implement, and maintain health and safety policies, procedures, and programs.
* Ensure compliance with OSHA and all applicable health and safety regulations.
* Conduct regular facility inspections, audits, and risk assessments to identify hazards and implement corrective actions.
* Lead incident investigations, root cause analyses, and corrective/preventive action plans.
* Track and analyze safety metrics, trends, and KPIs to identify improvement opportunities.
* Facilitate safety training programs for employees, supervisors, and management.
* Partner with operational leadership to ensure safe work practices are consistently followed.
* Manage workers’ compensation cases and coordinate return-to-work programs.
* Maintain required safety documentation, reports, and regulatory records.
* Lead emergency preparedness and response planning initiatives.
* Promote employee engagement and participation in safety programs and committees.
* Recommend and implement continuous improvement initiatives related to workplace safety and compliance.
* Serve as the primary point of contact for regulatory inspections and audits.

- Qualifications

* Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Science, Industrial Hygiene, or related field preferred.
* 5+ years of experience in health and safety management, preferably in logistics, manufacturing, distribution, or industrial environments.
* Strong knowledge of OSHA regulations and workplace safety standards.
* Experience conducting incident investigations and risk assessments.
* Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
* Ability to influence and build relationships across all levels of the organization.
* Proficiency with Microsoft Office and safety management systems.
* Bilingual English/Spanish is a plus.

 Preferred Certifications

* OSHA 30 Certification
* CSP (Certified Safety Professional)
* CHST (Construction Health and Safety Technician)
* First Aid/CPR Certification

Core Competencies

* Leadership and team development
* Problem-solving and decision-making
* Attention to detail
* Conflict resolution
* Analytical thinking
* Continuous improvement mindset

 Work Environment

* Combination of office and operational warehouse/field environments.
* Ability to walk facilities, climb stairs, and occasionally lift up to 25 pounds.
* May require occasional travel between facilities or job sites.

 Compensation & Benefits

* Competitive salary
* Annual bonus opportunity
* Medical, dental, and vision insurance
* 401(k) with company match
* Paid time off and holidays
* Career growth and development opportunities

About the Role

How you will contribute

• Identify, develop, and maintain company health and safety management systems, training programs, and procedures in line with all current legislation for the assigned country(s).  Perform monthly safety inspections and maintenance.
• Represent the company at external audits on all health and safety matters.  Ensure compliance to audit standards and work with auditors and vendors to answer findings and complaints in a timely, efficient and professional manner.
• Design and develop written health and safety procedures.  Monitor, revise, and implement ongoing updates in safety regulations, laws or reporting requirements. Provide technical safety and health support and information to all employees.  
• Responsible for the co-coordination of risk assessment activities including record keeping. Analysis of risk assessment, near miss and accident data to presenting to the senior management team. Develop long term strategies to reduce accidents that are data driven.  
• Investigate accidents to include gathering all documentation in line with company policies, compiling all documentation relating to any insurance claims made against the company, and liaising with insurance companies, solicitors and other related organizations in pursuit of insurance claims.
• Develop & deliver safety training programs to reduce work place accidents and incidents including assessment of such training activities.  Administer mandatory safety training and ensure all newly hired employees, agency employees, contractors, visitors and transferred employees receive proper training.