Safety Manager
SkyWater is partnering with an existing client in Northern Iowa to find a Safety Manager for their growing team! This is a brand-new role within their business, and it’s a highly visible & hands-on safety role. The Safety Manager will be responsible for building the safety program across production & warehouse sites in the Upper Midwest. This person will report to the VP of Operations while working with people on the floor, leading incident investigations, implementing corrective actions, and continuously improving the safety policies & programs. Our client is an established and quickly growing manufacturer of electrical products. They’re looking for someone who can build a safety program, implement safety policies & procedures, hire & grow the safety team, and continuously improve programs over time. Our client is offering a strong base salary, bonus potential, excellent benefits, and the chance to put your stamp on the safety department with a growing business!
Responsibilities
Assess current safety practices at multiple sites and create a roadmap toward implementing a strong safety program. Write and roll out safety policies, procedures, & standards for the organization. Spend time on the floor identifying and controlling hazards involving machinery, forklifts, material handling, electrical work, and ergonomics. Own key programs including LOTO, machine guarding, hearing conservation, respiratory protection, confined space, fall protection, emergency response, and contractor safety. Lead safety inspections, audits, & risk assessments, and follow corrective actions through to completion. Keep sites compliant with all federal and state safety regulations. Build a safety training program for new hires, employees, & supervisors, and stand-up safety committees to get employees involved. Set safety KPIs & dashboards, and report on progress to the executive team. Other projects or responsibilities as assigned.
Desired Skills and Experience
Bachelor’s Degree in Occupational Safety, Engineering, or a related field preferred. 5+ years of safety/EHS experience in manufacturing, production, warehousing, or distribution environment. A proven record of building or improving a safety program. Strong practical knowledge of OSHA requirements for manufacturing and warehouse settings. Hands-on experience with incident investigations, root-cause analysis, audits, and safety training. CSP, ASP, CIH, or a similar credential preferred.
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