Safety Manager

Location: Columbia, South Carolina Region

Job Overview

An experienced and dedicated Safety Manager is sought to oversee all health, safety, and environmental (HSE) aspects at a designated site. This role ensures compliance with local, state, and federal regulations, along with internal policies, while fostering a culture of safety and continuous improvement. The position focuses on mitigating risks, enhancing workplace well-being, and driving operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

Safety Leadership

• Promote a culture of safety through proactive training, communication, and engagement with operational leadership using a hands-on approach.
• Develop, implement, and manage comprehensive safety programs and policies tailored to the team while supporting operations in a manufacturing environment.
• Serve as the primary contact for safety-related matters and lead responses to emergencies and incidents.
• Collaborate with on-site safety teams to implement shared safety programs and initiatives.
• Facilitate and lead the site Safety Committee.
  
  

Compliance and Reporting

• Ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, and other applicable health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Conduct regular safety audits, risk assessments, and inspections, addressing identified hazards promptly.
• Maintain accurate documentation of safety incidents, corrective actions, and compliance efforts.
  
  

Training and Development

• Design, develop, and implement safety training programs for employees at all levels, including new hire orientation, hazard communication, and equipment-specific protocols.
• Integrate updates from industry best practices and regulatory changes into training and safety programs.
• Ensure required certifications and recertifications are completed for all team members.
  
  

Incident Investigation and Prevention

• Investigate workplace incidents, near-misses, and accidents to identify root causes and implement corrective actions.
• Collaborate with operational teams to develop preventive measures and safety improvement strategies.
• Utilize data-driven solutions and metrics to monitor and enhance safety performance.
  
  

Education, Experience, And Certification

• Degree in occupational safety and health, safety engineering, or a related field from an accredited institution.
• At least five years of relevant experience with a proven track record in the industry.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills, including root cause analysis.
• Authorized OSHA 10- and 30-hour General Industry Training preferred.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Valid driver’s license.
  
  

Requirements

• Reliable transportation.
• Authorization to work in the United States.
• Minimum age of 18 at the time of application.
• Willingness to undergo a background check and drug screening.
  
  

Working Conditions

• Work occurs in both an office environment with moderate lighting and temperature and outside areas surrounding warehouse and manufacturing facilities.
• Exposure to heat, cold, inclement weather, and potentially hazardous materials or situations, including extreme heights, dust, fumes, and loud noise.
• Use of personal protective equipment is required.
• Duties involve computer use and may include extended working hours.
  
  

Employment Type

• Full-Time, Exempt
  
  

Compensation

• Weekly salaried pay via direct deposit.
  
  

Benefits

• Employer-sponsored medical insurance with nominal employee contributions.
• Dental, vision, life insurance, and additional options are available.
  
  

401(k) Plan

• Employer match option available.
  
  

Paid Time Off (PTO)

• PTO hours provided according to internal policy.
  
  

Experience Required

• 5 year(s): At least five years of relevant experience with a proven track record in the industry. Strong problem-solving and analytical skills, including root cause analysis. Authorized OSHA 10- and 30-hour General Industry Training preferred. Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
  
  

Education Preferred

• Bachelors or better
  
  

Licenses & Certifications Required

• Driver's License
  
  

Skills Required

• Oral Communication
• Proficiency
• Multitasking
• Implementation
• Microsoft Office
• Metrics
• Verbal Communication
• Microsoft Excel
• Logical Thinking
• Leadership
• Flexibility
• Data Collection
• Critical Thinking
• Goal Setting
• Cooperation
• Goal Achievement
• Engagement
• Creative Thinking
• Written Communication
• Client Support
• Collect Information
• Communication
• Certifications
• Analytical
• Active Listening
  
  

Behaviors Required

• Thought Provoking: Capable of making others think deeply on a subject
• Innovative: Consistently introduces new ideas and demonstrates original thinking
• Team Player: Works well as a member of a group
• Enthusiastic: Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest
• Leader: Inspires teammates to follow them
• Functional Expert: Considered a thought leader on a subject
• Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well
• Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity
  
  

Motivations Required

• Entrepreneurial Spirit: Inspired to perform well by an ability to drive new ventures within the business
• Self-Starter: Inspired to perform without outside help
• Peer Recognition: Inspired to perform well by the praise of coworkers
• Goal Completion: Inspired to perform well by the completion of tasks
• Flexibility: Inspired to perform well when granted the ability to set your own schedule and goals
• Ability to Make an Impact: Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization
  
  

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