Health, Safety & Compliance Manager-US Region

Metro Supply Chain Holdings USA Inc•Columbus, OH

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

We are looking for a US Region Health, Safety & Compliance Manager to join our fun, transparent, and problem-solving team! You will be responsible for developing, implementing, and continuously improving safety programs across multiple U.S. sites, with a strong focus on packaging and warehousing operations. This role ensures compliance with federal, state, and local regulations while driving a proactive safety culture that minimizes risk, enhances operational performance, and protects employees, contractors, and visitors. The ideal candidate is a hands-on, influential leader who can partner with site teams, translate regulatory requirements into practical programs, and champion safety excellence across a geographically dispersed network.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety, Environmental Health, Industrial Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience).
5+ years of safety leadership experience in warehousing, packaging, distribution, or manufacturing environments.
Strong knowledge of Cal-OSHA/OSHA regulations and industry best practices
Familiarity with EPA and hazardous materials regulations.
Experience managing safety programs across multiple locations.
Demonstrated ability to conduct investigations, risk assessments, and compliance audits.
Excellent communication, facilitation, and relationship‑building skills.

Nice To Haves

Professional certifications such as CSP, ASP, CHMM, or OSHA 30/50.
Experience with automated warehousing systems, material handling equipment, or packaging lines.
Experience implementing safety management systems (SMS) or continuous improvement frameworks.
Bilingual English & Spanish

Responsibilities

Design, implement, and maintain comprehensive safety programs tailored to packaging, warehousing, and distribution environments.
Standardize safety processes and procedures across all U.S. sites while allowing for site-specific adaptations.
Lead the development of training programs, SOPs, and safety communication materials.
Conduct risk assessments, job hazard analyses, and ergonomic evaluations to identify and mitigate hazards.
Ensure compliance with OSHA, DOT, EPA, and other applicable federal, state, and local regulations.
Monitor regulatory changes and proactively update programs, policies, and training.
Lead site audits, inspections, and compliance reviews; develop corrective action plans and track closure.
Maintain required documentation, reporting, and recordkeeping for all safety and compliance activities.
Oversee incident investigations, root cause analyses, and corrective action implementation.
Track and analyze safety metrics to identify trends and drive continuous improvement.
Partner with site leadership to reduce recordable injuries, improve near-miss reporting, and strengthen hazard recognition.
Serve as the primary safety advisor to operations, HR, engineering, and senior leadership.
Support new site launches, equipment installations, and process changes with safety expertise.
Lead safety committees and facilitate employee engagement initiatives.
Provide coaching and guidance to site-level safety coordinators or champions.
Develop and deliver safety training for employees, supervisors, and managers.
Ensure consistent onboarding safety training across all sites.
Evaluate training effectiveness and adjust content to meet operational needs.