Safe Workplace Manager
About The Position
The Safe Workplace Manager leads safety, regulatory compliance, risk management, and safety culture at a 120-employee glass manufacturing operation. The role serves as the site's technical safety resource and requires a visible, hands-on presence on the manufacturing floor. It partners with operations, maintenance, engineering, and leadership to identify hazards, reduce risk, improve safety performance, and meet applicable federal, state, local, and company requirements. The position oversees safety programs and compliance documentation, investigates incidents, develops and delivers training, and manages technical safety programs including lockout/tagout, machine guarding, powered industrial trucks, fall protection, confined space entry, hot work, hazard communication, PPE, contractor safety, ergonomics, and emergency preparedness. It also supports operational and capital improvements and handles specified chemical and water-permit paperwork and inspections. The posting identifies the position as full time, salary exempt, located in Fostoria, Ohio, and reporting to the Plant Manager. Health benefits begin on Day 8 of employment.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Safety, Engineering, Occupational Health, Industrial Technology, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
- At least 5 years of safety leadership experience in a manufacturing environment.
- Strong working knowledge of OSHA regulations and compliance requirements.
- Experience conducting incident investigations and root cause analysis.
- Experience developing and delivering safety training programs.
- Strong knowledge of industrial safety systems and risk management practices.
- Excellent communication and presentation skills, and ability to influence employees and leaders at all organizational levels.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Ability to lead change and drive accountability.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and safety management systems.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in glass manufacturing, fabrication, tempering, lamination, or other industrial manufacturing environments.
- Certified Safety Professional (CSP), Occupational Health & Safety Technician (OHST), ASP, or similar certification.
- Experience with Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologies.
- Experience with workers' compensation case management and return-to-work programs.
Responsibilities
- Lead the facility's safety program and promote safety as a core value.
- Serve as the primary safety resource and advisor to employees, supervisors, and leadership.
- Participate in the Safety Functional Council and monthly employee communication meetings.
- Drive employee engagement in safety initiatives, observations, audits, and continuous improvement.
- Conduct plant safety inspections and risk assessments and lead safety awareness campaigns.
- Ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, state regulations, and company safety standards; maintain safety records, documentation, permits, and reporting.
- Monitor regulatory changes, implement compliance actions, and manage OSHA logs and reporting requirements.
- Maintain an alcohol- and drug-free workplace and administer onsite reasonable-suspicion drug tests.
- Lead investigations of injuries, near misses, property damage, and safety concerns; use root cause analysis and track corrective actions through completion and effectiveness verification.
- Analyze incident trends and develop prevention strategies.
- Develop and deliver safety training; manage new-employee orientation and annual refresher training; ensure required equipment and procedure training and certifications.
- Manage and improve programs for lockout/tagout, machine guarding, powered industrial trucks, fall protection, confined space entry, hot work permitting, hazard communication, PPE, contractor safety, ergonomics, and emergency preparedness.
- Partner with Operations and Maintenance to identify and eliminate hazards.
- Participate in capital projects, equipment installations, and process changes to incorporate safety considerations.
- Support continuous improvement to reduce risk and improve operational performance.
- Complete Tier 2 annual chemical paperwork.
- Conduct SWPPP testing and inspections; complete City water permit paperwork and track water usage.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage; health benefits start on Day 8 of employment.
- Affordable premium rates starting at $10 per week.
- Weekly pay every Friday.
- Paid time off and 10 paid holidays.
- 401(k) retirement savings plan with a 4% dollar-for-dollar company match.
- Health Reimbursement Account (HRA).
- Cost savings programs for medical expenses.
- Company-paid life insurance and supplemental options.
- Identity theft protection.
- Pet insurance.
- Metlaw Legal Services.
- Incentive bonuses.
- Tuition reimbursement.
- Hands-on training and career growth opportunities.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
