Safety Manager - AUG

FPL FOOD, LLC•Augusta, GA

2d•$80,000 - $95,000

About The Position

The Safety Manager leads, develops, and manages the facility’s safety, health, and security programs. The role ensures regulatory compliance, minimizes workplace risks, and promotes a culture of safety excellence. The Safety Manager oversees safety policies, procedures, training, audits, and emergency response efforts, manages safety and security personnel, and works with facility leadership to implement continuous improvements.

Requirements

Demonstrated leadership ability and strong interpersonal skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills and a strong customer service orientation.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
Intermediate to advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook.
Travel of up to 10%.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Health and Safety.
Two years of safety experience in a plant or manufacturing environment.
OSHA training.
CPR/AED/First Aid certification.

Responsibilities

Provide strategic leadership for facility safety, health, and security initiatives.
Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations, including OSHA, and maintain documentation supporting compliance.
Develop, implement, and update company SOPs, safety programs, security protocols, and emergency response procedures.
Design, schedule, and deliver safety and regulatory training for employees, supervisors, and management.
Monitor legislative and regulatory changes, communicate their impact to leadership, and implement compliance measures.
Oversee company security policies and manage the security team to maintain a secure workplace.
Conduct facility-wide audits, inspections, risk assessments, and job observations; identify hazards and drive corrective actions.
Manage safety performance metrics, track incident trends, and develop continuous-improvement action plans.
Collaborate with operations, HR, maintenance, and leadership to strengthen safety culture and mitigate risks.
Maintain OSHA-required documentation, training records, and equipment testing logs.
Oversee security policies, procedures, and personnel to ensure consistent and effective management of the security team.
Direct and support first aid and medical response procedures, and administer first aid when needed.
Maintain, organize, and replenish first aid stations and medical supplies.
Lead safety-related incidents, investigations, and emergency situations.
Represent the facility during external audits, inspections, and regulatory visits.