Safety Manager

Bridgeways • Everett, WA

1d • $46 - $50 • Onsite

About The Position

The Safety Manager at Bridgeways is a hands-on, accountable leader responsible for developing, implementing, and actively executing workplace safety programs across manufacturing and social service environments. This is not an advisory role—the Safety Manager directly manages, enforces, and participates in safety practices to ensure compliance with OSHA/WISHA, Washington State L&I, and all applicable regulatory and contractual requirements, while supporting aerospace manufacturing (AS9100) and social services operations. The role owns safety performance outcomes, documentation, and compliance readiness, and collaborates cross-functionally to maintain a safe, compliant, and well-managed work environment.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in workplace safety, preferably in Manufacturing or aerospace environments.
• Strong knowledge of OSHA / WISHA regulations and Washington State L&I requirements.
• Experience leading safety programs—not just supporting them.
• Proven ability to investigate incidents, implement corrective actions, and enforce compliance.
• Valid Washington State Driver’s License.
• Ability to obtain and maintain forklift certification.
• Ability to pass the background check.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret common trade journals, financial reports, and legal documents.
• Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community.
• Ability to effectively present information to management and/or public groups.
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
• Ability to interpret and extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in AS9100 or regulated manufacturing environments.
• OSHA 30-hour General Industry certification (minimum).
• Experience in multi-site or mixed-use environments (manufacturing + services).

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain comprehensive safety programs across all locations.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA / WISHA. Washington State L&I, and AS9100 safety-related requirements.
• Maintain all required safety documentation, policies, and procedures.
• Ensure safety practices are actively followed—not just documented.
• Conduct regular floor presence and safety walkthroughs.
• Identify hazards and take immediate corrective action.
• Personally engage in safety enforcement and coaching.
• Stop unsafe work when required—without escalation delay.
• Lead all incident, injury, and near-miss investigations.
• Ensure timely documentation, root cause analysis, and corrective actions are implemented and tracked.
• Maintain OSHA logs (300, 300A, 301) and required reporting.
• Own safety training program, including new hire orientation, Forklift Certification, PPE, Hazard Communication, and Emergency response protocols.
• Ensure all required training is current, documented, and auditable.
• Conduct and document routine facility inspections, Equipment safety checks, and Emergency systems checks (fire extinguishers, AED, eyewash, etc.)
• Lead internal safety audits and support external audits.
• Always maintain audit-ready documentation.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for OSHA / L&I inquiries or inspections.
• Proactively identify compliance gaps and implement corrective actions.
• Ensure all facilities meet regulatory and licensing safety requirements.
• Work closely with Manufacturing leadership, Facilities/Maintenance, HR (for training and incident reporting), and Executive leadership.
• Provide clear, direct communication on safety risks and expectations.
• No missed required safety inspections or compliance deadlines.
• All safety training is current, documented, and audit-ready.
• Incidents are investigated within 24–48 hours with documented corrective actions.
• Safety issues are identified and addressed proactively, not reactively.
• Documentation is complete and reflects actual practice (audit-ready at all times).
• Employees understand and follow safety procedures consistently.
• Leadership has clear visibility into safety risks and mitigation actions.
• No reliance on others to “own” safety—this role owns it end-to-end.

Benefits

• Generous Paid Time Off -- New Employees accrue up to 31 paid days off, including 15 flexible use PTO days, 10 paid holidays, 2 personal days, as well as the final week of the year.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance with medical premiums starting as low as $30 biweekly (must work 30+ hrs/week).
• Optional Life Critical Illness, Illness, and Pet Insurances available.
• 401k with immediate vesting and employer contributions of 3% gross salary following 1 year of service.
• 100% Employer Paid Benefits: Mental health coverage through Teledoc Mental Health that includes both therapists and psychiatrists.
• Roadside Assistance for all employees.
• Long Term Disability Insurance (must work 30+ hrs/week).
• Teledoc Health Coverage (if working <30 hrs/week).
• Vision, prescriptions, and entertainment discounts.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees