Safety Manager

Compass Group•Charlotte, NC

39d•$114,000 - $124,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Safety Manager is responsible for developing and overseeing food and workplace safety regulations, policies, and procedures for Compass@client food spaces. The Safety Manager will help to develop, implement and enforce security and food safety standards, policies, and programs including HACCP, SQF, and GFSI, regulatory audits, food safety training programs, standard operating procedures (SOP’s), product inspections, standardized work instructions, and OSHA compliance. In addition to this, this individual will be responsible for effectively leading the implementation and execution of the company’s safety strategy placing a strong emphasis on continuous improvement and preventive measures.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Occupational Safety, Environmental Health, Risk Management, or equivalent experience.
5+ years of experience in safety leadership, preferably in multi-site operations.
Strong knowledge of OSHA, EPA, DOT, and workers' compensation processes.
Excellent communication, training, and leadership skills.
Ability to influence without direct authority and drive organizational change.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual (English/Spanish) a plus.

Responsibilities

Analyze injury and claims data to identify trends and develop targeted action plans to reduce financial impact.
Prioritize units with rising injury rates and implement corrective strategies to improve performance.
Leverage financial and workers' compensation reporting to determine focus areas and resource allocation.
Respond promptly and professionally to customer concerns related to health and safety.
Facilitate Contractor Orientation classes to ensure compliance and safe onboarding of third-party partners.
Conduct comprehensive facility inspections to ensure compliance with OSHA, state, federal, and Compass/Eurest standards.
Provide written reports, recommendations, and follow-up actions to management.
Support ongoing safety awareness and incentive programs to reinforce safe behaviors.
Partner with Compass Risk Management to enhance loss prevention and control programs.
Deliver training to promote safe work practices, regulatory compliance, and injury prevention.
Lead safety meetings, presentations, and conference calls to reinforce expectations and share best practices.
Serve as a coach and mentor to managers and frontline employees, strengthening safety ownership across all levels.
Ensure adherence to OSHA, DOT, EPA, and all applicable federal, state, and local regulations.
Implement and enforce Compass/Eurest safety policies and procedures.