Safety Manager

Cardinal Glass Industries•Durant, OK

69d•Onsite

About The Position

The Safety Manager will support a 24/7 manufacturing process, requiring availability on nights and weekends. This role involves interacting with shifts, observing operations, and analyzing data to inspire good performance. The Safety Manager will serve as the site safety compliance manager, leading incident investigations, conducting audits, developing and administering OSHA programs, managing safety initiatives, and tracking certifications. They will also manage the site's safety, setting goals, running reports, interpreting data for improvements, leading safety meetings, conducting program reviews, assessing PPE needs, and overseeing safety shoe and eyeglass programs. Additionally, the role includes conducting safety training, managing the Worker’s Compensation program, serving as an employee resource, collaborating with others, and developing skills for future responsibilities. The Safety Manager will also help accomplish plant goals by developing aligned objectives in areas such as safety, quality, production, teamwork, initiative, development, and attendance.

Requirements

Bachelor’s in Safety or related field, or equivalent experience in management or safety.
Knowledgeable in the instruction of required OSHA training.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Able to comfortably speak in front of large groups.
Ability to influence others in making recommendations for improvement.
Strong skills in organizing and tracking large quantities of data.
Ability to log data into and retrieve reports from various HRIS systems and safety tracking software.
Proficient in safety-related computer programs and Microsoft Office products.
Ability to interpret and understand manufacturing-required OSHA regulations.

Nice To Haves

Experience with behavior-based safety programs is helpful.

Responsibilities

Support a 24/7 manufacturing process, including availability on nights and weekends.
Interact with shifts, observe operations, and check data to inspire good performance.
Serve as site safety compliance manager.
Lead incident and near miss investigation processes.
Lead SCOPE audits for Cardinal FG Portage and participate in audits of other plants as needed.
Develop and administer the site’s OSHA programs.
Manage the plant’s safety audit process and behavior-based safety initiatives.
Implement programs as required by OSHA regulations.
Track all course and certification completions.
Log data for any incidents into the Velocity EHS software.
Conduct OSHA safety checks and walk-arounds.
Maintain the OSHA 300 log.
Manage site safety by working with other managers to set safety goals.
Run reports to assist in decision-making and interpret data to identify areas for improvement.
Lead plant-wide safety meetings and act as a liaison to staff.
Conduct monthly reviews of safety programs and checklists, ensuring annual updates.
Track checklist completions in a database.
Annually conduct PPE assessments to research, source, and ensure PPE needs are met.
Keep site managers informed of safety practices and records.
Oversee the safety shoe and eyeglass programs.
Manage the safety training process and provide training on various safety topics.
Administer and conduct OSHA-required testing (e.g., hearing, lung capacity).
Manage the Worker’s Compensation program, including working with providers, completing incident reporting, and coordinating safe return-to-work programs.
Serve as an employee resource by answering questions, being approachable, trustworthy, and respecting employees.
Write monthly newsletter articles on safety concerns and company/industry updates.
Collaborate in production and department meetings, sharing information from the safety area.
Act as a member of plant committees requiring safety support or decision-making.
Implement best practices from other Cardinal facilities and communicate with counterparts.
Work with managers to assess future training needs.
Provide training for managers and supervisors to improve safety culture.
Prepare self for increased responsibilities over time and continue learning.
Keep a back-up trained for this position.
Develop and deliver training within the area of expertise.
Oversee and administer the safety recognition plan.
Present information and answer questions at employee meetings.
Develop and accomplish goals that align with department and plant objectives in areas such as safety, quality, production, teamwork, initiative, development, and attendance.