Safety Operations Manager

Empire Cat•Mesa, AZ

21h

About The Position

The Safety Operations Manager provides leadership, guidance, mentoring, training, and direction to the company and manages Safety Supervisors. The role works with operations to identify and evaluate potential hazards, forecast safety risks and associated costs, and communicate safety results, updates, and recommendations. The position also performs safety operational tasks as directed by the Environmental Health Safety Manager. The manager plans, implements, directs, coordinates, and evaluates industrial hygiene, occupational health, and safety programs. In partnership with operational leaders, the role develops facility strategies, supports emergency planning, manages incident notification and investigation, and promotes compliance with company standards and government regulations. The position leads the Safety Supervisors’ development and performance evaluations, supports safety communications and training, and helps build a culture of ownership and personal accountability. This is a safety-sensitive position that requires driving and compliance with applicable safety policies and required safety equipment. The work environment is usually office-moderate in noise, with occasional exposure to mechanical parts, heights, outdoor weather, wet or humid conditions, and extreme temperatures.

Requirements

At least 5 years of experience in Safety.
Bachelor’s degree in Safety, Business Management, or a related field.
Valid driver’s license.
Knowledge of a wide range of hazards, controls, and safety assessment methods.
Knowledge of physical, chemical, biological, and behavioral sciences; mathematics; business; training and educational techniques; engineering concepts; and relevant operations such as construction, manufacturing, and transportation.
Familiarity with state and federal regulations, including CAL-OSHA, OSHA, and MSHA.
Ability to analyze and synthesize information and make recommendations.
Ability to plan, organize, and lead programs effectively and efficiently.
Strong written and spoken communication skills, including persuasion and influence.
Action-oriented approach, sense of urgency, and energy and conviction to lead change and establish the company’s Safety Culture.
Ability to use experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals, with creativity and latitude.
Ability to meet applicable safety requirements and use all required safety equipment.
Acceptable attendance in accordance with company standards and requirements.
Ability to drive as required.
Ability to meet the physical demands of the role, including regularly sitting, using hands, and talking or hearing; frequently standing, walking, reaching, climbing or balancing, and stooping or kneeling; and occasionally lifting or moving up to 10 pounds.
Close vision.

Nice To Haves

Supervisory experience and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

Mentor managers and employees in developing safe work habits involving facilities, tooling, equipment, service trucks, and work processes.
Assist the EHS Manager in planning and managing a comprehensive safety and occupational health program to eliminate or control injury risks.
Plan, implement, direct, coordinate, and evaluate industrial hygiene, occupational health, and safety management programs.
Develop and lead EH&S facility strategies with Operational Managers.
Collaborate with management to develop an Emergency Action Plan and serve as the primary contact for project-site injury and incident notifications, investigations, and case management.
Maintain written logs of safety inspections, reports, and correspondence.
Identify, document, and monitor operational safety, health, and environmental hazards and share them with operational leadership.
Conduct self-assessments of safety, health, and environmental programs for compliance with company standards and government regulations, and assess their adequacy for local conditions.
Establish standards for personal protective equipment across operations.
Support Operations Leaders, HR, and Training in adherence to safety and training requirements, corporate initiatives, policies, and procedures.
Lead and facilitate the development and performance evaluations of Safety Supervisors.
Work with the Risk Manager to establish an Incident Review Committee and participate in investigations involving incidents, losses, infractions, workers’ compensation claims, and related expenses.
Develop regular safety communications and materials with HR, Marketing, and Operations as part of a formal annual safety communication plan.
Partner with Operations Management to understand environmental, health, and safety requirements and their operational impact.
Partner with Leadership and HR to develop job tasks, job hazard analyses, and work activities to control and prevent hazards, including those not governed by OSHA or MSHA standards.
Manage on-site vendor and contractor safety protocols, including chemical management.
Promote ownership and personal accountability for individual performance.
Work safely, follow applicable safety policies, and comply with company policies, procedures, and standards.
Demonstrate cross-functional communication while helping educate employees about and reinforce the foundational principles of Empire’s Safety Culture.
Work within and promote corporate values.