Safety Program Manager
About The Position
The Safety Program Manager is a facility-level industrial Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) leader responsible for leading, implementing, and sustaining a comprehensive Safety, Health, and Environmental (SHE) program aligned with Reworld standards. Reporting to the Regional Safety Manager and Facility Manager, this role emphasizes OSHA compliance, safety management, environmental stewardship, and daily partnership with operations and maintenance teams. The role covers strategic, tactical, and transformational safety leadership, including regulatory compliance, safety policy implementation, training, incident investigation, OSHA Voluntary Protection Program activities, and continuous improvement. The manager oversees employee safety training and supports daily safety and health activities to promote safe, reliable, and compliant operations. The position may also involve cross-facility collaboration, mentoring other Safety Program Managers, and participation in enterprise-wide safety initiatives.
Requirements
- Two to four or more years of occupational health and safety experience.
- Working knowledge of OSHA 1910, OSHA 1926, and applicable state safety regulations.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Visio.
- Ability to walk, stand, sit, and climb ladders and stairs.
- Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
- Ability to work at heights and in confined spaces.
- Ability to qualify for and wear a full-face respirator.
- Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
- Ability to perform the role’s duties and responsibilities while upholding Reworld’s values, including contributing to a safe and inclusive workplace, delivering results through trust, and building breakthrough capabilities.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor’s degree in Safety, Occupational Health, Environmental Science, Engineering, or a related discipline; equivalent industrial experience will be considered.
- Experience in industrial manufacturing, thermomechanical treatment (TTF) operations, power generation, utilities, chemical processing, materials recovery, recycling, or other heavy industrial environments.
- Experience supporting operations and maintenance activities within an industrial facility.
- Professional safety certifications such as ASP, CSP, OHST, or CHST.
- Strong interpersonal, coaching, and communication skills.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities focused on operational excellence and risk reduction.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced industrial environment.
- Self-directed, action-oriented leadership, strong ethical standards, and personal accountability.
- Ability to lead through influence and achieve results independently and through teams.
- Ability to act as a change agent, challenge the status quo, and drive meaningful improvement.
Responsibilities
- Lead and manage the facility’s Safety, Health, and Environmental programs, demonstrating a visible commitment to safety excellence and injury-free operations.
- Ensure compliance with applicable OSHA 1910 and 1926 regulations, permits, Reworld safety requirements, and OSHA Voluntary Protection Program initiatives where applicable.
- Monitor program effectiveness using KPIs, audits, field observations, and inspections; implement corrective actions and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Lead accident, near-miss, first-aid, recordable, vehicle, and contractor incident investigations, including scene security, medical response coordination, root cause analysis, and corrective action implementation.
- Maintain complete, accurate, and compliant safety records, logs, reports, and regulatory documentation.
- Manage the facility safety training program, including required training, alerts, bulletins, procedures, and contractor compliance requirements.
- Educate, coach, and motivate employees and contractors on safe work practices; recognize positive behaviors and address unsafe conditions and acts.
- Partner with facility leadership to oversee contractor and temporary worker safety performance, qualifications, training, tools, and equipment.
- Serve as the primary contact for occupational health and medical surveillance programs, including physical examinations, hearing conservation, respirator evaluations, and other required monitoring.
- Support facility environmental compliance, including inspections, permit requirements, reporting obligations, and applicable federal, state, and local regulations.
- Lead safety committees and collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement and strengthen safety culture.
- Potentially support cross-facility collaboration, mentor other Safety Program Managers, and participate in enterprise-wide safety initiatives.
Benefits
- Sign-on bonus.
- Comprehensive medical and prescription drug coverage for regular full-time U.S.-based employees.
- Dental and vision coverage.
- Flexible spending account (FSA) and health savings account (HSA).
- Short- and long-term disability benefits.
- 401(k) plan with up to 7% company match.
- Company-paid life and AD&D insurance.
- Employee assistance program (EAP).
- Paid parental leave.
- Educational assistance.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
