Safety Supervisor

Chart Industries•Tulsa, OK

About The Position

The Safety Supervisor manages all employees in the Safety department and indirectly supervises all employees regarding safety practices. The role oversees the Safety and Health function for the Hudson Operation, ensuring compliance with the company’s Safety Policy and applicable OSHA, state, local, and industry-specific regulations. The supervisor promotes workplace safety, conducts and reviews audits, supports incident investigations, and adapts safety practices to the needs of the manufacturing environment. The position directs safety orientation and job-specific training, skills training, emergency plans, and weekly safety meetings. It collects and analyzes safety data, reports concerns, reviews audit results, and develops procedures and guidance to improve workplace safety and prevent accidents. The role also coordinates with department managers, provides guidance on hazardous-material disposal and PPE, and manages staff performance and internal issues. This is a safety-sensitive position in moderate indoor office, moderate outdoor/shop, and noisy/loud shop environments. Shop work requires safety glasses, steel-toe shoes, ear plugs, and, when needed, gloves and a face shield; a hard hat is also required. The role regularly involves talking or hearing and frequently involves standing, walking, using hands, and reaching with hands and arms. Because the work involves heavy machinery, power tools, and potentially hazardous conditions, the employee must maintain heightened awareness and follow safety protocols to protect themselves and others. Chart offers full-time employees medical, dental, and vision benefits, a 401(k) with employer match, and disability and life insurance benefits.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Health and Safety or a similar field is preferred.
Three to five years of related experience and/or training in a manufacturing industry.
Management experience in Health and Safety is required.
Leadership and problem-solving/analysis skills.
Strong organizational skills and working knowledge of OSHA standards.
Ability to coordinate with department managers and develop procedures that meet company and industrial standards.
Ability to communicate effectively and accurately and write staff performance reviews.
Ability to perform the listed physical duties and follow safety protocols in a safety-sensitive environment.

Nice To Haves

CSP, CSM, or another related safety certification.
OSHA 10-hour and 30-hour general industry trainer certification is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

Direct, develop, and oversee general safety policies and procedures.
Ensure workplace compliance with OSHA and applicable state, local, and industry-specific regulations.
Manage the Safety and Health function in accordance with the company’s Safety Policy and promote employee health and safety at the Hudson Operation.
Ensure weekly safety audits are conducted and provide management with metrics for improvement.
Participate in and/or lead incident investigations to ensure compliance with safety standards.
Adapt safety practices to operational needs and address immediate concerns in the manufacturing environment.
Plan and direct safety orientation, skills training, emergency plans, and job-specific safety training.
Collect and analyze safety-related data to prevent workplace accidents and improve facility safety.
Coordinate with department managers to ensure safety standards meet company objectives.
Develop procedures to maintain consistent, high-quality departmental work that adheres to industrial and company standards.
Lead weekly safety meetings with supervisors and managers to promote company safety goals.
Promptly monitor and report significant safety concerns to managers for investigation.
Review and monitor audit results for continuous improvement and ensure safety remains a focus across departments.
Provide guidance on hazardous-material disposal and PPE standards, and assess ongoing equipment needs.
Communicate effectively and accurately, write staff performance reviews, and resolve internal issues promptly.
Perform other duties as assigned.