Senior Manager, Safety & Compliance - Large Capital

fairlife•Coopersville, MI

2h•Onsite

About The Position

The Senior Manager, Safety and Compliance, Capital Projects will be a key part of the fairlife Corporate EHS Team working directly within our Capital Projects team. The primary objective of this role is to protect the health and well-being of all personnel on our project jobsites by ensuring strict compliance with EHS regulations. They will act as a vital bridge between project management and field crews to foster a culture of accountability and proactive risk prevention, fostering a culture of caring where safety, health and environment are ingrained as a core value, achieving world-class performance in support of highly efficient, low-cost operations via a Zero incident mindset. In addition, they’ll act as a Safety SME, they will provide deep, specialized knowledge to guide strategy, influence policy, and solve complex hazard challenges for our organization in alignment with our corporate policies and common practices.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science Degree in Occupational Health and Safety, Construction Management, Engineering, related field or at least 7 - 10 years of experience that is directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified for a Construction Safety professional/ Safety SME in an industrial/manufacturing setting
Skilled in organizing resources, establishing priorities, and meeting critical deadlines with the ability to maintain confidentiality of records and information while making administrative and procedural decisions and judgments with this information
Ability to translate highly technical safety data into actionable insights for both executives and floor-level staff while also identifying and mitigating obscure and high-hazard risks
Excellent oral and written communication skills, with the ability to develop and deliver presentations with a strong return on investment mindset for all EHS initiatives
Skilled in examining and re-engineering operations and procedures, formulating policy, and developing and implementing new strategies and procedures
Knowledge and understanding of federal and state environmental laws, regulations, procedures, and standards

Nice To Haves

Professional certifications in EHS-related fields are considered beneficial and may include Construction Health and Safety Technician (CHST), Certified Safety Professional (CSP), Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH), OSHA 30-Hr Construction Safety Certification, NFPA 70E Certified Electrical Safety Compliance Professional (CESCP), National Examination Board in Occupational Safety and Health (NEBOSH)

Responsibilities

Develop and implement site-specific safety plans, emergency protocols, and hazard mitigation strategies before and during all project phases. Review the plan regularly with the General Contractors (GCs) and Project team for any necessary updates
Ensure compliance with all Federal, State, and local EHS laws and regulations, including Coca-Cola KORE requirements and all applicable reporting submissions. Maintain up‑to‑date knowledge of regulatory changes and communicate impacts to project leadership
Provide safety‑by‑design guidance during engineering and pre‑construction phases, advising leadership and design teams on risk‑reduction strategies, code requirements, and safe constructability considerations
Partner with GCs to develop effective contractor safety orientations, recurring "toolbox talks," and specialized training on equipment operation and personal protective equipment (PPE). Revise processes and procedures as necessary to improve program effectiveness and support a zero-incident objective
Lead investigations of injuries, environmental events, property damage, and near‑miss incidents using structured root‑cause analysis. Develop and track corrective actions to prevent recurrence and share lessons learned across teams
In partnership with FCs, maintain a strong field presence by conducting site walk‑throughs to monitor work practices, housekeeping, and evolving hazards. Provide coaching, mentoring, and real‑time feedback to reinforce safe behaviors and support a proactive safety culture
Partner with project managers and subcontractors to align safety goals with production schedules and budgets, ensuring safety considerations are embedded in operational decisions
Lead internal and external audits for inspections of tools, machinery, and working conditions to identify and address deficiencies and ensure adherence to federal, state and local standards
Act as the "go-to" person for interpreting complex regulations (e.g., OSHA, NFPA, ISO 45001) and resolving technical safety issues by providing technical guidance and support across the enterprise
Lead advanced risk assessments, hazard analyses, and root cause investigations for high-consequence incidents (e.g. FMEA, PHA, HAZOP, Fault Tree Analysis) throughout all phases of a project, ensuring implementation of mitigation measures
Develop, write, review, and approve technical safety procedures such as Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), electrical safety, confined space entry, hot work, and process hazard controls, ensuring procedures and protocols are tailored to specific conditions through the project/site

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, effective day one!
Supplemental health plans (hospital indemnity, accident, and critical illness insurance)
Paid Time Off to recharge and support work-life balance
Paid parental leave & adoption assistance (up to $10,000)
Parental support & family care benefits, including childcare resources and lactation support
401(k) to support retirement planning with up to 9% in employer match
Wellness reimbursement (up to $500 for qualified wellbeing expenses)
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for emotional wellbeing and work-life support
Company-paid life insurance and short-term disability
Employer HSA funding (for HDHP participants)
Tuition reimbursement (up to $10,000) and student loan repayment ($200/month)
Learning & development programs to unlock your full potential
Rewards & recognition, matching gifts, free product, and Business Resource Groups