Site Safety Leader

Sub-Zero and Wolf•Cedar Rapids, IA

36d•Onsite

About The Position

Sub-Zero, Wolf, and Cove-the leading manufacturer of luxury kitchen appliances-is a family-owned company known for craftsmanship, innovation, and integrity. Our products are found in the world's most luxurious homes, and behind them are teams of people who live our values every day. At our new Cedar Rapids facility, we're building something special-a culture rooted in Safety First Always, operational excellence, and ownership. We do what's right, take pride in our work, and continuously seek to improve. We win together through teamwork, accountability, and a passion for results. And we bring the energy-showing up with a positive mindset and a commitment to creating a workplace where people feel valued, motivated, and inspired. The Safety Leader role is a unique opportunity to shape safety culture at a greenfield startup. This individual will lead the development and execution of safety systems, ensure compliance, and champion a proactive approach to risk reduction. More than compliance, this role is about building a learning organization where safety is everyone's responsibility.

Responsibilities

Develop and implement safety programs, policies, and procedures aligned with OSHA and company standards.
Partner with operations and engineering to ensure safe design and installation of new equipment and processes.
Lead safety onboarding for all new team members, embedding principles of hazard recognition and error reduction.
Establish systems for reporting, investigating, and learning from incidents and near misses.
Drive a culture of safety ownership across all levels of the organization.
Conduct audits, risk assessments, and lead root cause investigations with a focus on learning and improvement-not blame.
Facilitate safety training, including compliance, technical, and readiness programs.
Serve as a coach and resource for leaders and team members on safety practices and decision-making.
Monitor and analyze safety performance metrics to guide continuous improvement.