Safety Manager
Job Description
We’re partnering with a respected, family-owned custom food company that has built its reputation on quality, safety, and innovation. This organization is seeking a proactive Safety Manager to oversee a 3rd party sanitation company/process and drive performance through leadership, accountability, and floor presence.
If you're a hands-on Safety leader ready to take ownership of facility safety in a fast-paced food manufacturing environment, this role could be a strong fit. You'll have the opportunity to lead and enhance workplace safety programs, ensuring compliance, reducing risk, and building a culture of safety across the operation.
What You’ll Own:
- Lead all health and safety programs and ensure compliance with OSHA and other regulatory standards
- Conduct facility safety audits, inspections, and job hazard analyses to proactively identify and resolve risks
- Champion incident investigations and root cause analysis, driving corrective and preventative actions
- Own all safety-related documentation, including OSHA logs, training records, inspection reports, and SOPs
- Design and deliver engaging safety training programs for all shifts and departments—own new hire orientation through ongoing development
- Monitor, track, and report key safety performance metrics; make data-driven recommendations to leadership
- Lead emergency response planning and act as the point person during crises or unexpected safety events
- Partner with Operations, Maintenance, HR, and other departments to embed safety into all workflows and decision-making
- Serve as the visible, go-to resource on the floor for safety coaching, leadership, and accountability
What’s in It for You:
- A critical leadership role with a direct impact on people, performance, and safety culture
- The chance to build and shape safety processes in an organization that values continuous improvement
- Visibility with senior leadership and the opportunity to make your mark in a collaborative environment
- A team-oriented culture where hands-on leadership is recognized and rewarded
What We’re Looking For:
- Proven experience leading safety in a food manufacturing or industrial environment
- In-depth knowledge of OSHA regulations and best practices in workplace safety
- Strong communication and leadership skills—comfortable on the floor and in the boardroom
- A data-driven mindset with the ability to analyze performance and drive continuous improvement
- Bachelor's degree in Occupational Safety, Industrial Hygiene, or a related field preferred