Safety Manager

If you’re looking for a special place to build or grow your career, you’ve found it. Whether you’re an experienced professional, a recent college graduate or somewhere in between, IDEX is a place where you can apply your existing skills and learn new ones in an environment where you can make an impact. With interesting opportunities in engineering, marketing, sales, supply chain, operations, HR, finance, and more across more than 40 diverse businesses around the globe, chances are, we have something special for you. SUMMARY OF JOB RESPONSIBILITIES: The Health and Safety Manager is responsible for developing, implementing, and leading comprehensive safety programs that ensure a safe, compliant, and proactive work environment for employees, contractors, and visitors. This role drives a “safety-first” culture through strategic planning, risk mitigation, and engaging training initiatives, while ensuring compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations (e.g., OSHA standards). REPORTING TO: Global Director of HR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Policy & Program Leadership: Develop, implement, and maintain site-specific health and safety plans, policies, and SOPs in alignment with OSHA, ISO, and IATF standards. Training & Development: Design and deliver mandatory and ongoing safety training for all levels of staff, covering topics such as LOTO, machine guarding, HazCom, PPE, and emergency response. Maintain accurate training records and collaborate with HR and managers on skill matrix updates. Risk Assessment & Mitigation: Conduct regular inspections and risk assessments to identify hazards (chemical, physical, ergonomic, biological) and implement corrective actions promptly. Incident Investigation: Lead investigations of accidents, injuries, and near misses to determine root causes, manage corrective actions, and oversee workers’ compensation claims. Compliance & Reporting: Ensure audit readiness and maintain accurate documentation, including OSHA 300 logs and regulatory reports. Safety Culture Advocacy: Act as the primary safety contact, lead safety committees, and partner with leadership to embed safety into daily operations. Equipment Safety: Oversee inspections and maintenance of machinery and safety equipment to ensure compliance and proper use. Continuous Improvement: Analyze safety data and trends to drive performance improvements and implement best practices. Performs other related duties as assigned. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform this job successfully. Proven experience developing and integrating safety training into operational procedures. Familiarity with Human & Organizational Performance (HOP) principles or Behavior-Based Safety (BBS) programs. Demonstrated ability to effectively manage light-duty assignments and return-to-work programs. Strong knowledge of OSHA and applicable federal, state, and local regulations. Proficiencent in risk assessment, root cause analysis, and safety management systems. Strong leadership, problem-solving abilities, and attention to detail are essential. Excellent interpersonal and presentation skills with the ability to influence and engage teams at all levels. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety and Health, Environmental Health and Safety, Industrial Hygiene, or related field (or equivalent experience), required. 3–5 years in a dedicated safety role within manufacturing or heavy industry, required. Certified Safety Professional (CSP), Associate Safety Professional (ASP), Graduate Safety Practitioner (GSP), or other relevant credentials (e.g., OHST, CIH), preferred. KEY COMPETENCIES: To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies: Safety and Security: The individual actively promotes and personally observes all safety procedures. The individual complies with Environmental, Safety, and Hazardous Communications requirements. Operational Excellence: The individual is dedicated to providing organizational systems for measuring work. The individual seeks to reduce variances in organizational processes. Interpersonal Skills: The individual remains open to other ideas and exhibits a willingness to try new things. Relationships with Others: The individual works effectively with others, including superiors and colleagues. The employee exhibits a professional manner in dealing with others and works to maintain constructive working relationships. Problem Solving: The individual participates in the continuous improvement process by attending meetings and presenting problems and possible solutions to the appropriate personnel. Communication and Contact: The individual communicates effectively both verbally and written with superiors, colleagues, and individuals inside and outside the Company. Planning/Organizing: The individual prioritizes and plans work activities, uses time efficiently, and develops realistic action plans. Quality Control: The individual demonstrates accuracy, thoroughness, and monitors their own work to ensure quality. The individual delivers the highest quality products that meet the requirements of internal and external customers. Adaptability: The individual adapts to changes in the work environment, manages competing demands and is able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events. Dependability: The individual is consistently at work and on time, follows instructions, responds to management direction, and solicits feedback to improve performance. The individual completes all duties as assigned, trains as required, and rotates into other departments as required. Proven experience developing and integrating safety training into operational procedures. Familiarity with Human & Organizational Performance (HOP) principles or Behavior-Based Safety (BBS) programs. Demonstrated ability to effectively manage light-duty assignments and return-to-work programs. Strong knowledge of OSHA and applicable federal, state, and local regulations. Proficiency in risk assessment, root cause analysis, and safety management systems. Excellent interpersonal and presentation skills with the ability to influence and engage teams at all levels. Are you ready to join a different kind of company where our people, our culture, and our commitments are centered around providing trusted solutions that improve lives around the world? Total Rewards The compensation range for this position is $83,800.00 - $125,800.00, depending on experience. This position may be eligible for performance based bonus plan. Benefits Package Our comprehensive U.S. benefit offerings include: Health benefits, 401(k) retirement savings program with company match, PTO, and more. More information on our benefits and rewards can be found on our career page: https://www.idexcorp.com/careers/our-benefits-and-rewards/ IDEX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. IDEX gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, creed, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other consideration or protected category made unlawful by federal, state or local laws. Attention Applicants: If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, please let us know. Likewise, if you are limited in the ability to access or use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying, we will determine an alternate way for you to apply. Please contact our Talent Acquisition Team at lfcareers@idexcorp.com for assistance with an accommodation. These contact tools may be used only by individuals with a disability for accommodation requests. Do not inquire as to the status of an application. IDEX (NYSE: IEX) is a company that has undoubtedly touched your life in some way. In fact, IDEX businesses make thousands of products that are mission-critical components in everyday activities. Chances are the car you’re driving has a BAND-IT® clamp holding your side airbag safely in place. If you were ever in a car accident, a Hurst Jaws of Life® rescue tool may have saved your life. If you or a family member is battling cancer, your doctor may have tested your DNA in a quest to find the best targeted medicine for you. It’s likely your DNA test was run on equipment that contains components made by our growing IDEX Health & Science team.

Salary : $83,800 - $125,800