Safety Manager – Compliance & Systems

At Burwell Material Handling, we’re all about people — our team, our customers, and the communities we serve. What started as C & B Material Handling has grown into Burwell because of the people behind it. Every employee, every connection, and every customer relationship helped shape who we are today. We’ve built our reputation by delivering reliable equipment solutions, automation systems, and industrial sales and rentals with a personal touch—and we’re proud of the team that makes it all happen.

We’re growing, and we’re looking for forward-thinking, motivated teammates who want to help build something meaningful—where your contributions count, and your voice is heard.

About The Role

We’re hiring a Safety Manager - Compliance & Systems to strengthen and oversee our safety programs across multiple regions. In this key role, you’ll lead compliance efforts, manage third-party platforms, and collaborate with field teams to drive a consistent, proactive safety culture. You’ll have the autonomy to shape systems and work alongside leaders who value your expertise. If you're passionate about safety and ready to make a real impact, we would love to hear from you!

What You’ll Do

• Develop and maintain safety programs aligned with OSHA, DOT, EPA, and customer requirements.
• Lead safety audits, site inspections, risk assessments, and compliance reporting.
• Design, implement, and manage safety training programs, including ISNetworld and Avetta requirements.
• Manage third-party compliance platforms and regulatory reporting (OSHA 300 logs, DOT filings).
• Track and report safety data and trends (TRIR, DART, training compliance).
• Lead investigations of incidents and near misses; conduct root cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Collaborate with the Safety Operations Manager to align field practices with company policies.
• Serve as the main point of contact for inspections, audits, and compliance issues.
• Represent safety in company meetings and support safety-related initiatives.
• Partner with HR and Operations leadership to promote a proactive safety culture.
  
  

Skills & Experience We’re Looking For

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in safety compliance or industrial/field safety.
• Strong knowledge of OSHA, DOT, EPA regulations and safety management systems.
• Experience with platforms like ISNetworld or Avetta preferred.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Strong collaboration and cross-functional coordination abilities.
• Certified Safety Professional (CSP) or willingness to pursue certification required.
• Bachelor’s degree in occupational health and safety, environmental health, or related field preferred.
• Willingness to travel regionally (approx. 20%–30%).
  
  

Benefits

All offers are contingent on passing a pre-employment drug test and background check. Burwell Material Handling is a drug-free workplace.

• Competitive pay based on experience
• Excellent benefits starting day one – Medical, Dental, Vision, Accident, Short-Term Disability, Life Insurance, and 401K with Company Match
• Progressive Paid Time Off and Holidays – starting with 3 weeks PTO in your first year
• Paid parental leave for moms and dads
• Opportunities for growth and internal promotion
• Annual Community Impact Day – paid volunteer time in the places we work and live
  
  

We are committed to fair, consistent treatment and providing equal growth opportunities for all team members. Burwell Material Handling is an equal opportunity employer as defined by federal, state, or local law.