Compliance Manager

Location: Dyersville, IA
Job Type: Full-Time

ESAPCO is seeking an experienced Safety & Compliance Manager to lead safety, environmental, and compliance initiatives across our manufacturing and warehouse operations. This position plays a key role in developing and maintaining a safe, healthy, and compliant work environment.

The Safety & Compliance Manager will work closely with leadership, managers, supervisors, and team members to identify safety risks, implement effective programs, ensure regulatory compliance, and promote a strong safety culture throughout the organization.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain company safety programs, handbooks, policies, and procedures.
• Ensure compliance with applicable OSHA, EPA, DNR, state, and local regulations.
• Conduct weekly safety walk-throughs and audits to identify potential hazards and recommend corrective actions.
• Follow up with managers and supervisors to ensure identified safety concerns are addressed.
• Participate in accident, incident, and near-miss investigations.
• Perform root cause analysis and develop corrective action plans to prevent future incidents.
• Maintain OSHA logs and complete required OSHA reporting.
• Inspect manufacturing, warehouse, and office facilities for existing or potential safety and health hazards.
• Develop and deliver safety training for new and current team members.
• Create and implement new safety programs based on operational and regulatory needs.
• Perform or coordinate industrial hygiene sampling as needed.
• Prepare and maintain safety reports, files, and regulatory records.
• Oversee the administration of the workers' compensation program with a focus on reducing lost-time incidents and claims.
• Participate in accident and injury investigations and assist with workers' compensation hearings, insurance investigations, and related matters.
• Serve as an active member of the company Safety Committee.
• Manage and coordinate internal first responders.
• Work with outside safety and compliance organizations to obtain certifications required for new business opportunities.
• Partner with the VP of Operations on initiatives related to ISO 9000 certification.
• Support continuous improvement and lean manufacturing initiatives.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• 2 years of experience in safety, environmental compliance, or risk management, preferably in a manufacturing or construction environment.
• Knowledge of OSHA regulations and workplace safety requirements.
• Experience working with OSHA, EPA, and DNR regulations or agencies preferred. Completion of OSHA compliance training required.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and deliver safety and compliance training programs.
• Excellent organizational, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
• Experience with ERP software preferred.
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing techniques is a plus.
• Ability to work flexible hours as needed.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Safety, Compliance, Risk Management, Operations, or a related field; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and relevant experience.
• 2–5 years of related safety and/or compliance experience in a manufacturing or construction environment preferred.

Join Our Team

If you are a hands-on safety professional who enjoys building strong safety programs, partnering with operations, and creating a safety-conscious workplace, we encourage you to apply.

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person