What are the responsibilities and job description for the Health, Safety & OSHA Compliance Manager position at JobsRUs.com?
JobsRUs.com is seeking an experienced Health, Safety OSHA Compliance Manager for a direct-hire opportunity with a manufacturing client specializing in stainless steel processing, including slitting, polishing, and blanking.
The successful candidate will be responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining workplace health and safety programs while ensuring compliance with applicable OSHA regulations and other federal, state, and local requirements.
This role will lead safety initiatives throughout the manufacturing facility, focusing on machine guarding, lockout/tagout (LOTO), forklift and overhead crane safety, coil handling, personal protective equipment (PPE), chemical safety, industrial hygiene, incident investigations, and employee safety training.
Key Responsibilities
Ensure compliance with OSHA 29 CFR 1910 regulations and OSHA recordkeeping requirements, including OSHA 300 Logs.
Develop and maintain machine safety and guarding programs.
Manage Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures.
Oversee forklift, powered industrial truck, overhead crane, and below-the-hook equipment safety.
Maintain PPE programs and ensure proper employee use.
Manage hazard communication and chemical safety programs.
Coordinate industrial hygiene assessments and exposure controls.
Lead incident investigations, root-cause analysis, and corrective actions.
Develop and deliver employee safety training.
Conduct routine safety inspections, audits, and risk assessments.
Maintain emergency preparedness and response procedures.
Track safety KPIs, incident trends, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Coordinate regulatory compliance with applicable OSHA requirements, U.S. EPA, Illinois EPA (IEPA), state and local authorities, and other relevant agencies.
Support ISO 9001 Quality Management System, ISO 14001 Environmental Management System, and occupational health and safety management system initiatives.
Manage contractor safety programs and promote employee engagement.
Build and maintain a proactive workplace safety culture.
Education Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in one of the following fields:
Occupational Safety
Environmental Health Safety (EHS)
Engineering
A related technical field
Experience Requirements
Minimum of 5 years of experience in manufacturing safety, EHS, and OSHA compliance.
Experience in metal or steel manufacturing is strongly preferred.
Hands-on knowledge of OSHA regulations and industrial safety programs.
Experience with machine guarding, LOTO, material handling equipment, incident investigations, and safety training.
Preferred Certifications
Certified Safety Professional (CSP)
Associate Safety Professional (ASP)
OSHA safety training or other relevant safety certifications