Safety & Compliance Manager | Multi-Site Leadership Role

Owen Industries (OII) – Carter Lake, IA (Omaha Metro) | Full-Time | Exempt | Mon–Fri

Lead Safety Culture Across a Multi-Division Steel Manufacturing Organization.

Owen Industries is a decades-long leader in the steel industry — and we're looking for a Safety and Compliance Manager who is ready to own our safety programs across multiple manufacturing sites. This is a high-visibility, high-impact role reporting directly to the HR Director, with responsibility for developing, implementing, and driving safety and regulatory compliance across our entire organization.

If you're a seasoned safety professional who leads with data, earns trust on the plant floor, and knows how to build a culture where safety isn't just a program — it's a way of working — this is the opportunity you've been looking for.

The Details

• Location: Carter Lake, IA (Near Downtown Omaha) — primary base
• Travel: Occasional travel to facilities in Sioux City, IA | Fargo, ND | Wahoo, NE
• Schedule: Monday–Friday, standard business hours with flexibility as needed
• Reports to: HR Director

What You'll Do

Program Development & Implementation

• Develop, implement, and continuously monitor comprehensive safety and compliance programs across all Owen Industries manufacturing sites
• Maintain and update safety documentation, policies, and procedures to align with current regulations and industry best practices

Regulatory Compliance

• Ensure adherence to OSHA, EPA, DOT, and all applicable federal, state, and local regulations
• Serve as the primary point of contact for regulatory agencies, external audits, and compliance reviews

Risk Assessment & Incident Management

• Conduct regular audits, inspections, and risk assessments to identify hazards and ensure corrective actions are implemented promptly
• Lead investigations of accidents and near-miss incidents, perform root cause analysis, and drive corrective and preventive action to closure

Training & Culture

• Design and deliver safety training programs for employees, supervisors, and leadership at all levels
• Champion a proactive safety culture through effective communication, recognition programs, and meaningful employee involvement initiatives

Performance Monitoring & Reporting

• Track, analyze, and report safety performance metrics to senior leadership
• Recommend and implement data-driven improvement strategies based on trends and outcomes

Collaboration & Leadership

• Partner with plant and local leadership to integrate safety practices into daily operations and continuous improvement processes
• Lead and participate in cross-functional safety committees and company-wide initiatives

Emergency Preparedness

• Oversee emergency response planning and coordinate regular drills across all locations

What We're Looking For

• 3 - 5 years of safety and compliance experience in a manufacturing environment — multi-site experience strongly preferred
• Bachelor's degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Science, Industrial Engineering, or a related field; equivalent experience considered
• Deep working knowledge of OSHA, EPA, DOT, and other applicable safety regulations
• Professional certifications (CSP, CIH, CHMM, or equivalent) strongly preferred
• Proven track record of building and sustaining safety programs that produce measurable results
• Strong leadership presence — you can influence plant floor employees and senior leadership alike
• Excellent communication and organizational skills — written, verbal, and in front of a group
• Comfortable with occasional travel to multi-state facilities
• Data-driven mindset with demonstrated success executing strategic safety initiatives
• A self-starter who takes ownership, stands behind decisions, and doesn't wait to be told what needs to be fixed

What's In It For You

✅ High-visibility role with direct access to HR Director and senior leadership ✅ Broad organizational scope — influence across multiple divisions and sites✅ Health, Dental & Vision insurance✅ Life/AD&D and Short & Long-Term Disability coverage✅ 401(k) with company match✅ PTO and paid holidays — accrual begins immediately ✅ Wellness program with premium incentives ✅ Support for professional certifications and continuing education✅ Opportunities for career growth within Owen Industries

Benefits begin the 1st of the month after 30 days of employment.

Why Owen Industries?

Owen Industries is a multi-division steel manufacturing organization with facilities spanning Iowa, Nebraska, and North Dakota. We've built our reputation on precision, excellence, and a genuine commitment to our people — and safety is central to that commitment. This role puts you at the forefront of that effort to make a real difference across our entire organization.

🇺🇸 Veterans — You Belong Here

The discipline, leadership, and mission-driven mindset you developed in service translate directly to this kind of multi-site safety leadership role. Owen Industries is proud to be a Veteran-friendly employer committed to providing opportunities and a supportive environment for those who have served.

Apply Now

Safety leadership roles at this level — with this scope and this compensation — don't come around often. Apply today and let's talk about what you bring to the table.

Owen is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs — without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.