Safety Manager

There’s never been a better time to join Stratus! As the market leader in brand implementation and maintenance, we transform how national brands connect with their customers. From exterior signage & interior branding to site refresh & remodel, from energy & lighting to repair & maintenance solutions, we deliver ideal solutions to meet all our client's branding needs.

From our locations across the country, to our corporate headquarters in Mentor, Ohio, every employee is a stakeholder in Stratus’ success. This environment offers endless career opportunities for individuals with a commitment to customer service, focus on execution and bias for action.

Summary

At Stratus, our continued success depends on a proactive and engaged team, and that begins with safety. As the front-line communicator and interactive observer, the Safety Manager will work closely with plant leadership and frontline teams to identify risks, implement solutions, and champion a culture of continuous improvement. This is a full-time, onsite role based in Lexington, SC, where your presence will directly impact how we create, transport, and deliver success to our clients every day.

In this role, you won’t just enforce safety, you’ll lead it. You’ll be a key partner in shaping how safety is embedded into our operations, influencing behaviors, and driving accountability at every level. Your ability to connect with people, spot opportunities for improvement, and implement practical, lasting solutions will be essential to our mission of protecting our people while delivering operational excellence.

Duties & Responsibilities

Regulatory Compliance & Risk Mitigation

• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of OSHA, NIOSH, DOT, DOL, and other applicable safety regulations.
• Serve as the local liaison with regulatory agencies, ensuring compliance and managing inspections professionally.
• Conduct regular audits, inspections, and risk assessments to identify hazards and recommend corrective actions.
• Develop and maintain equipment-specific training and certification programs for high-risk roles and powered vehicles, in partnership with Learning & Development.
• Lead investigations of safety incidents and near-misses, ensuring thorough root cause analysis and corrective action implementation.

Safety Program Development & Implementation

• Partner with the Director, Safety and plant leadership to develop and implement comprehensive safety programs tailored to manufacturing operations.
• Facilitate onsite safety training, toolbox talks, and emergency preparedness drills.
• Maintain accurate safety documentation, training records, and compliance logs.

Culture & Engagement

• Promote a culture of safety ownership through daily engagement with employees and supervisors.
• Conduct informal safety reviews and formal inspections to identify behavioral and physical safety improvement opportunities.
• Collaborate with facility management to build a cooperative partnership in risk identification and mitigation.

Metrics & Reporting

• Track and report key safety performance indicators (KPIs) to plant and corporate leadership.
• Share findings and recommendations with Safety and Operational leadership to support continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; Bachelor’s degree in Safety, Environmental Health, or related field preferred.
• 5 years of experience in safety, manufacturing leadership, or a related field preferred.
• OSHA 10 required; 30-hour OSHA card required within 12 months of employment.
• CPR/First Aid/AED/BBP certification required within 6 months of employment.
• Forklift Train-the-Trainer certification preferred.
• Strong communication, organizational, and time management skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively across teams.
• Onsite position in Lexington, SC. Must be available to work onsite 5 days per week.

Travel

This role may travel due to the need for in-person interaction with employees, customers, field partners, and/or business stakeholders. Travel may include local, regional, or national destinations and may be conducted via automobile, air, or other modes of transportation. All travel must be pre-approved in accordance with company policy and conducted in compliance with applicable safety and expense guidelines.

Why Work With Us

• Supportive & Friendly Culture
• Manage national accounts for Fortune 500 companies
• Medical, Dental, Vision coverage options
• Flexible Spending & Health Savings Accounts
• Company paid Life Insurance
• 401k with Employer Contribution
• Company paid Short/Long Term Disability
• Generous Paid Time Off program Holidays
• Career Growth Opportunities and Career Mapping
• Additional perks including Pet Insurance, Employee Assistance Program, Educational Assistance Program, Identity Theft Protection, Critical Illness Plans, Commuter Benefits and various employee discount offerings from our Vendors