Facility Safety Manager

Want to be part of one of the country’s fastest growing infrastructure businesses? The Vortex Companies, LLC delivers cutting edge trenchless technologies and turnkey services to make the world’s water cleaner and we’re growing every day! We think BIG about solving the world’s toughest challenges in failing water, sewer and industrial infrastructure.

At United Felts, you will be surrounded with a culture that puts your safety first in all we do. If you like a fast-paced environment, a team structure that provides support, training, and development, then apply today!

The Facility Safety Manager is responsible for developing, implementing, and managing the United Felts/Vortex safety programs to ensure a safe, healthy, and compliant work environment. This role will work closely with management and employees to promote a culture of safety, reduce workplace incidents, and ensure compliance with OSHA, local, and federal safety regulations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Facility Safety Program Management:

• • Develop and implement safety policies, programs, and procedures in compliance with Vortex, OSHA and other relevant regulations.
  • Conduct regular safety audits and risk assessments to identify hazards and implement corrective actions.
  • Oversee incident investigation processes, ensuring timely reporting and root cause analysis.
  • Lead safety meetings and training sessions to promote awareness and adherence to safety protocols.
  • Consistently monitoring the production floor to proactively identify potential safety hazards and making recommendations as needed.

• Compliance & Regulations:

• • Ensure the manufacturing facility is compliant with federal, state, and local safety laws and regulations.
  • Stay updated on new and existing safety regulations and adjust safety programs as necessary.
  • Maintain proper documentation for safety inspections, accident reports, and corrective actions.

• Training & Development:

• • Develop and deliver safety training programs for employees, including new hire orientation, equipment safety, emergency preparedness, and hazard communication.
  • Collaborate with supervisors and department heads to ensure employees receive role-specific safety training.

• Incident Management:

• • Lead and participate in investigations into workplace accidents, injuries, or near misses.
  • Ensure appropriate follow-up actions are taken to prevent recurrence.
  • Track and report key safety performance indicators (KPIs), such as incident rates and lost workdays.

• Safety Culture Promotion:

• • Act as a safety champion, promoting a positive and proactive safety culture throughout the organization.
  • Facilitate employee engagement and feedback regarding safety improvements.
  • Serve as a subject matter expert for all safety-related matters and provide guidance to staff.

• Emergency Preparedness:

• • Develop and implement emergency response procedures for situations like fires, chemical spills, and natural disasters.
  • Coordinate emergency drills and ensure that all staff understand their roles during emergencies.

Qualifications:

• Experience:
  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in a safety management role within a manufacturing environment.
  • Proven experience managing OSHA compliance and other relevant regulations.
• Skills:
  • Strong knowledge of safety regulations, risk assessment techniques, and safety auditing.
  • Excellent communication and leadership skills.
  • The ability to influence and drive changes in a safety culture.
  • Proficiency in incident investigation and safety software/tools.

Key Competencies:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Attention to detail with the ability to identify potential safety risks.
• Leadership and ability to foster a culture of continuous improvement.
• Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams and manage multiple priorities.

Work Environment:

• Primarily based in a manufacturing plant environment with exposure to machinery, noise, and other shop-floor conditions.
• Must be available for shift work, overtime, or on-call as required to respond to safety incidents.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work: This is a full-time, non-exempt position. Days and hours of work are typically Monday through Friday but could include shift work, weekends, evenings and/or holidays - flexibility is required as job duties demand.

Benefits - we offer a competitive total compensation package including health, vision, and dental insurance, 401K retirement plan, income protection insurance, off the job accident insurance, PTO and more! United Felts and all subsidiaries is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against otherwise qualified applicants on the basis of race, color, creed, ancestry, religion, orientation, age, sex, marital status, national origin, disability, genetic information, or veteran status.

We are a fair chance employer.