What are the responsibilities and job description for the Safety Manager position at Wisconsin Heavy Fabrication?
We are seeking a proactive and experienced Facility Safety Manager to lead our safety and compliance efforts at a heavy manufacturing facility. The ideal candidate will be responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining safety programs to ensure a safe and compliant workplace for all employees, contractors, and visitors.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and enforce safety policies and procedures in compliance with local, state, and federal regulations (e.g., OSHA, EPA).
- Lead and manage programs such as Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), Confined Space Entry, Hot work & permitting, Hazard Communication, PPE, and Machine Guarding.
- Collaborate with operations management to drive safe work execution & continuous improvement initiatives.
- Conduct regular safety inspections, audits, risk assessments, and job hazard analyses (JHAs).
- Investigate accidents, incidents, and near misses; perform root cause analysis and implement sustainable corrective actions.
- Maintain records of safety inspections, incidents, and training in accordance with regulatory requirements.
- Coordinate and deliver safety training programs for new hires, ongoing employee development, and contractors.
- Monitor and report safety metrics (e.g., TRIR, DART, near-miss trends) to senior leadership.
- Promote a strong safety culture & drive employee engagement across all shifts and departments through leadership, visibility, and engagement.
- Prepare for and manage emergency response situations; coordinate with external agencies as needed.
- Ensure proper use and maintenance of safety equipment and PPE.
- Manage workers’ compensation cases and coordinate with HR and insurance providers as necessary.
Skills & Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Occupational Safety, Environmental Science, Industrial Hygiene, Engineering, or a related field; equivalent experience considered.
- Five or more years of progressive EHS leadership experience in a heavy manufacturing, steel, industrial, automotive, or similar environment.
- Strong working knowledge of OSHA 1910, EPA and industrial safety standards.
- Demonstrated success implementing safety management systems and safety culture improvement initiatives.
- Strong interpersonal, communication, presentation, and leadership skills.
- Ability to influence and build credibility with employees, supervisors, and senior leaders.
- CSP, ASP, or other recognized safety certification preferred.
- Experience with ISO 45001 or similar management systems preferred.