Industrial Relations Safety Manager

Warehouse Services, Inc. is seeking an experienced and proactive Safety Manager to lead our safety initiatives and ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations at our manufacturing facility in Liberty, SC. The Safety Manager will be responsible for building a culture of safety, conducting risk assessments, managing safety programs, and ensuring all employees are properly trained and equipped to work safely.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Responsible for ensuring safe equipment and a safe, clean facility.
2. Provide direction on all safety and health issues.
3. Strong working knowledge of safety management systems, fire prevention and protection, emergency response management, and occupational health.
4. Facilitates and tracks all Safety Team activities and performance, Safety Incentive Programs, and safety audits.
5. Conducts accident investigation and coordinates the Accident Review Board (ARB) to provide recommendations to prevent reoccurence.
6. Provides information to top management on accidents, causes, and costs and recommends long-range accident reduction and cost containment objectives.
7. Performs, reviews and records checks on all fire exits, fire equipment, and fire signs; reviews relevant safety signage throughout the Company’s facilities.
8. Assists with performing safety audits.
9. Responsible for Site Emergency Policies and to conduct and coordinates severe weather and fire drills.
10. Conducts health, safety and environmental training programs. Establishes and communicates safety policies.
11. Manage any potential issues relating to the facilities service provision, waste disposal, buildings, fire safety equipment, electrical testing, and safety audit non-compliances.
12. Provides information to top management on accidents, causes, and costs and recommends long-range accident reduction and cost containment objectives.
13. Inspects facilities, machinery, equipment and personnel practices to identify potential safety and health concerns and hazards.
14. Acts as company representative in dealing with government agencies on safety and health matters. Ensures compliance with federal, state, and local safety laws, regulations, codes and rules including OSHA.
15. Stays abreast of current policies, regulations, and industrial processes, and ensures compliance with safety and environmental regulatory agencies.
16. Conducts health, safety and environmental training programs. Establishes and communicates safety policies.
17. Trains employees and management in safe practices including: Hazardous Communications, Bloodborne Pathogens, Respirator, safety equipment and personal protective equipment
18. Conduct and maintain sites Job Safety Analysis on all equipment and processes.
19. Enforce company policies and procedures.
20. Manage the Hazardous Waste Department ensuring compliance of hazardous waste on site and during transport. 
21. This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed; they are only the major duties

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Minimum of 3–5 years of safety management experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment.

2. In-depth knowledge of OSHA standards, EPA regulations, and other applicable safety laws.

3. Proven ability to conduct safety training, investigations, and audits.

4. Strong communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.

5. Must have good written and verbal communications skills.
6. Must be proficient in all Microsoft Office software, i.e. Excel, Word and PowerPoint
7. OSHA 30 certification, other OSHA certifications are required.

BENEFITS OFFERED:

1. Medical, Dental, Vision and supplement insurance after 90 days of employment
2. Free Basic Life Insurance.
3. 401k and Profit Sharing Retirement Plans.
4. Performance reviews at 90 days, 6 months and then annually.
5. Annual Uniform Allowance.
6. Vacation accrual after 90 days. 
7. Referral bonus

Come be a part of the Warehouse Services, Inc. Family if you are looking for a supportive, team-oriented work environment with opportunities for career growth. 

*There is no relocation package offered with this position.