Area Safety Manager

Responsibilities

• Promote and develop safe work behaviors.
• Assist and coach associates to reduce injuries and vehicle accidents.
• Plan, administer and support ongoing safety programs to ensure compliance.
• Liaise between facility and internal and external auditors.
• Interpret Safety Policies, Regulations and Standards to recommend or provide direction.
• Keep facilities current with regulations concerning DOT, OSHA, EPA, and the FDA.
• Conduct internal audits of all governmental disciplines ensuring required documents, training, and safety measures are in place.
• Assist Regional Safety Director in generating monthly safety meetings and data/presentations, which also include compliance presentations at branches, plants, and customer locations.
• Plan industrial health and ergonomic risk assessment surveys or analysis.

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• At least three years of relevant experience
• Valid driver’s license and reliable personal vehicle with insurance coverage as required by company.
• Ability to be "on call" 24/7 for emergencies and to respond to DOT-related questions associated with the shipment of hazardous materials.
• Bachelor's degree a plus
• Working knowledge of Safety and OSHA regulations preferred.
• Industrial gas experience a plus