Safety & Compliance Manager

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2 days ago Requisition

Salary Range: $75,000.00 To $90,000.00 Annually

Job Title:

Safety & Compliance Manager

Location:

Temple, TX

Reports To:

VP Of Operations (TX)

Primary duties will include:

Safety Programs & Compliance:

• Develop, implement, and maintain company safety programs in compliance with OSHA, EPA, DOT, and other applicable regulations.
• Conduct regular safety audits, workplace inspections, and risk assessments to identify potential hazards and ensure corrective actions are taken.
• Maintain and update safety documentation, including policies, procedures, manuals, chemical inventory, and SDS (Safety Data Sheets).
• Serve as the primary liaison with regulatory agencies, coordinating inspections, compliance reports, and corrective action plans as needed.

Training & Employee Development:

• Coordinate and conduct safety training for all employees, including new hire orientation, ongoing education, and required certifications.
• Track and manage employee safety training records, ensuring compliance with mandatory training schedules.
• Organize and oversee safety drills (fire evacuation, hazardous material response, emergency procedures).
• Provide coaching and mentoring to employees demonstrating unsafe behaviors and recognize those exhibiting safe practices.

Incident Management & Risk Mitigation:

• Oversee workplace incident reporting and investigation processes, ensuring proper documentation and follow-up.
• Track, analyze, and report trends in workplace injuries, near misses, and compliance issues, recommending improvements.
• Assist in post-accident procedures, including medical care coordination, drug screenings, return-to-work programs, and workers' compensation follow-ups.
• Work with management to develop corrective action plans and retraining initiatives for employees involved in safety violations or incidents.

Emergency Preparedness & Facility Safety:

• Maintain and regularly update emergency response plans and ensure fire protection, first aid, and emergency equipment is operational and compliant.
• Coordinate vendors for facility safety maintenance, including fire extinguishers, alarm systems, ventilation, and PPE supplies.
• Lead safety committee meetings and serve as a key point of contact for emergency response teams.
• Develop and promote safety incentive programs to encourage employee participation in workplace safety initiatives.
• Foster a proactive safety culture by engaging employees in safety discussions, providing recognition for safe behaviors, and addressing concerns.
• Research and implement best practices to enhance workplace safety and reduce injury rates.
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements:

• Related experience in a distribution or manufacturing environment.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities at one time.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Excellent planning and organizational skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office products
• Ability to work efficiently & effectively with internal team members, supplier partners, and industry professionals.
• Set work hours with some flexibility in the case of emergencies or special training needs.
• Ability to work independently with little to no supervision.
• Bilingual in reading, writing English and Spanish preferred.

Preferred education:

• Bachelor’s Degree is preferred, High School Diploma required.
• We will consider additional experience in lieu of diploma.

The essential physical & environmental requirements of the position are:

• Ability to regularly lift and/or move up to 20 lbs. without assistance.
• Ability to use hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools, or controls.
• Ability to…