Apply on Employer Site

Wisconsin Heavy Fabrication · 1 day ago

Safety Manager

Manitowoc, WI

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

5+ years exp

Wisconsin Heavy Fabrication is seeking a proactive and experienced Facility Safety Manager to lead safety and compliance efforts at their heavy manufacturing facility. The ideal candidate will develop, implement, and maintain safety programs to ensure a safe workplace for all employees, contractors, and visitors.

Electrical & Electronic Manufacturing

Hiring Manager

Tyler Sturgis

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, Hazard Communication, PPE, and Machine Guarding

Conduct regular safety inspections, audits, risk assessments, and job hazard analyses (JHAs)

Investigate accidents, incidents, and near misses; perform root cause analysis and implement 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 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

Qualification

Safety management experienceOSHA regulations knowledgeIncident investigation skillsEnvironmental health standardsCommunication skillsTraining skillsRoot cause analysisErgonomics knowledgeLeadership skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in Occupational Safety, Industrial Hygiene, Environmental Science, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience)

5+ years of safety management experience in a heavy manufacturing, steel, automotive, or industrial environment

In-depth knowledge of OSHA 1910 regulations and best practices in industrial safety

Strong understanding of environmental health and safety standards, industrial hygiene, and ergonomics

Excellent communication, training, and leadership skills

Proficient in incident investigation and root cause analysis methodologies

All positions require customer focus with a service-oriented attitude as well as attention to detail with excellent verbal and written communication skills

Ability to adapt to changes in daily activities is essential

Ability to travel and work overtime/weekends, as needed, to meet customer and in-house demands

All applicants must pass a background check and drug/alcohol screening and must have a clean driving record