Safety Manager

Job Title: Safety, Health & Environmental (SHE) Manager

Location:

Mills, Wy

Department:

Safety / Operations

Reports To:

Plant Manager

Employment Type:

Full-Time

Position Summary

The Safety, Health & Environmental (SHE) Manager is responsible for establishing, implementing, and maintaining a safe, healthy, and compliant work environment for all Austin Engineering USA Inc. employees, contractors, and visitors. This role provides leadership in safety compliance, risk management, training, incident investigation, and regulatory reporting within a manufacturing environment. The SHE Manager works closely with operations, HR, and leadership to proactively identify hazards, implement corrective actions, and foster a strong safety culture.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Other duties may be assigned.

- Anticipate, identify, and assess workplace safety hazards and risks using established risk management tools, including risk matrices

- Partner with the Plant Manager, Supervisors, and Leads to address employee safety concerns and implement effective solutions

- Develop, implement, and continuously improve safety policies, procedures, programs, and guidelines in compliance with OSHA and other applicable regulations

- Investigate accidents, incidents, and near-miss events; determine root cause; implement corrective actions; and ensure all required documentation and reporting are completed accurately and timely

- Conduct safety orientation for new hires and contract employees

- Develop and deliver safety training programs, including presentations, documentation, and supporting materials

- Promote safety awareness and education across all levels of the organization

- Create schedules for safety team members and ensure tasks are completed on time

- Delegate workload efficiently and monitor performance

- Approve weekly timecards and time-off requests

- Collaborate closely with Human Resources on workers’ compensation claims, reporting, and related matters

- Ensure compliance with Wyoming Workers’ Compensation requirements and other applicable federal, state, and local regulations

- Perform related duties as required

Required Qualifications

- Proven leadership ability with strong organizational and communication skills

- Minimum of 5 years of experience in a production, manufacturing, or construction environment

- Prior experience as a Safety Manager, Safety Supervisor, or in a similar role preferred

- Strong working knowledge of OSHA regulations, Wyoming Workers’ Compensation, and other regulatory reporting requirements applicable to manufacturing

- Ability and willingness to work days, nights, and/or weekends as business needs require

- Knowledge of welding and fabrication processes preferred

Core Competencies

- Problem Solving:

Identifies issues proactively, analyzes information, and implements timely solutions

- Communication:

Communicates clearly and effectively both verbally and in writing

- Teamwork:

Collaborates with others and supports team success

- Quality & Accuracy:

Demonstrates thoroughness, attention to detail, and continuous improvement

- Ethics & Integrity:

Treats others with respect, maintains confidentiality, and acts professionally

- Adaptability:

Effectively manages change, competing priorities, and unexpected situations

- Dependability:

Consistently meets attendance, punctuality, and performance expectations

- Safety & Security:

Actively promotes safety standards and responds appropriately to unsafe conditions

Skills & Abilities

- Language Skills:

Ability to read, write, and interpret instructions, correspondence, and safety documentation; ability to present information in one-on-one and small group settings

- Mathematical Skills:

Ability to perform basic arithmetic and apply measurements relevant to manufacturing operations

- Reasoning Ability:

Ability to apply commonsense understanding to carry out written, oral, or diagram-based instructions

Physical & Work Environment

- Ability to perform job duties in environmental conditions applicable to a manufacturing worksite

- Physical activities required to perform essential job functions may include standing, walking, bending, lifting, and working in industrial environments

- Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions