Safety Program Manager
$100,400–$133,500 year
On-siteChester, Pennsylvania, United States
Job Summary
Lead and manage all aspects of the facility's Safety, Health, and Environmental (SHE) programs, ensuring compliance with OSHA 1910/1926 regulations and Reworld standards. Monitor program effectiveness through KPIs, audits, and field observations; implement corrective actions and continuous improvement initiatives. Lead accident, near-miss, first-aid, recordable, vehicle, and contractor incident investigations, including scene security, medical response coordination, root cause analysis, and corrective action implementation. Manage the facility safety training program, educate employees and contractors on safe work practices, and partner with leadership to oversee contractor safety performance. Serve as the primary contact for occupational health and medical surveillance programs, including physical examinations and hearing conservation. Support facility environmental compliance activities and lead safety committees to drive continuous improvement initiatives.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Safety, Occupational Health, Environmental Science, Engineering, or a related discipline
- Two to four years (2-4) or more years of occupational health and safety experience
- Experience in industrial manufacturing, thermomechanical treatment (TTF) operations, power generation, utility, chemical processing, materials recovery, recycling, or other heavy industrial environments
- Working knowledge of OSHA 1910, OSHA 1926, and applicable state safety regulations
- Experience supporting operations and maintenance activities within an industrial facility
- Professional safety certifications such as ASP, CSP, OHST, or CHST
- Self-directed, action-oriented leader with strong ethical standards and personal accountability
- Proven ability to lead through influence and achieve results independently and through teams
- Strong interpersonal, coaching, and communication skills
- Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities with a focus on operational excellence and risk reduction
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced industrial environment
- Effective change agent who can challenge the status quo and drive meaningful improvement
- Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Visio
- Ability to walk, stand, sit, and climb ladders and stairs
- Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds
- Ability to work at heights and in confined spaces
- Ability to qualify for and wear a full-face respirator
- Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions
Desired Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree preferred in Safety, Occupational Health, Environmental Science, Engineering, or a related discipline
- Equivalent industrial experience will be considered
- Experience supporting operations and maintenance activities within an industrial facility strongly preferred
- Professional safety certifications such as ASP, CSP, OHST, or CHST are preferred
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