Senior Safety Manager
Position Summary
Leeco Steel is a leading supplier of carbon, HSLA and alloy steels from the premier mills worldwide. Reporting directly to the CEO, the Senior Safety Manager will oversee safety-related tasks at all of Leeco Steel's facilities across North America. This role works closely with many teams to ensure compliance, promote a strong safety culture and drive risk reduction initiatives. This position requires 30-50% travel and regular in-person attendance at a Leeco office or facility when not traveling.
Key Responsibilities
Lead the implementation and ongoing improvement of EHS programs, policies and procedures across all Leeco Steel locations
Conduct and support EHS audits, inspections and compliance evaluations
Partner with teams to identify hazards, assess risk and implment effective safety controls
Lead incident investigations (including near misses) and root cause analysis; ensure corrective actions are implemented and sustained
Support regulatory compliance efforts, including OSHA and environmental requirements, reporting, and documentation
Maintain required EHS documentation and records in accordance with federal, state, and local regulations
Track, analyze, and report safety performance metrics; support development of KPIs and continuous improvement initiatives
Collaborate with HR and leadership on workers' compensation claims, injury management, and return-to-work programs
Support and deliver safety training programs for employees at all levels
Promote a strong safety culture by engaging employees and reinforcing safe work practices
Assist with emergency preparedness, drills, and compliance activities across facilities
Partner with internal stakeholders and external agencies as needed to support compliance and safety initiatives
Perform other duties as assigned
Qualifications
Strong knowledge of OSHA, EPA, and applicable safety and environmental regulations
Experience supporting EHS programs within a manufacturing environment
Proven ability to conduct audits, investigations, and risk assessments
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Excellent organizational and time management abilities
Effective communication and presentation skills with the ability to engage diverse audiences
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
Education, Experience & Certifications
Bachelor's degree in Environmental Health & Safety or related field required
Professional certifications such as CSP, CIH, CHMM or similar preferred
OSHA 30-hour certification required; OSHA 500 and other advanced certifications are a plus
First Aid/CPR certification (or ability to obtain) preferred
5-8+ years of experience in environmental health and safety, preferably in manufacturing
Experience with workers' compensation processes and injury management
Experience supporting regulatory audits, reporting and compliance activities