Midwest Regional Safety Manager

Regional Safety ManagerPosition SummaryResponsible for leading and executing regional Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) programs across multiple sites. This role drives compliance with OSHA/EPA/DOT requirements, builds a proactive safety culture, reduces risk through audits and investigations, and partners with site and corporate leadership to improve safety performance and operational readiness.Core ResponsibilitiesDevelop, implement, and oversee regional EHS strategies, policies, and procedures to ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations (OSHA, EPA, DOT)Drive a strong safety culture through leadership, coaching, and behavior-based safety practices across all sites in the regionLead and conduct incident investigations (including near-misses and first aids) using root-cause analysis methods (e.g., 5 Whys, Fishbone) to identify systemic issues and implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA)Conduct EHS compliance audits, risk assessments, and job hazard analyses (JHA) at regional facilities to identify and mitigate hazardsCoordinate and deliver safety training for employees at all levels, including emergency response, hazardous materials handling, equipment safety, and behavior-based safetyPartner with site leadership, operations teams, and external agencies (including regulatory bodies) to ensure consistent safety practices and complianceDevelop and regularly test site-specific Emergency Action Plans (EAP) and crisis response proceduresEvaluate and approve new equipment, processes, and materials from an EHS perspective before implementationFacilitate regional and site-level safety committees, empowering employees to actively participate in the safety programSupport the corporate EHS team with the rollout of company-wide initiatives and systems within the regionCollaborate with Human Resources, Legal, and Operations to address complex employee relations matters related to safety and complianceServe as the primary point of contact for regulatory agencies during inspections, inquiries, and reportingAnalyze regional safety metrics and trends (e.g., TRIR, DART, LTIR) to identify risk, measure program effectiveness, and present recommendations to senior leadershipEducation and Experience7-10 years of progressive experience in Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS), including 3+ years in a management or multi-site roleMaster’s degree in occupational health and safety or a related fieldProfessional certification such as Certified Safety Professional (CSP), Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH), or equivalentHard SkillsOSHA (General Industry 1910), EPA, and DOT regulatory compliance and reportingIncident investigation and root-cause analysis using structured methods (e.g., 5 Whys, Fishbone)Risk assessment and hazard control using JHA/JSA and the hierarchy of controlsSafety data analysis, KPI reporting (leading/lagging indicators), and advanced Excel and/or EHS platformsIndustrial hygiene fundamentals, including exposure monitoring for chemical, physical, and biological hazardsErgonomic assessments and recommendations to reduce musculoskeletal disorder (MSD) riskSoft SkillsLeadership and influence: Ability to inspire and influence change across all levels of the organization, from front-line employees to senior executives, without direct authorityCommunication and interpersonal skills: Ability to communicate complex technical information clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing, to diverse audiencesProblem-solving and critical thinking: Pragmatic, analytical approach to identifying problems, evaluating options, and implementing sustainable solutionsResilience and adaptability: Thrive in a fast-paced, multi-site environment; manage competing priorities and adapt to changing business needsCoaching and mentoring: Passion for developing others and building the safety capabilities of teams and leaders you supportWe may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.