Safety Manager - Industrial Manufacturing

Location: Charleston
Posted on: June 23, 2025

Job Description:

Are you a Safety Engineer or Safety Manager looking to take the next step in your career? Do you have 5 years of experience within a Manufacturing setting and have experience implementing policies and procedures? Are you comfortable traveling 60-75% the first few years? Are you looking to grow into a Director level role in a few years? If so, please read on and apply to the Safety Manager - Industrial Manufacturing role based North of Charleston, SC. Client Details We are currently partnered up with a large Global Industrial Manufacturing Company in their search to add a Safety Manager to the team due to growth. This role will report up into the Director based out of the UK and will work cross functionally with EHS Site leaders while traveling 60-75% of the time for the first few years. The ideal candidate will have 5 years of experience within a global safety role and has experience implementing EHS policies and procedures. If interested, please read on and apply to the Safety Manager -Industrial Manufacturing role based North of Charleston, SC. Description The Safety Manager - Industrial Manufacturing will be responsible for the following: Develop and implement a global safety management strategy aligned with corporate goals. Establish standard safety operating procedures (SOPs) for manufacturing sites worldwide. Ensure all sites are compliant with local, regional, and international safety regulations (e.g., OSHA, ISO 45001). Conduct global risk assessments and audits; lead corrective and preventive actions (CAPA). Lead initiatives in hazard identification, risk mitigation, ergonomics, machine guarding, lockout/tagout, and confined space entry. Drive near-miss reporting, incident investigation, and root cause analysis with site teams. Develop and oversee global safety training programs, including onboarding and refresher courses. Promote a proactive safety culture by engaging with employees at all levels. Develop and track key safety performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics across all sites. Prepare regular reports for executive leadership and board review. Support and mentor regional/site safety managers. Foster collaboration between EHS, HR, Engineering, and Operations. Standardize global emergency response and crisis management plans Profile The ideal Safety Manager - Industrial Manufacturing will have the following qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Science, Engineering, or related field (Master's preferred) Minimum 5 years of progressive safety experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment Minimum 5 years in a regional or global safety leadership role Strong knowledge of international EHS standards and regulatory frameworks CSP, CIH, or NEBOSH certification (preferred) Strong soft skills, especially in communication and assertiveness Able to set boundaries and lead safety culture initiatives effectively. Director-level potential is ideal for long-term growth. Must be comfortable working in a collaborative, post-incident response team culture. Job Offer The successful Safety Manager - Industrial Manufacturing will be rewarded with the following: Base Salary of $110,000-$140,000 depending on experience 10% Bonus 401K Match Opportunity to grow into a Director level role Travel Perks - 60-75% travel Medical, Dental, Vision PTO MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

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