Safety Manager

The Role

We are seeking a Safety Manager to join our growing team. As a Safety Manager you are responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining safety programs that ensure a safe and compliant warehouse environment. This role leads safety initiatives, conducts training, audits, and investigations, and partners with leadership to drive a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.

The Safety Manager acts as the primary point of contact for OSHA compliance, risk management, and associate safety training, helping to reduce workplace incidents and ensuring that all associates work in a safe, productive environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and enforce warehouse safety policies, procedures, and SOPs in alignment with OSHA and company standards.
• Lead the Trailer Dock Release (TDR) program, Powered Industrial Truck (PIT) safety compliance, and other warehouse-specific safety initiatives.
• Maintain up-to-date safety manuals, documentation, and training records in conjunction with the learning manager.
• Oversee onboarding safety training for all new hires and ensure ongoing refresher training for current associates.
• Conduct specialized safety training for PIT certification, hazard awareness, and emergency response.
• Coach associates and leaders on safe work practices, PPE use, and hazard recognition.
• Conduct regular safety audits of docks, racking, PIT equipment, PPE usage, and overall warehouse conditions.
• Ensure all incidents, near misses, and hazards are documented, investigated, and followed up with corrective actions.
• Prepare for and support external OSHA or regulatory inspections.
• Lead incident investigations to determine root causes and implement corrective/preventive measures.
• Maintain records of incidents, injuries, and near misses, and track trends to identify areas for improvement.
• Provide regular safety performance reports to leadership, including leading and lagging indicators.
• Partner with Operations, HR, and Learning teams to align safety training, coaching, and compliance efforts.
• Act as a visible leader on the floor, reinforcing a safety-first culture through presence and communication.
• Serve as a resource to Area Managers and Leads in addressing safety concerns and ensuring consistent enforcement of policies.

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor's degree in Occupational Safety, Environmental Health, or a related field.
• 3-5 years of safety, compliance, or risk management experience (warehouse, logistics, or manufacturing preferred).
• Strong knowledge of OSHA regulations, warehouse safety standards, and accident prevention programs.
• Experience leading incident investigations and implementing corrective actions.
• Excellent communication, training, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational and documentation skills with attention to detail.

Preferred

• Master's degree in Occupational Safety, Environmental Health, or a related field.
• OSHA 30 certification or equivalent safety training certification.

Experience managing PIT safety programs and certifications.

• Prior leadership or management experience in a warehouse or operations environment.

Physical Requirements

• Lift up to 49 pounds and frequently push, pull, squat, bend, and reach with or without reasonable accommodation
• Stand and walk for extended periods during shifts (up to 12 hours), with or without reasonable accommodation
• Work in an environment with fluctuating noise levels and temperatures.
• Frequently climb and descend stairs with or without reasonable accommodation

Pay Range: $97,000 - $112,000

All posted ranges are reflective of base salary and may vary depending upon experience level and location. Bonus and equity may also be provided for eligible roles.