Safety Manager
DSJ is currently partnered with a well-established paper company in Georgia looking to add a dynamic Safety Manager professional to their team. This individual will be responsible for leading site safety programs, reducing risk, and strengthening a proactive learning‑focused safety culture. This leader will oversee safety strategy, compliance, and a dedicated Safety & Health team.
Safety Manager Key Responsibilities:
- Lead and develop the site's Safety & Health team.
- Drive safety strategy aligned with company Safety Vision and Path to Zero goals.
- Strengthen programs in OSHA compliance, PSM, emergency response, and Workers' Compensation.
- Apply Human & Organizational Performance (HOP) principles to improve learning and risk reduction.
- Oversee hazard assessments (HIRA) and critical hazard control programs (LOTO, line breaking, fall protection, mobile equipment, rigging, permitting, etc.).
- Lead incident investigations and ensure strong corrective actions.
- Manage safety onboarding and ongoing training programs.
- Collaborate with corporate Safety & Process Safety teams for alignment and best practices.
- Support continuous improvement through audits, metrics, and performance reviews.
Safety Manager Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree OR 4+ years of industrial safety experience.
- Safety leadership in manufacturing or industrial environments.
- Experience with EHS Management Systems and OSHA compliance.
Preferred:
- Degree in Safety, Industrial Hygiene, Engineering, or related field.
- Certifications: CSP, ASP, CIH, or PE.
- Experience with HOP, PSM, and building sustainable safety systems.
- Proven success improving site safety performance.
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