Safety Manager in Westfield, Indiana at Custom Concrete Company Inc

Safety Manager

Position Summary

Custom Concrete is seeking a dedicated, proactive, and safety-focused professional to join our team as a Safety Manager.

The Safety Manager plays a critical role in promoting a culture of safety and accountability throughout the organization. This position is responsible for supporting and advancing the company's safety initiatives, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, and partnering with operations to reduce risk and prevent workplace incidents.

Working closely with the Corporate Safety Director and Safety Coordinators, the Safety Manager will provide leadership, training, coaching, and field support to ensure safe work practices are consistently followed across all company operations.

Essential Functions

Safety Leadership & Culture

• Partner with operations leaders to foster a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Serve as a safety resource and trusted advisor to employees, supervisors, and managers.
• Promote employee engagement in safety initiatives through training, coaching, and communication.
• Support and reinforce company safety policies, procedures, and best practices.
• Participate in and facilitate safety meetings, toolbox talks, and educational training programs.

Compliance & Risk Management

• Maintain knowledge of and ensure compliance with OSHA and other applicable federal, state, and local safety regulations.
• Monitor regulatory updates and recommend policy or procedural changes as necessary.
• Conduct site inspections, audits, and assessments to identify hazards and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Develop and implement corrective actions and risk mitigation strategies.
• Assist in the administration and oversight of company safety programs.

Incident Investigation & Reporting

• Investigate workplace incidents, injuries, property damage events, and near-miss incidents.
• Conduct root cause analysis and develop corrective action plans.
• Ensure proper incident reporting procedures are followed throughout the organization.
• Maintain accurate and timely safety records and documentation.

Training & Development

• Deliver safety orientation and ongoing safety education to employees.
• Develop and update training materials to support company objectives and regulatory requirements.
• Provide coaching and field mentoring to supervisors and employees regarding safe work practices.
• Assist with implementation of safety-related technology, learning tools, and employee development initiatives.

Program Administration

• Assist in managing OSHA compliance programs, including:
  OSHA 300 Logs
Hazard CommunicationEmergency Action PlanningFire Prevention ProgramsPowered Industrial Truck (Forklift) TrainingPPE ProgramsIncident Reporting and Recordkeeping

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

• Frequent travel to jobsites and company facilities.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions, including heat, cold, rain, and snow.
• Ability to walk uneven terrain and active construction sites.
• Ability to climb ladders, enter excavations, and navigate construction environments safely.
• Ability to perform inspections in wet, muddy, dusty, and physically demanding conditions.
• Ability to occasionally lift up to 50 pounds.

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• Valid Driver's License and ability to meet the requirements of the Custom Concrete Driver Qualification Program.
• Minimum of 5 years of construction safety experience.
• Strong understanding of OSHA regulations and construction safety practices.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and training skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and electronic reporting systems.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's Degree in Occupational Safety, Risk Management, Construction Management, or a related field.
• OSHA 500, OSHA 510, or OSHA 502 certification.
• CHST (Construction Health and Safety Technician) certification.
• CSP (Certified Safety Professional) certification.
• BCSP credentials.
• Experience in heavy civil, concrete, excavation, transportation, or related construction industries.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish.

Key Competencies

• Leadership
• Communication
• Relationship Building
• Conflict Resolution
• Attention to Detail
• Problem Solving
• Risk Assessment
• Coaching and Mentoring
• Time Management
• Professionalism

Additional Eligibility Requirements

• Authorized to work in the United States.
• Ability to pass pre-employment screenings consistent with company policy.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Custom Concrete Co., Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace and consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

Other Duties

This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with the position. Duties and responsibilities may change at any time, with or without notice, to meet business needs.