The Sonance Manufacturing Safety Manager is responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining a comprehensive Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) program within a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This role ensures compliance with OSHA, Cal/OSHA (if applicable), NFPA, and local regulations, while proactively driving a strong safety culture across production, warehouse, paint, woodshop, and metal fabrication operations. This is a hands-on, floor-focused role that partners closely with operations, maintenance, and leadership to reduce risk, prevent injuries, and continuously improve workplace safety.

Key Responsibilities

Safety & Compliance

• Ensure full compliance with OSHA 1910 standards, fire codes, hazardous materials, and local regulatory requirements.
• Maintain OSHA logs (300, 300A, 301) and manage incident reporting and recordkeeping.
• Lead regulatory inspections and act as the primary contact for OSHA, Fire Department, and insurance carriers.
• Conduct routine safety audits, risk assessments, and corrective action follow-ups.

Manufacturing Floor Safety

• Perform daily/weekly safety walks across production, warehouse, paint booths, woodshop, and metal fabrication areas.
• Identify unsafe conditions and behaviors; partner with leaders to implement corrective actions.
• Ensure proper machine guarding, lockout/tagout (LOTO), electrical safety, ergonomics, and PPE compliance.
• Support safe chemical handling, SDS management, and ventilation controls (including paint operations).

Training & Employee Engagement

• Develop and deliver safety training programs (new hire, refresher, job-specific).
• Lead Safety Committee meetings, track action items, and drive accountability.
• Create and maintain Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs) and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Promote employee engagement and reporting through near-miss and safety observation programs.

Incident Management & Prevention

• Investigate workplace injuries, near misses, and property damage incidents.
• Perform root cause analysis and implement preventive measures.
• Coordinate with HR and Workers’ Compensation providers on claims management and return-to-work programs.

Continuous Improvement

• Track and report key safety metrics (LTIR, TRIR, near misses, corrective actions).
• Support Lean / continuous improvement initiatives with a safety-first mindset.
• Drive a culture of accountability, ownership, and continuous safety improvement.

Experience & Qualifications

• 3–7+ years of hands-on safety experience in a manufacturing environment
• Strong working knowledge of OSHA 1910 (General Industry) regulations and manufacturing safety standards
• Demonstrated experience supporting paint operations, machinery, warehouse, and production environments
• Proven ability to conduct safety audits, incident investigations, and employee safety training
• Strong communication skills with both hourly employees and leadership teams
• Ability to work independently while partnering closely with Operations, Maintenance, and HR
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred

Preferred Certifications

• OSHA 30-Hour (General Industry)
• Certified Safety Professional (CSP) or ASP
• First Aid / CPR / AED Instructor
• Forklift Train-the-Trainer

Key Competencies

• Hands-on, floor-focused leadership
• Strong organizational and documentation skills
• Ability to influence without authority
• Calm, professional approach during inspections and incidents
• High attention to detail and follow-through
• Strong partnership with operations and HR Work Environment
• Manufacturing floor with exposure to machinery, paint booths, warehouse operations, and production lines
• Frequent walking, standing, and occasional lifting
• PPE required in designated areas such as, Manufacturing Safety Manager / EHS Specialist implementing, and maintaining a comprehensive Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) program within a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

This role ensures compliance with OSHA, Cal/OSHA (if applicable), NFPA, and local regulations, while proactively driving a strong safety culture across production, warehouse, paint, woodshop, and metal fabrication operations.