Safety Manager
Location: Columbia, MO, United States
Date Posted: Aug 26, 2026
Category: Maintenance
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JOB DESCRIPTION INFORMATION
Position Title: Safety Supervisor
Position Type: Fulltime
Job Catalog Position Title: Safety Supervisor
FLSA Status: Salaried
Department: EHS
Location: Columbia, MO
Business Unit: JBS Prepared Foods
Reports to: Human Resources Director
Years of Experience: 2-4 years of manufacturing experience
Number of employees Supervised: 0
JOB SUMMARY
We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Safety Manager to lead our workplace safety initiatives across manufacturing operations. In this vital role, you will develop, implement, and oversee comprehensive safety programs that promote a culture of safety excellence. Your expertise will ensure compliance with all relevant environmental, health, and safety regulations while fostering a safe, healthy, and productive work environment for all employees. This position offers an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact on operational safety standards and employee well-being.
Duties
- Develop, implement, and continuously improve safety policies aligned with OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration), EPA (Environmental Protection Agency), and other regulatory standards in manufacturing settings.
- Conduct regular safety audits, hazard assessments, and root cause analyses to identify potential risks and implement corrective actions promptly.
- Lead safety training sessions focused on workplace safety, hazardous materials regulations, emergency response procedures, CPR, first aid, and environmental management systems.
- Ensure compliance with environmental health and occupational health standards by monitoring environmental regulatory compliance and environmental management systems.
- Manage incident investigations, prepare detailed report writing, and maintain accurate records of safety performance metrics.
- Oversee hazardous materials handling procedures to ensure adherence to hazardous materials regulations and workplace safety protocols.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to foster a culture of safety awareness and continuous improvement in employee health initiatives.
- Manage all environmental programs to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
- Oversee wastewater pretreatment operations, air permits, stormwater management, waste management, and chemical reporting requirements.
- Maintain environmental records, permits, monitoring documentation, and required governmental reporting.
- Ensure completion and documentation of required training for all employees, supervisors, contractors, and visitors.
- Coach managers and supervisors on safety leadership and accountability.
- Assist with onboarding and orientation programs related to safety and environmental requirements.
- Maintain facility emergency response and crisis management programs.
- Coordinate emergency response teams and drills.
- Serve as a key member of the facility''s incident command structure.
- Ensure readiness for fire, severe weather, chemical release, and other emergency situations.
- Oversee workers'' compensation processes and injury case management.
- Coordinate return-to-work programs and follow-up activities.
- Analyze injury data and develop preventive measures to reduce risk.
- Partner with medical providers and insurance representatives on claims management.
- Partner with operations and maintenance leaders to integrate EHS initiatives into daily operations.
- Support capital projects by evaluating environmental and safety impacts.
- Communicate EHS performance, risks, and improvement initiatives to facility and corporate leadership.
Qualifications
- Proven experience in manufacturing environments with a strong understanding of OSHA regulations, environmental compliance standards, and workplace safety practices.
- Certifications in CPR, first aid, OSHA safety standards, environmental management systems (EMS), and workers'' compensation law are highly desirable.
- Demonstrated expertise in conducting hazard assessments, root cause analysis, and report writing related to safety incidents.
- Knowledge of hazardous materials regulations, environmental health standards, occupational health expertise, and regulatory/legal compliance standards in production is essential.
- Strong training & development skills with the ability to educate employees on safety procedures effectively.
- Excellent communication skills to articulate complex safety information clearly and persuasively across all levels of the organization.
- Ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Join us as we prioritize the health and safety of our team! We are committed to providing a safe workspace where every employee can thrive through continuous learning and adherence to top-tier safety standards.
EOE, including disability/vets
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