Safety Programs Manager

SUMMARY OF POSITION

The Safety Programs Manager is responsible for the development, implementation, leadership, and continuous improvement of enterprise-wide safety programs across manufacturing, distribution, and support operations. This role sits between a technical safety/process engineering position and a senior strategic safety leadership role. The position provides both hands-on program ownership and cross-functional leadership, with particular accountability for Process Safety Management (PSM) and Radiation Safety programs. The Safety Programs Manager partners with site leadership (manufacturing and distribution), corporate engineering, operations, and employee-driven safety teams to ensure regulatory compliance, risk reduction, and the advancement of a strong, proactive safety culture that exceeds regulatory expectations.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Safety Program Leadership & Strategy

* Develops, implements, and sustains comprehensive safety programs, policies, and procedures aligned with corporate EHS objectives and applicable regulatory requirements.

* Leads cross-functional teams to improve safe work practices, establish leading and lagging indicators, and drive measurable performance improvements at the corporate and site levels.

* Analyzes injury, incident, near-miss, and behavioral data to identify trends, root causes, and improvement opportunities, and drives corrective actions.

* Supports and strengthens employee-driven safety teams and site safety committees to enhance shop-floor engagement and ownership of safety outcomes.

Process Safety Management (PSM)

* Manages and oversees applicable elements of OSHA Process Safety Management programs, including Process Hazard Analysis, Management of Change, Mechanical Integrity, Operating Procedures, Contractor Safety, and Incident Investigation.

* Develops, reviews, and maintains Process Safety Information and safe operating limits for PSM-covered processes and equipment.

Radiation Safety Officer (RSO)

* Partners with engineering and operations to review new equipment, process changes, and capital projects for PSM and safety impacts during design and planning phases.

* Radiation Safety

* Maintains the current, effective Radiation Safety Program, including licensing, dosimetry monitoring, training, recordkeeping, and regulatory reporting.

* Serves as, or supports the role of, facility Radiation Safety Officer, ensuring compliance with applicable federal and state radiation regulations.

* Coordinates audits, inspections, and corrective actions related to radioactive materials and radiation-producing equipment.

Compliance, Risk Management & Technical Support

* Maintains working knowledge of OSHA, NFPA, and other applicable Health & Safety regulations and best practices; communicates regulatory changes and implementation requirements.

* Leads or supports audits, inspections, and regulatory agency interactions, including development and tracking of corrective actions.

* Conducts or oversees industrial hygiene monitoring and exposure assessments using internal or external resources.

* Supports incident investigations, root cause analysis, and development of effective corrective and preventive actions.

* Training, Communication & Continuous Improvement

* Develops and delivers safety training programs, work instructions, and documentation to support compliance and safe work execution.

* Utilizes continuous improvement tools to coach leaders and teams in hazard identification and risk reduction.

* Maintains effective safety records, databases, and reporting systems to support compliance and performance measurement.

* Leadership & Collaboration

* Provides guidance, mentoring, and technical support to site safety resources and operational leaders.

* Works collaboratively with Engineering, Operations, HR, Occupational Health, and Risk Management to integrate safety into business processes.

* Supports emergency response planning, drills, and readiness across facilities.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Experience

* Progressive experience in manufacturing or industrial safety, including hands-on ownership of safety programs.

* Demonstrated experience supporting or managing Process Safety Management programs.

* Experience with radiation safety programs, licensing, and regulatory compliance preferred (current training as a RSO preferred) .

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

* Strong working knowledge of OSHA and related Health & Safety regulations and standards.

* Ability to balance technical detail with practical, site-level execution.

* Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and influence without direct authority.

* Strong analytical, communication, and organizational skills.

* Proficiency with data analysis tools, spreadsheets, and documentation systems.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Education

* Bachelor's degree required in Occupational Safety, Industrial Hygiene, Engineering, or a related technical field.

* Master's degree preferred in Occupational Safety, Industrial Hygiene, Engineering, or a related discipline.

* Associate Safety Professional (ASP) or Certified Safety Professional (CSP) preferred

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

* Ability to travel between facilities and work in manufacturing environments and distribution centers.

* Ability to access elevated areas, walk production floors, and use required personal protective equipment.

* Time split between office and plant environments in a fast-paced, deadline-driven setting.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Our office is designed to bring people together. It's an open, collaborative space where creativity and teamwork thrive. We believe the best ideas come from shared conversations and we encourage our teams to work closely and support one another. To help everyone do their best work, we provide a comfortable and well-equipped workspace, foster team building through activities and social events, and prioritize work-life balance, further helping our employees achieve their personal and professional goals. Our company culture values innovation, inclusivity and a positive attitude, with the contributions of each employee driving our overall success.

Shurtape Technologies, LLC is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. Shurtape Technologies, LLC does not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including identity & expression), medical condition, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business requirement.