Position Title: Health, Safety and Compliance Manager, US Region
Reports To: Vice President and Business Leader, US Region
Location: Atlanta, GA or Columbus, OHIn all our complex supply chain solutions,
PEOPLE, PROCESSES and
TECHNOLOGY are critically important to ensure successful start-up and on-going long-term partnerships. We are focused on operational excellence and continuous improvement measurements and committed to cost-effective solutions that impact our clients' bottom line.
Job Description:
We are looking for a
US Region Health, Safety & Compliance Manager to join our fun, transparent, and problem-solving team! You will be responsible for developing, implementing, and continuously improving safety programs across multiple U.S. sites, with a strong focus on packaging and warehousing operations. This role ensures compliance with federal, state, and local regulations while driving a proactive safety culture that minimizes risk, enhances operational performance, and protects employees, contractors, and visitors.
The ideal candidate is a hands-on, influential leader who can partner with site teams, translate regulatory requirements into practical programs, and champion safety excellence across a geographically dispersed network.
Responsibilities:
Safety Program Development & Implementation- Design, implement, and maintain comprehensive safety programs tailored to packaging, warehousing, and distribution environments.
- Standardize safety processes and procedures across all U.S. sites while allowing for site-specific adaptations.
- Lead the development of training programs, SOPs, and safety communication materials.
- Conduct risk assessments, job hazard analyses, and ergonomic evaluations to identify and mitigate hazards.
Regulatory Compliance- Ensure compliance with OSHA, DOT, EPA, and other applicable federal, state, and local regulations.
- Monitor regulatory changes and proactively update programs, policies, and training.
- Lead site audits, inspections, and compliance reviews; develop corrective action plans and track closure.
- Maintain required documentation, reporting, and recordkeeping for all safety and compliance activities.
Incident Management & Prevention- Oversee incident investigations, root cause analyses, and corrective action implementation.
- Track and analyze safety metrics to identify trends and drive continuous improvement.
- Partner with site leadership to reduce recordable injuries, improve near-miss reporting, and strengthen hazard recognition.
Cross-Functional Leadership- Serve as the primary safety advisor to operations, HR, engineering, and senior leadership.
- Support new site launches, equipment installations, and process changes with safety expertise.
- Lead safety committees and facilitate employee engagement initiatives.
- Provide coaching and guidance to site-level safety coordinators or champions.
Training & Development- Develop and deliver safety training for employees, supervisors, and managers.
- Ensure consistent onboarding safety training across all sites.
- Evaluate training effectiveness and adjust content to meet operational needs.
QualificationsRequired- Bachelor's degree in Occupational Safety, Environmental Health, Industrial Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience).
- 5+ years of safety leadership experience in warehousing, packaging, distribution, or manufacturing environments.
- Strong knowledge of Cal-OSHA/OSHA regulations and industry best practices
- Familiarity with EPA and hazardous materials regulations.
- Experience managing safety programs across multiple locations.
- Demonstrated ability to conduct investigations, risk assessments, and compliance audits.
- Excellent communication, facilitation, and relationship-building skills.
Preferred- Professional certifications such as CSP, ASP, CHMM, or OSHA 30/50.
- Experience with automated warehousing systems, material handling equipment, or packaging lines.
- Experience implementing safety management systems (SMS) or continuous improvement frameworks.
- Bilingual English & Spanish
Key Competencies- Strategic thinking with strong operational understanding.
- Ability to influence without authority across diverse teams.
- Analytical mindset with strong problem-solving skills.
- Comfortable working in fast-paced, high-growth environments.
- Passion for building a strong safety culture and empowering frontline teams.
WHY JOINUS?- Work in an environment where safety is our first priority
- The opportunity to build a career with a growing company
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your family
- Life and disability insurance
- Wellness programs to support your family's well-being
- 401K retirement savings plan with a company match
- Company team wear allowance
- Company sponsored social events
- Community volunteering
