Safety Manager

General Job Description:

Title:Safety Manager

Location: Canton, Ohio & Rock Hill, South Carolina

Job Summary

We are seeking a proactive and experienced Safety Manager to lead our safety and compliance efforts at two manufacturing facilities located in Canton, OH and Rock Hill, SC. The ideal candidate will be responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining safety programs to ensure a safe and compliant workplace for all employees, contractors, and visitors.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and enforce safety policies and procedures in compliance with local, state, and federal regulations (e.g., OSHA, EPA).
• Lead and manage programs such as Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), Confined Space Entry, Hazard Communication, PPE, and Machine Guarding.
• Conduct regular safety inspections, audits, risk assessments, and job hazard analyses (JHAs).
• Investigate accidents, incidents, and near misses; perform root cause analysis and implement corrective actions.
• Maintain records of safety inspections, incidents, and training in accordance with regulatory requirements.
• Coordinate and deliver safety training programs for new hires, ongoing employee development, and contractors.
• Monitor and report safety metrics (e.g., TRIR, DART, near-miss trends) to senior leadership.
• Promote a strong safety culture across all shifts and departments through leadership, visibility, and engagement.
• Prepare for and manage emergency response situations; coordinate with external agencies as needed.
• Ensure proper use and maintenance of safety equipment and PPE.
• Manage workers’ compensation cases and coordinate with HR and insurance providers as necessary.

Specific Qualifications:

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety, Industrial Hygiene, Environmental Science, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• 5+ years of safety management experience in a manufacturing, steel, automotive, or industrial environment.
• In-depth knowledge of OSHA 1910 regulations and best practices in industrial safety.
• Strong understanding of environmental health and safety standards, industrial hygiene, and ergonomics.
• Excellent communication, training, and leadership skills.
• Proficient in incident investigation and root cause analysis methodologies.

Company Overview:

IES is a national provider of industrial products and infrastructure services to a variety of end markets, including electrical, mechanical and communications contracting solutions for the commercial, industrial, residential and renewable energy markets. IES is publicly traded on NASDAQ under the symbol IESC. As of the end of IES’s 2025 fiscal year ending September 30, 2025, IES produced over $3.3 billion in revenue and employed over 10,200 employees at over 174 domestic locations across the United States.

Our commitment to our employees is reflected by our actions:

• Safety is Priority One – and our record shows it
• Competitive Pay
• Company 401K plan with Employer Contribution Match
• Company Paid Time Off
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Choice of Medical Coverage including Prescription and Short Term Disability Plans
• Choice of Dental and Vision Coverage
• Optional Long-term Disability, Critical Illness, Accident, Legal and Pet Coverage
• Auto and Home Insurance Discount Programs

Additional Data:

PLEASE NO AGENCY CALLS.
NOTE TO ALL AGENCIES: Any unsolicited agency resumes or agency represented candidates that are presented to any IES employee without first having a signed contract between that agency and the IES Talent Acquisition organization will become the property of IES and no fees will be paid.

EEO & Affirmative Action

The IES policy on equal employment opportunity prohibits discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, sexual orientation, individuals with disabilities, protected veterans, or any other protected status or characteristic. This policy applies to recruiting, hiring, transfers, promotions, terminations, compensation, benefits, and all other terms and conditions of employment, and also states that retaliation against any employee who files a complaint regarding possible violations of this policy will not be tolerated. IES is also committed to taking affirmative steps to promote the employment of minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans. IES develops affirmative action programs to support its commitment to equal employment opportunity, consistent with company policy and the company’s obligations as a contractor to the United States government.

View Your Equal Employment Opportunity rights under the law. "Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal; Conozca sus Derechos: La Discriminación en el Lugar de Trabajo es Ilegal

Disability Accommodation

IES is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. IES provides reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974 and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. Applicants who need accommodation in the job application process should contact the IES corporate office at (713) 860-1500 or any IES office to request assistance.

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