Safety Manager

About JLG, an Oshkosh company

JLG began in 1969, when our founder, John L. Grove set out to resolve growing safety concerns in the construction industry. Since then we have been committed to understanding the challenges and delivering innovative solutions to the access market. We partner with customers to provide quality equipment, training opportunities and trusted support within the access industry. We are a global company, and our products—including mobile elevating work platforms, telehandlers, utility vehicles and accessories—can be found all over the world.

As a Safety Manager, you will oversee the development, implementation, and maintenance of safety programs at our Jefferson City and Knoxville locations. Leading a small support team, you will drive a proactive safety culture, ensure regulatory compliance, and minimize workplace risks to create a safe and efficient work environment.

YOUR IMPACT

• Provide direction and guidance on the implementation and maintenance of all health and safety programs.

• Conduct safety assessments on manufacturing equipment.

• Analyze safety trends and implement corrective actions.

• Lead incident reviews with supervisors and management.

• Participate in tool run-off meetings and safety analyses for production lines.

• Assist management in developing, implementing, and enforcing safety programs.

• Evaluate risks and establish guidelines for roles, training, performance metrics, and incentives within the safety management system.

• Ensure compliance with OSHA, federal, state, and local health and safety regulations.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Safety Science, Industrial Hygiene, or related field

• 5-plus years safety management experience

STANDOUT QUALIFICATIONS

• Safety Experience in manufacturing environment

• ASP or Certified Safety Professional (CSP) certification.

• Strong knowledge of OSHA regulations, risk assessment, and hazard analysis.

• Proven ability to lead safety audits, inspections, and investigations.

• Experience in incident root cause analysis and corrective action implementation.

• Ability to collaborate across departments to integrate safety into daily operations.

• Exhibit strong leadership, development and project management skills

WHY JLG, AN OSHKOSH COMPANY?

Moving the future forward is our priority and this includes your future. We encourage professional development and champion our employees’ success through various skills and training opportunities. Named one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies™ by Ethisphere Institute for six consecutive years, everything we do at Oshkosh is guided by our core values and the ~15k team members around the world who embody them.

We put people first. We do the right thing. We persevere. We are better together.

Pay Range:

The above pay range reflects the minimum and maximum target pay for the position across all U.S. locations. Within this range, individual pay is determined by various factors, including the scope and responsibilities of the role, the candidate's experience, education and skills, as well as the equity of pay among team members in similar positions. Beyond offering a competitive total rewards package, we prioritize a people-first culture and offer various opportunities to support team member growth and success.

Oshkosh is committed to working with and offering reasonable accommodation to job applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to disability for any part of the employment process, please contact us at corporatetalentacquisition@oshkoshcorp.com.

Oshkosh Corporation is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. This company will provide equal opportunity to all individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Information collected regarding categories as provided by law will in no way affect the decision regarding an employment application.

Oshkosh Corporation will not discharge or in any manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with Oshkosh Corporation's legal duty to furnish information.

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