What are the responsibilities and job description for the Safety Manager position at Novo Logistics?
Novo Logistics
Position: Safety Manager - 3PL Operations (Michelin inside US5)
Location: Lexington, South Carolina
Competitive salary based on experience!
Company Description
"The Novo culture has the utmost respect for our team members, families, and the local community. As a member of Novo, we warmly welcome you and your family to the Novo team. We empower our team members to advocate for our cultural values of respect, safety, transparency, and continuous improvement. Our team is proud to work for Novo, and we’re proud to work with them.
Join us in making a difference for our partners."
Job Overview
Novo Logistics is seeking an experienced and dedicated Safety Manager to oversee all health, safety, and environmental (HSE) aspects at a designated site. This role ensures compliance with local, state, and federal regulations, along with internal policies, while fostering a culture of safety and continuous improvement. The position focuses on mitigating risks, enhancing workplace well-being, and driving operational excellence.
Key Responsibilities
Safety Leadership
Position: Safety Manager - 3PL Operations (Michelin inside US5)
Location: Lexington, South Carolina
Competitive salary based on experience!
Company Description
"The Novo culture has the utmost respect for our team members, families, and the local community. As a member of Novo, we warmly welcome you and your family to the Novo team. We empower our team members to advocate for our cultural values of respect, safety, transparency, and continuous improvement. Our team is proud to work for Novo, and we’re proud to work with them.
Join us in making a difference for our partners."
Job Overview
Novo Logistics is seeking an experienced and dedicated Safety Manager to oversee all health, safety, and environmental (HSE) aspects at a designated site. This role ensures compliance with local, state, and federal regulations, along with internal policies, while fostering a culture of safety and continuous improvement. The position focuses on mitigating risks, enhancing workplace well-being, and driving operational excellence.
Key Responsibilities
Safety Leadership
- Promote a culture of safety through proactive training, communication, and engagement with operational leadership using a hands-on approach.
- Develop, implement, and manage comprehensive safety programs and policies tailored to the team while supporting operations in a manufacturing environment.
- Serve as the primary contact for safety-related matters and lead responses to emergencies and incidents.
- Collaborate with on-site safety teams to implement shared safety programs and initiatives.
- Facilitate and lead the site Safety Committee.
- Ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, and other applicable health, safety, and environmental regulations.
- Conduct regular safety audits, risk assessments, and inspections, addressing identified hazards promptly.
- Maintain accurate documentation of safety incidents, corrective actions, and compliance efforts.
- Design, develop, and implement safety training programs for employees at all levels, including new hire orientation, hazard communication, and equipment-specific protocols.
- Integrate updates from industry best practices and regulatory changes into training and safety programs.
- Ensure required certifications and recertifications are completed for all team members.
- Investigate workplace incidents, near-misses, and accidents to identify root causes and implement corrective actions.
- Collaborate with operational teams to develop preventive measures and safety improvement strategies.
- Utilize data-driven solutions and metrics to monitor and enhance safety performance.
- Degree in occupational safety and health, safety engineering, or a related field from an accredited institution.
- At least five years of relevant experience with a proven track record in the industry.
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills, including root cause analysis.
- Authorized OSHA 10- and 30-hour General Industry Training preferred.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- Valid driver’s license.
- Reliable transportation.
- Authorization to work in the United States.
- Minimum age of 18 at the time of application.
- Willingness to undergo a background check and drug screening.
- Work occurs in both an office environment with moderate lighting and temperature and outside areas surrounding warehouse and manufacturing facilities.
- Exposure to heat, cold, inclement weather, and potentially hazardous materials or situations, including extreme heights, dust, fumes, and loud noise.
- Use of personal protective equipment is required.
- Duties involve computer use and may include extended working hours.
- Full-Time, Exempt
- Weekly salaried pay via direct deposit.
- Employer-sponsored medical insurance with nominal employee contributions.
- Dental, vision, life insurance, and additional options are available.
- Employer match option available.
- PTO hours are provided according to internal policy.
- 5 year(s): At least five years of relevant experience with a proven track record in the industry. Strong problem-solving and analytical skills, including root cause analysis. Authorized OSHA 10- and 30-hour General Industry Training preferred. Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- Bachelors or better
- Driver's License
- Oral Communication
- Proficiency
- Multitasking
- Implementation
- Microsoft Office
- Metrics
- Verbal Communication
- Microsoft Excel
- Logical Thinking
- Leadership
- Flexibility
- Data Collection
- Critical Thinking
- Goal Setting
- Cooperation
- Goal Achievement
- Engagement
- Creative Thinking
- Written Communication
- Client Support
- Collect Information
- Communication
- Certifications
- Analytical
- Active Listening
- Thought Provoking: Capable of making others think deeply on a subject
- Innovative: Consistently introduces new ideas and demonstrates original thinking
- Team Player: Works well as a member of a group
- Enthusiastic: Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest
- Leader: Inspires teammates to follow them
- Functional Expert: Considered a thought leader on a subject
- Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well
- Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity
- Entrepreneurial Spirit: Inspired to perform well by an ability to drive new ventures within the business
- Self-Starter: Inspired to perform without outside help
- Peer Recognition: Inspired to perform well by the praise of coworkers
- Goal Completion: Inspired to perform well by the completion of tasks
- Flexibility: Inspired to perform well when granted the ability to set your own schedule and goals
- Ability to Make an Impact: Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization
