Safety Manager - Industrial Construction/Maintenance

Company: The Jamar Company
Job Title: Safety Manager
Location: Duluth, MN - Onsite
Opportunity Type: Non-Union - Safety Administration
Employment Type: Full-Time

The Jamar Company is a solution-focused specialty services provider with a strong regional presence and national reach. We deliver dependable, industry-leading results through innovation, safety, and field leadership. Our diverse and passionate team thrives on collaboration, values relationships, and is committed to making a positive impact. We're driven by growth, excellence, and the belief that the best ideas come from diverse perspectives.

The Safety Manager leads occupational safety efforts across our Midwest and Great Lakes operations. This high-visibility role requires strong communication and a consistent presence on jobsites to support project teams and implement comprehensive safety plans. Key responsibilities include ensuring compliance with OSHA and customer standards, managing site safety staff, developing site-specific safety plans, conducting risk assessments and training, leading incident investigations, managing claims, and driving company-wide safety initiatives. This proactive leader will thrive in a fast-paced environment, reinforcing our safety culture, standardizing protocols, and continuously improving safety performance to ensure the well-being of all team members.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Provide full-time site safety support for assigned projects and outages as needed.
• Identify, recruit, and place qualified safety professionals to staff company projects and outages.
• Develop written site-specific safety plans in collaboration with project managers, field leaders, and site safety professionals.
• Conduct safety audits to ensure compliance with customer, OSHA, and regulatory standards; report findings to project leadership.
• Identify gaps in safety program effectiveness, assess risks, implement control plans, and monitor for ongoing safety and compliance.
• Design and deliver training programs to promote a strong safety culture, with a focus on developing safety leadership in field teams.
• Create site-specific training materials that meet regulatory and safety requirements.
• Support incident, injury, and claims management by leading investigations and ensuring corrective actions are implemented.
• Develop and implement strategic initiatives to drive continuous improvement in safety performance.
• Participate in customer meetings and project safety walkthroughs as needed.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of company-wide safety and loss prevention programs.
• Manage and execute tasks in accordance with company policies and procedures.
• Support broader company and corporate initiatives, including strategic planning and idea sharing.
• Represent the company both internally and externally in a professional manner consistent with our values and mission.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Education & Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in environmental health & safety or related field is required.
• 5 years or more safety-related experience is required.
• Strong knowledge of OSHA 1926 and 1910 standards is required.

Preferred Education & Experience:

• Industrial construction/maintenance experience is preferred.
• Board of Certified Safety Professionals (BCSP) certification (CSP, ASP, or CHST) is preferred.

Other Details:

• This position will report regularly in person to Duluth, MN.
• Frequent travel (50%+) to local/regional sites is required; role may involve extended hours and weekend work during peak project seasons.
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license and acceptable driving record in accordance with company policy.
• Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Smartsheet).
• Proven ability to communicate professionally across all levels, including client-facing interactions.
• All offers of employment are expressly contingent upon the satisfactory completion, in accordance with Company policy, of a pre-employment drug screening and background check.

What Sets Us Apart:

Safety - You are part of a team that practices safety first in all we do.
Innovative Culture - Where all ideas are valued and new concepts are encouraged, ensuring continuous growth and out-of-the-box thinking.
Onboarding - Coordinated support to ensure integration into the company, complete understanding of role and team members,
Collaborative Environment - Join a collaborative workspace where support and open communication are the foundation, leading to stronger relationships and teams.
Continuous Learning - Access to resources and opportunities for day-to-day learning, and professional development
Community Engagement - We encourage and support community involvement and volunteer work, providing opportunities to give back and make a positive impact in their communities
Impact - Be a part of a company that makes a difference, both the in market and in the community.

Compensation & Benefits:

• The expected annual compensation range for this position is $67,700-$101,500. Compensation offered to the selected candidate will vary depending on relevant knowledge, skills, training, experience, and market conditions.
• This position is eligible for annual discretionary bonus and profit sharing based on company performance in addition to other benefits that support the total well-being of you and your family. Some benefits include:
  
  
  
  • Comprehensive Health Coverage: Medical, Dental, & Vision Options
  • Employer-Paid Coverage: Group Term Life, Short & Long-Term Disability Coverage
  • 401K with Employer Match
  • Discounted Company Stock (Employee Stock Purchase Plan)
  • Profit Sharing
  • Generous Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays
  • Employee Referral Bonus Program
  • Robust Training/Development & Professional Growth Opportunities
  • Exclusive Discounts: Access to Perks Marketplace Discount Program
  • Company Engagement, and More
  
  
  
  

Employer will not sponsor Visas for position.

External applicants must apply online via www.jamarcompany.com/careers.

The Jamar Company is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability.

If you are a person with a disability and need assistance with the application process, or if you're experiencing difficulty using our website to apply for a position, please reach out to our Human Resources department at careers@jamarcompany.us.

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