Regional Safety Manager

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Promote and reinforce a culture that Demands Safety
• Partner with operations managers, supervisors, and employees to improve safety performance and accountability.
• Provide coaching, mentoring, and guidance to field and plant leadership regarding safety expectations and best practices.
• Conduct compliance inspections and audits at ready-mix plants, aggregate operations, manufacturing facilities, jobsites and other Company locations.

• Monitor and interpret OSHA, MSHA, DOT, HAZMAT, and other applicable regulations.
• Assist in the development and implementation of corporate safety strategies and objectives.
• Support industrial hygiene assessments and implementation of corrective actions when necessary.

• Lead or assist with accident, injury, near-miss, property damage, vehicle accident, and liability investigations.
• Identify emerging risks and recommend mitigation strategies.

• Support budgeting and planning initiatives related to safety improvements and capital projects.

• Participate in and represent the company in industry organizations and safety committees.
• Maintain effective relationships with regulatory agencies, insurance partners, and external stakeholders.
• Assist managers with performance improvement and disciplinary processes related to safety compliance.

Qualifications

To perform this position successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• Bachelor's degree in Occupational Safety, Environmental Health, Risk Management, Industrial Technology, Construction Management, Engineering, or related field; and
• Five (5) years or more of progressively responsible safety experience in manufacturing, construction materials, aggregates, ready-mix concrete, transportation, mining, or related industries.
• Strong knowledge of OSHA, MSHA, DOT, HAZMAT, and related safety regulations.
• Ability to interpret regulations and translate requirements into practical operational solutions.
• Strong communication, presentation, coaching, and conflict-resolution skills.
• Experience working independently while effectively collaborating across multiple business units.
• Demonstrated leadership and relationship-building skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and safety reporting systems.
• Ability to analyze data and communicate performance metrics effectively
• Valid driver's license required.
• OSHA 30-hour certification preferred.
• MSHA certification preferred.
• First Aid, CPR, and AED certification preferred.
• Powered industrial equipment Train-the-Trainer certifications preferred.
• Other professional safety certifications (CHST, ASP, CSP, SMS, etc.) are desirable.

Physical Demands

• Work will be performed in both office and field environments.
• Frequent walking, climbing, standing, and driving required.
• Ability to access active construction, manufacturing, aggregate, and ready-mix operations.
• Occasional lifting, bending, and exposure to varying weather conditions.

Work Environment

The work environment includes office settings, manufacturing facilities, ready-mix operations, aggregate sites, warehouses, distribution facilities, and construction environments. Appropriate personal protective equipment must be worn when required.  Exposure may include:

• Moving mechanical equipment
• Vehicle traffic
• Elevated work areas
• Dust, noise, vibration, and weather conditions
• Electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems
• Chemicals, fuels, and industrial materials

Travel throughout Minnesota, Iowa, Nebraska, North Dakota, and South Dakota to support company operations.

Participate in occasional evening and weekend activities, training, and meetings.