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About the Role

The Safety Program Manager is responsible for leading, implementing, and sustaining a comprehensive Safety, Health, and Environmental (SHE) program aligned with Reworld standards. This facility-level industrial EHS leadership role emphasizes OSHA compliance, safety management, environmental stewardship, and daily partnership with operations and maintenance teams. Safety is a core value at Reworld, and this role is critical in advancing the commitment to protecting employees, communities, and the environment through operational excellence, compliance leadership, and a culture of continuous improvement. The role spans strategic, tactical, and transformational safety leadership, including regulatory compliance, safety policy implementation, training, incident investigation, OSHA Voluntary Protection Program (VPP) activities, and continuous improvement initiatives. The incumbent oversees employee safety training and supports daily safety and health activities. This role may also support cross-facility collaboration, mentor other Safety Program Managers, and participate in enterprise-wide safety initiatives. This position is eligible for a sign-on bonus.

Responsibilities

Lead and manage all aspects of the facility's Safety, Health, and Environmental (SHE) programs, demonstrating a visible and personal commitment to safety excellence and injury-free operations.
Ensure compliance with applicable OSHA 1910/1926 regulations, permits, and Reworld safety requirements, including OSHA Voluntary Protection Program initiatives where applicable.
Monitor program effectiveness through KPIs, audits, field observations, and inspections; implement corrective actions and continuous improvement initiatives.
Lead accident, near-miss, first-aid, recordable, vehicle, and contractor incident investigations, including scene security, medical response coordination, root cause analysis, and corrective action implementation.
Maintain complete, accurate, and compliant safety records, logs, reports, and regulatory documentation.
Manage the facility safety training program, including required training, alerts, bulletins, procedures, and contractor compliance requirements.
Educate, coach, and motivate employees and contractors on safe work practices while recognizing positive behaviors and addressing unsafe conditions and acts.
Partner with facility leadership to oversee contractor and temporary worker safety performance, qualifications, training, tools, and equipment.
Serve as the primary contact for occupational health and medical surveillance programs, including physical examinations, hearing conservation, respirator evaluations, and other required monitoring.
Support facility environmental compliance activities including inspections, permit requirements, reporting obligations, and applicable federal, state, and local regulations.
Lead safety committees and collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement initiatives and strengthen safety culture.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree preferred in Safety, Occupational Health, Environmental Science, Engineering, or a related discipline. Equivalent industrial experience will be considered.
Two to four years (2-4) or more years of occupational health and safety experience, preferably in industrial manufacturing, thermomechanical treatment (TTF) operations, power generation, utility, chemical processing, materials recovery, recycling, or other heavy industrial environments.
Working knowledge of OSHA 1910, OSHA 1926, and applicable state safety regulations.
Experience supporting operations and maintenance activities within an industrial facility strongly preferred.
Ability to walk, stand, sit, and climb ladders and stairs.
Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
Ability to work at heights and in confined spaces.
Ability to qualify for and wear a full-face respirator.
Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
Uphold Reworld's Values, including contributing to a safe and inclusive workplace, delivering results through trust, and building breakthrough capabilities.

Skills

Self-directed, action-oriented leader with strong ethical standards and personal accountability.
Proven ability to lead through influence and achieve results independently and through teams.
Strong interpersonal, coaching, and communication skills.
Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities with a focus on operational excellence and risk reduction.
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced industrial environment.
Effective change agent who can challenge the status quo and drive meaningful improvement.
Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Visio.
Professional safety certifications such as ASP, CSP, OHST, or CHST are preferred.

Location

Primary location

Work Type

Full-time

Experience Level

2-4 years

Education Level

Bachelor's degree preferred

Salary/Compensations

$109,500.00 - $145,700.00 USD per annum

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, prescription drugs, dental, and vision coverage
FSA, HSA
Short- and long-term disability benefits
401(k) plan with up to a 7% company match
Company-paid life and AD&D insurance
EAP
Paid parental leave
Educational assistance

About the Company

For more than 40 years, Reworld has been a leader in sustainable waste solutions, providing innovative solutions that help customers achieve carbon-negative outcomes.
Reworld is leading the charge to a carbon-negative future through revolutionary sustainable materials management solutions that reduce, reuse, recycle and reimagine waste for the benefit of society and the environment.
Reworld partners with businesses by offering cutting-edge engineering and innovative solutions, to help customers reduce, reuse, recycle and recover value from waste streams and meet or exceed their sustainability goals.
Reworld's differentiator comes from its ecosystem of technology, facilities and partnerships, trusted by the world’s largest organizations to reimagine waste management for a smarter, more sustainable world.

Equal Opportunity

Reworld is an Equal Opportunity Employer, has developed an Affirmative Action Program (AAP), and will not discriminate against any qualified applicants because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability (including perceived disability, physical, mental, and/or intellectual disabilities), veteran status, liability for service in the Armed Forces of the United States, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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