Regional Safety Manager

Company: Charter Manufacturing Co., Inc.
Location: Richfield
Posted on: January 2, 2026

Job Description:

Charter Manufacturing is a fourth-generation family-owned business where our will to grow drives us to do it better. Join the team and become part of our family! We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Regional Safety Manager to champion our unwavering commitment to a proactive and highly valued safety culture at Charter Steel . This is a pivotal role with exceptional potential for professional growth, including the opportunity to be considered in succession planning for the EHS Director-level within one year . Due to recent investments and the expansion of the EHS &E organization at Charter, new roles like this one have been created to provide additional resources and strengthen our capabilities—an investment that reflects our ongoing commitment to continually improving safety across the company. In this role, you will partner directly with business leaders at all levels to develop and implement strategic safety programs, ensuring compliance and driving performance throughout the organization. This is your chance to be part of a company that not only prioritizes safety but also invests in its people, providing you with the support and resources to make a lasting impact as our business continues to grow. Apply today to join our team! Position Specifics Position to sit onsite at Saukville, WI location Openness to travel, as needed Key Responsibilities : Lead and continuously improve the Safety Management System across the division. Lead and direct the Safety Learning Strategy across the division. Lead the Management of Change, Safety in Design and Construction Safety Projects across the site. Engage and collaborate with internal customers to develop strategic safety improvement plans and drive them to produce desired safety results and meet established targets. Lead, direct, and disseminate safety programs for all the businesses plants, including development of policies and processes to ensure safety compliance, as well as determining and implementing any necessary corrective action in safety programs. Advise and instruct operating management concerning the organization’s safety objectives . Conduct annual audits to evaluate operating performance to established policies, procedures, and governmental regulations. Coordinate audits with external partners such as insurance carriers. Lead and develop Safety team, including the creation of individual development plans to foster continuous professional growth and development. Promote a safe working environment for all employees at all Charter business specific sites. Manage accident investigation and corrective actions, housekeeping, and safety auditing processes. Support and serve as a resource for safety teams to utilize their knowledge of day-to-day operations regarding safety to drive improvements and create value added processes. Assist teams to arrive at the accident root cause(s) and to develop an action plan and follow-up system that eliminates recurrence . Manage Worker’s Compensation and return to work program. Manage the justification and prioritization of safety resources, including capital , across the Charter business specific sites. Maintain and oversee safety records including but not limited to OSHA logs and OSHA compliance documentation . Develop direct reports. Hire, assign and review work, interview, train, discipline, evaluate performance, enforce policies, and recommend changes on employee status. What you’ll need Bachelor’s Degree in Occupational Safety and Health or related field. Seven plus years’ progressive safety experience, including a minimum of four years at a plant level and prior supervisory responsibility for safety professionals. Experience in Worker's Compensation Insurance. A working background with team environments and coordinating safety initiatives (SDWT, problem solving teams or work cells) or equivalent team training. Demonstrated practical experience in safety process improvement and statutory requirements. Experience interacting with local, state, and federal regulatory agencies. Ability to interpret and apply OSHA regulations on a practical basis. Familiarity with basic medical terminology. Strong written and verbal communication skills with the demonstrated ability to communicate successfully with multiple levels within an organization using tact and discretion. Demonstrated skills in the area of partnering with operational groups to develop and achieve strategic safety goals. Strong personal initiative and demonstrated leadership skills. Strong organizational skills. Proficiency with advanced features of Microsoft Office software products. Nice to have Master’s Degree in Occupational Safety and Health or related field. One or more of the following safety certifications: PE, CHMM, CSP , CIH. Training in total quality management, Continuous Improvement and customer service systems, or experience with similar processes. Background in environmental health. EMT/ First Responder Certification. We offer comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits, along with a 401(k) plan that includes employer matching and profit sharing. Additionally, we offer company-paid life insurance, disability coverage, and paid time off (PTO).

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