Safety Manager

Airgas

Chicago, IL

Pay: $50-$58/hr

Shift: Full time

R10104813 Safety Manager (Open) Location: Chicago, IL (ASG) - Industrial spec gas How will you CONTRIBUTE and GROW? We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace that embraces the unique perspectives of our employees, our customers, patients, community stakeholders, and cultures across the world. We believe that a variety of backgrounds makes our team stronger and more innovative. At Airgas, we RESPECT , HONOR and VALUE diversity. Airgas is Hiring for a Safety Manager in Chicago, IL! We are looking for you ! Annual Salary - $105,000-$120,000 Comprehensive Family Benefits: Airgas offers a full benefits package designed to support your whole life, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, AD D, and Disability Insurance. Benefits: Airgas offers a full benefits package designed to support your whole life, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, AD D, and Disability Insurance. Support for Parents: We offer up to 14-week paid child birth benefits to support growing families. Future Security: 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match, Tuition Assistance, Paid Holidays, Vacation, and Sick time. Early Access: Your benefits start after just 30 days of employment The Safety Manager collaborates on and coordinates the area’s loss control initiatives, supporting training for regulatory safety compliance, claims stewardship, and audits aligned with standard operating procedures. Foster and advance the Airgas Safety culture – putting safety first. Cultivating and maintaining the directives of Airgas’ safety policies and procedures. Partner with and support facilities in meeting Local, State and Federal regulatory compliance standards, including OSHA, EPA, DOT DHS. Cultivates and nurtures a supportive safety and compliance culture, implementing programs to ensure colleague well-being and company regulatory compliance. Facilitates and guides learning sessions, coordinates reviews, and provides helpful guidance on Airgas standard operating procedures (SOP), including the Safety Manual, Medical Gas Manual, and other key corporate compliance initiatives. Coordinates environmentally related regulatory compliance efforts (SARA, Waste Management, etc.) with operational partners. Offers collaborative guidance and support to the Airgas incident review committee. Collaborates to create and implement practical action plans to mitigate risks and enhance workplace well-being. Conducts incident reviews in close partnership with Facility and Operations Management, working collaboratively with insurance carriers to resolve claims thoughtfully. Participates in activities designed to support colleagues in championing shared safety initiatives across the organization. Connects across organization facilities to identify potential health and safety needs, recommending constructive preventive measures; performs periodic internal safety reviews and ensures results are shared constructively with the facility manager and Director/VP of Safety. Offers supportive recommendations for corrective opportunities identified during facility reviews, establishing achievable target dates for enhancements. Maintains an accurate network directory of emergency contact details; provides updated information to SAFECOR Representatives for emergency response/Chemtrec listings. Keeps teams and colleagues informed, educated, and prepared regarding the handling of hazardous materials and substances. Compiles and submits transparent accident/injury reports required by regulatory bodies and SAFECOR. Works closely with the Human Resources Department on worker’s care programs, partnering with third-party administrators to support associate recovery and minimize lost-time disruptions. Designs, coordinates, and facilitates accessible learning programs and resources that build shared confidence in safe practices throughout the Company. Represents the organization with care and integrity in community and industry safety groups and programs. Actively contributes to the AERO (Airgas Emergency Response Operations) Team. Coordinates and maintains the Airgas Intellex system and collaborative information-sharing tools. Performs other collaborative duties as assigned ________________________ Are you a MATCH?

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this position successfully, an individual must be able to perform each job duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties. Required Education Experience: Bachelor’s degree in a related degree field required. In lieu of degree, consideration for up to 5 years of additional related experience may be accepted. CSP/ASP/OHST (Certified Safety Professional) certification preferred. A minimum of 5 years of related safety experience within a production and distribution environment. Knowledge, Skills Abilities : Must have excellent organizational, writte