Safety Manager

Job DetailsLevel: ExperiencedJob Location: Maryland - Baltimore, MD 21224Position Type: Full TimeEducation Level: 4 Year DegreeTravel Percentage: NoneJob Shift: DayJob Category: ManufacturingSafety Manager Job Summary:

The Safety Manager is responsible for leading, coordinating, and continuously improving the organization’s health and safety programs across the Pompeian manufacturing operations. This role centralizes key safety, health, and compliance activities that are currently managed within HR and Operations, providing consistent oversight, expertise, and accountability. The Safety Manager will continue to build on the company’s existing safety culture and active programs by strengthening compliance, standardizing practices, enhance training, enhance emergency procedures, and using data to reduce risk, prevent injuries, and support operational excellence at a multi-site, multi-shift manufacturing facility. The role is on site at Pompeian HQ at 4201 Pulaski Highway in Baltimore and will report to the VP of HR.

Safety Manager Job Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required
5+ years of safety or EHS experience in a manufacturing environment required
In-depth knowledge of OSHA regulations required
Experience with ISO 45001, OSHA Star, or other safety program standards a plus
Experience conducting incident investigations in a manufacturing environment
Experience in multi-shift manufacturing settings
Strong communication skills and ability to influence
Strong understanding of operations in a manufacturing environment
Continuous improvement mindset with a balance between compliance and practicality
Collaborative partnership approach and ability to lead others
Proficiency in PowerPoint and Excel required
Professional certifications (CSP, ASP, CHST) a plus

Safety Manager Pay & Perks

Starting range is 90-115K with opportunities for advancement
Eligible for bonus
401K
401K matching
Health, Vision, Dental Insurance, 100% monthly premium funded by Pompeian for a single or family

Health Reimbursement Account

Paid vacation, 40 hours paid sick leave, 9 paid holidays, 2 paid floating holidays
Annual safety shoe allowance
Paid time off for Jury Duty, Bereavement Leave, and Volunteer Events

Employee Referral Bonus Program

Free Employee Assistance Program for employees and household members
Employee led programs for wellness, diversity, and planned community events

Educational Assistance Program

Family Scholarship Program

Opportunity to work with a 2026 USA Today Top Workplace, 2026 Top Workplace in manufacturing, compensation & benefits and one of Maryland healthiest business

Safety Manager Job Responsibilities

Safety Program Leadership & Strategy

Own and administer the companywide health and safety management system across manufacturing operations
Evaluate existing safety programs and standardize best practices across sites and departments
Partner with Operations leadership to integrate safety into production, quality, warehouse, and maintenance activities
Serve as the subject matter expert for occupational health, industrial safety, and regulatory compliance

Regulatory Compliance & Risk Management

Ensure compliance with OSHA, DOT, state, federal and local safety regulations
Lead internal inspections, regulatory inspections, and audits
Conduct job hazard analyses and risk assessments
Track corrective actions and ensure closure

Incident Management & Prevention

Lead injury, near‑miss, and incident investigations
Identify root causes and implement preventive actions
Coordinate workers’ compensation with HR
Track and analyze safety performance metrics
Prepare & submit accident reports in accordance with applicable regulatory requirements

Training & Employee Engagement

Develop and deliver safety training programs
Support supervisor accountability for safety performance
Lead safety committees and employee engagement initiatives
Promote a proactive safety reporting culture
Celebrating safety successes

Collaboration with HR & Operations

Partner with HR on workers’ compensation, return‑to‑work, and training documentation
Partner with Operations on equipment safety, LOTO, CAPEX projects and contractor safety
Lead annual hearing testing, safety shoe allowance, and Industrial hygiene testing

Data, Reporting, & Continuous Improvement

Maintain OSHA logs. KPIs, and safety documentation
Prepare dashboards, leadership reports and establish new processes as needed
Identify trends and recommend risk reduction initiatives

General

Aligning with company mission, goals and values
Ensure all environmental projects comply with company goals
Perform all other duties and tasks assigned

"I have been employed with Pompeian for 5 years, working with the Olive Oil People connects me to a tradition that goes back generations, from harvesting to bottling, and there is pride in every step of producing high-quality olive oil"

Demetric, Line Leader - Production

About us: The Olive Oil People – is America’s largest national brand of olive oil, bestselling vinegars and a variety of cooking sprays. Farmer owned and Baltimore based since 1906, Pompeian is a family of olive farmers and olive oil craftsmen whose passion, expertise and dedication bring the best-tasting, highest-quality olive oils to kitchens everywhere. Upholding the highest quality standards, Pompeian conducts daily testing through our in-house quality assurance team in the state-of-the-art Pompeian Quality Control and Research & Development Center ensuring each bottle is always at peak freshness. Inspired by heritage and tradition, Pompeian products are rooted in authenticity and crafted for quality and great taste. To learn more about Pompeian please visit Pompeian.com and LinkedIn

*Most new hires are placed within the posted salary or wage range and have the opportunity to earn more over time. Initial placement within the range is determined in good faith based on job-related factors, which may include the position’s requirements, the candidate’s relevant skills, experience, education or training, knowledge in the relevant area of expertise, internal pay equity, market data, the budgeted range for the position, and other lawful business considerations. Base salary is only one component of Pompeian’s competitive Total Rewards package, which may also include benefits and other compensation depending on the position.

*Pompeian is an equal opportunity employer. Pompeian’s employment practices are administered without regard to race (including traits associated with race, such as hair texture, afro hairstyles, and protective hairstyles), color, religion or religious creed, sex (including pregnancy), age, ancestry, national origin, disability, genetic information, military status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status or any other classifications protected by local, state and federal laws. The policy governs all aspects of employment, including selection, job assignment, compensation, discipline, termination, and access to benefits and training.

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