Safety Training Manager

Position Summary:

The Safety Training Manager provides strategic leadership for the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of the company’s safety training programs. This role oversees the development of hazard-specific training content, manages vendor relationships, ensures regulatory compliance, and leads a team responsible for training delivery and LMS administration. The manager plays a key role in shaping the organization’s safety culture, reducing risk, and supporting operational excellence across all facilities.

Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership & Program Management

• Develop and execute the company’s safety training strategy to support corporate safety objectives and regulatory compliance.
• Collaborate closely with EHS leaders, Plant Managers, HR, and Operations to identify training needs and align priorities.
• Lead the planning, budgeting, and prioritization of safety training initiatives across all sites.
• Establish and maintain training governance, including standards, documentation, and quality assurance processes.

Training Development & Delivery Oversight

• Facilitate the creation of hazard-specific safety training programs (e.g., Lockout/Tagout, Confined Space, Electrical Safety, Working at Heights).
• Ensure consistent delivery of training across all sites through standardized materials and facilitator guidance.

Regulatory Compliance & Continuous Improvement

• Ensure all training programs meet or exceed OSHA, NFPA, ANSI, and company requirements.
• Monitor regulatory changes and industry trends to proactively update training content.
• Develop and track KPIs to measure training effectiveness, engagement, and impact on safety performance.

Learning Management System (LMS) Oversight and Competency Programs

• Oversee LMS configuration, reporting, and data integrity to ensure accurate tracking of training completion.
• Lead the evaluation and selection of LMS enhancements, tools, and external training technologies.
• Manage companywide certification programs for employees in high-risk roles.
• Develop competency frameworks and progression paths for safety-critical job functions.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Safety, Training, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 3–5 years of experience in safety training, curriculum development, or EHS roles.
• Experience with LMS administration and e-learning development.
• Strong knowledge of OSHA standards and hazard-specific safety requirements.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office; advanced Excel skills preferred.

Preferred Qualifications - What Will Set You Apart

• Experience in a manufacturing or industrial setting.
• Familiarity with SCORM-compliant training modules.
• Certifications such as OSHA 30-Hour (General Industry or Construction), NFPA 70E, or CSP.