Safety Manager

Job Title: Safety Manager
Company: Lippert Mechanical
Location: Kansas City, Missouri
Employment Type: Full-Time

Position Summary

Lippert Mechanical is seeking a proactive and experienced Safety Manager to lead and enhance our safety programs across assigned business units. This role is responsible for promoting a strong safety culture, ensuring regulatory compliance, and supporting field operations through training, risk mitigation, and continuous improvement initiatives.

The ideal candidate is a hands-on leader who thrives in both field and office environments and is passionate about creating safe, compliant, and high-performing job sites.

Key Responsibilities

• Champion a company-wide safety culture by working closely with employees at all levels
• Develop, implement, and continuously improve safety policies, programs, and procedures
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, ANSI, and all federal, state, and local safety regulations
• Conduct regular job site inspections and risk assessments to identify and mitigate hazards
• Lead incident investigations, including root cause analysis and corrective action implementation
• Maintain accurate safety records, including OSHA logs and incident documentation
• Prepare and submit monthly, quarterly, and annual safety reports
• Develop and deliver safety training programs, including new hire orientation and ongoing education
• Organize and facilitate safety committee meetings and follow up on action items
• Serve as the primary point of contact for all safety-related questions, concerns, and regulatory inquiries
• Support PPE evaluation, selection, and compliance
• Assist with permits and required regulatory reporting
• Collaborate with project teams, customers, and vendors to ensure safety requirements are met

Skills & Competencies

• Strong knowledge of OSHA standards and safety regulations
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to influence and engage employees at all levels
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Detail-oriented with strong problem-solving abilities
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

• Combination of office and field environments
• Ability to sit, stand, and walk for extended periods
• Frequent job site visits, which may include exposure to construction environments

Equal Opportunity & Accommodations

Lippert Mechanical is an equal opportunity employer. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

Qualifications

Education:

• High school diploma or GED required
• Degree in Occupational Health & Safety or related field (or equivalent experience) preferred

Experience:

• 2–5 years of experience in a safety role, preferably in construction, HVAC, or mechanical environments

Certifications:

• OSHA 30 Certification required
• CHST, CSP, and/or First Aid/CPR certifications are a plus