Safety Manager Jobs in California

A Safety Manager in the human resources industry is responsible for developing and implementing safety protocols and procedures to ensure a safe and secure working environment. They are tasked with conducting regular safety audits, training staff on safety regulations and practices, and investigating accidents or incidents to identify their causes and find ways to prevent them in the future. They also liaise with regulatory bodies to ensure compliance with local, state, and federal safety laws and regulations. Their role is critical in managing risks, reducing work-related injuries, and improving employee welfare and productivity.

Prior to becoming a Safety Manager, an individual may have held roles such as Safety Officer, Safety Coordinator, or Health and Safety Specialist. Important skills for a Safety Manager include strong communication and leadership abilities, attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and knowledge of safety regulations and best practices. Safety Managers should also have relevant certifications, such as Certified Safety Professional (CSP) or Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH), which attest to their expertise and commitment to safety management.

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Safety Manager

  • San Diego, CA
  • 8 hours ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 8 hours ago

investigations in the event of a job site accident including collection of Suffolk Safety and Health standard incident reporting forms and documentation Coordinates with Regional Risk Managers for...

Quality Assurance and Food Safety Manager

  • Fullerton, CA
  • 15 hours ago
  • Fullerton, CA
  • 15 hours ago

QUALITY ASSURANCE AND FOOD SAFETY MANAGER The Quality Assurance and Food Safety Manager will lead the quality assurance and food safety program at our Fullerton food factory....

Safety Manager - Aviation, Transit

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 1 day ago

Conduct periodic review of LINXS records for safety audits, inspections, and assessments of facilities, equipment, processes, and systems....

Area Safety Manager

  • Pleasanton, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Pleasanton, CA
  • 1 day ago

Provide technical expertise during incident investigations. Personally, investigate serious incidents....

Regulatory Compliance Manager - Food Manufacturing

  • Colton, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Colton, CA
  • 1 day ago

Job Purpose Lead the daily activities of the regulatory compliance team, ensuring they have the necessary tools to perform their roles and meet the deadlines and expectations of internal and...

Safety Manager

  • Oakland, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • Oakland, CA
  • 2 days ago

Strong knowledge of safety regulations, OSHA/Cal OSHA, hazard communications, accident Investigation and safety training methods....

Safety Manager

  • Pleasanton, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • Pleasanton, CA
  • 2 days ago

Occupational Safety and Health degree suggested. + Recommended minimum of 3 years of experience in safety on commercial construction projects. + Construction Health and Safety Technician (CHST) Certification...

Quality and Safety/Health Manager NEW

  • Seal Beach, CA
  • 3 days ago
  • Seal Beach, CA
  • 3 days ago

Certifications such as ISO 9001 Lead Auditor, Six Sigma, OSHA 30, or Certified Safety Professional (CSP) are highly desirable. Minimum 3-5 years of experience in quality and/or safety roles....

Safety Manager

  • El Monte, CA
  • 4 days ago
  • El Monte, CA
  • 4 days ago

Safety Manager The Safety Manager ensures compliance with federal, state, and local regulations and with company safety requirements....

EHS Safety Manager - San Fernando, CA

  • San Fernando, CA
  • 4 days ago
  • San Fernando, CA
  • 4 days ago

Conduct risk assessments, safety audits, and gap analyses to identify potential hazards and recommend corrective actions....

Safety Manager

  • Santa Barbara, CA
  • 4 days ago
  • Santa Barbara, CA
  • 4 days ago

Desired Certifications : Certification as a Certified Safety Professional (CSP), Certified Emergency Manager (CEM), or equivalent safety-related certification preferred....

Safety Manager - 1st Shift

  • Bloomington, CA
  • 5 days ago
  • Bloomington, CA
  • 5 days ago

investigations; ensure complete and accurate incident documentation and reporting Conduct compliance audits to ensure practices and record accuracy, including OSHA documentation, and comply with all...

Environmental Health/Safety Manager

  • Victorville, CA
  • 6 days ago
  • Victorville, CA
  • 6 days ago

Facilitate programs to identify, assess & manage risks associated with industrial hygiene components (noise, lighting, dust, hot & cold environments, and other industrial hygiene risks) Maintain a flexible...

Safety Manager - Construction

  • San Francisco, CA
  • 6 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 6 days ago

safety management OSHA 500 OR OSHA 510/5109 with STSC (Safety Trained Supervisor Construction) certification Strong working knowledge of Cal/OSHA standards Excellent verbal and written communication...

Environmental Health & Safety Manager 2

  • San Diego, CA
  • 6 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 6 days ago

Northrop Grummans Aeronautics System sector is hiring an Environmental Health & Safety Manager 2 to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals....

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Salary for Safety Manager Jobs in California

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireHR research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Safety Manager positions.



Highest Education Level

Safety Managers in California offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
42.6%
Master's Degree
24.6%
Associate's Degree
9.9%
Vocational Degree or Certification
9.4%
High School or GED
9.2%
Doctorate Degree
2.6%
Some College
1.4%
Some High School
0.2%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Safety Managers in California
1-2 years
23.8%
2-4 years
19.0%
4-6 years
19.0%
Less than 1 year
19.0%
None
14.3%
10+ years
4.8%



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