Safety Technician

The Sonance Manufacturing Safety Manager is responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining a comprehensive Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) program within a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This role ensures compliance with OSHA, Cal/OSHA (if applicable), NFPA, and local regulations, while proactively driving a strong safety culture across production, warehouse, paint, woodshop, and metal fabrication operations. This is a hands-on, floor-focused role that partners closely with operations, maintenance, and leadership to reduce risk, prevent injuries, and continuously improve workplace safety.

Key Responsibilities

Safety & Compliance

•  Ensure full compliance with OSHA 1910 standards, fire codes, hazardous materials, and local regulatory requirements.
•  Maintain OSHA logs (300, 300A, 301) and manage incident reporting and recordkeeping.
•  Lead regulatory inspections and act as the primary contact for OSHA, Fire Department, and insurance carriers.
•  Conduct routine safety audits, risk assessments, and corrective action follow-ups.

Manufacturing Floor Safety

•  Perform daily/weekly safety walks across production, warehouse, paint booths, woodshop, and metal fabrication areas.
•  Identify unsafe conditions and behaviors; partner with leaders to implement corrective actions.
•  Ensure proper machine guarding, lockout/tagout (LOTO), electrical safety, ergonomics, and PPE compliance.
•  Support safe chemical handling, SDS management, and ventilation controls (including paint operations).

Training & Employee Engagement

•  Develop and deliver safety training programs (new hire, refresher, job-specific).
•  Lead Safety Committee meetings, track action items, and drive accountability.
•  Create and maintain Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs) and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
•  Promote employee engagement and reporting through near-miss and safety observation programs.

Incident Management & Prevention

•  Investigate workplace injuries, near misses, and property damage incidents.
•  Perform root cause analysis and implement preventive measures.
•  Coordinate with HR and Workers’ Compensation providers on claims management and return-to-work programs.

Continuous Improvement

•  Track and report key safety metrics (LTIR, TRIR, near misses, corrective actions).
•  Support Lean / continuous improvement initiatives with a safety-first mindset.
•  Drive a culture of accountability, ownership, and continuous safety improvement.

Experience & Qualifications

•  3–7+ years of hands-on safety experience in a manufacturing environment
•  Strong working knowledge of OSHA 1910 (General Industry) regulations and manufacturing safety standards
•  Demonstrated experience supporting paint operations, machinery, warehouse, and production environments
•  Proven ability to conduct safety audits, incident investigations, and employee safety training
•  Strong communication skills with both hourly employees and leadership teams
•  Ability to work independently while partnering closely with Operations, Maintenance, and HR
•  Bilingual English/Spanish preferred

Preferred Certifications

•  OSHA 30-Hour (General Industry)
•  Certified Safety Professional (CSP) or ASP
•  First Aid / CPR / AED Instructor
•  Forklift Train-the-Trainer

Key Competencies

•  Hands-on, floor-focused leadership
•  Strong organizational and documentation skills
•  Ability to influence without authority
•  Calm, professional approach during inspections and incidents
•  High attention to detail and follow-through
•  Strong partnership with operations and HR Work Environment
•  Manufacturing floor with exposure to machinery, paint booths, warehouse operations, and production lines
•  Frequent walking, standing, and occasional lifting
•  PPE required in designated areas such as, Manufacturing Safety Manager / EHS Specialist implementing, and maintaining a comprehensive Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) program within a fast-paced manufacturing environment. 

This role ensures compliance with OSHA, Cal/OSHA (if applicable), NFPA, and local regulations, while proactively driving a strong safety culture across production, warehouse, paint, woodshop, and metal fabrication operations.