Workers' Compensation Manager

On the heels of achieving 3X growth , Virginia Transformer is hiring to do it again! We’re strategically building our team for the next 3X growth cycle — a phase that is both intense and incredibly rewarding . We’re highly selective about who joins us, because this journey isn’t for everyone. If you have the drive, grit, and expertise to perform at a high level — and you want to grow your career 3X alongside the Company’s growth — we’d love to talk. Apply below and let’s start the conversation. Who We Are Virginia Transformer is the largest U.S.-owned producer of power transformers in North America, and we’ve been able to grow the past 50-plus years through an unwavering focus on delivering for our customers. We’re more than 6,000 people strong and are known throughout the industry for being an engineering company that makes premium quality transformers in the shortest lead times. As a privately held, organically growing company , we thrive on nimbleness, innovation, and tenacity. Join Our Team If you love the thrill of securing the U.S. electric grid, enabling all manufacturing in the country, and the energy of a fast-moving train — this is the place for you. We train hard, grow together, and lead with purpose. Every transformer we build is custom, every challenge unique, and every team member essential. We’re looking for those ready to lead, fueled by commitment, and driven by impact. We are growing so fast that all our available roles are not yet posted, so let us know if you are interested and we will follow-up. Position Summary The Workers’ Compensation Manager will lead and oversee Virginia Transformer’s workers’ compensation program across multiple manufacturing, service, and corporate locations. This role is responsible for managing all workers’ compensation claims , partnering with insurance carriers and third-party administrators (TPAs) , ensuring regulatory compliance , reducing claim costs, supporting return-to-work initiatives , and driving continuous improvement in workplace injury management. The ideal candidate will bring 5–10+ years of workers’ compensation, claims management, or risk management experience within a manufacturing, industrial, construction, energy, utility, or heavy manufacturing environment . Key Responsibilities Lead and administer the company’s workers’ compensation program from claim initiation through resolution. Serve as the primary point of contact for employees, supervisors, insurance carriers, attorneys, medical providers, and third-party administrators. Manage complex and high-exposure workers’ compensation claims and litigation matters. Partner with Safety, HR, Operations, and executive leadership to reduce injury frequency and severity. Develop and oversee return-to-work and modified duty programs to support employee recovery and reduce lost-time claims. Monitor claim reserves, settlement activity, and claim trends to control costs and improve outcomes. Conduct regular claim reviews with insurance carriers and TPAs to ensure timely and effective claim management. Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local workers’ compensation regulations. Analyze injury and claims data to identify trends, root causes, and opportunities for process improvement. Develop metrics, dashboards, and executive-level reporting related to workers’ compensation performance. Support OSHA reporting requirements and coordinate with Safety teams on incident investigations. Provide training and guidance to managers regarding injury reporting, claim management, and return-to-work procedures. Participate in insurance renewal processes and risk management initiatives. Qualifications Experience 5–10+ years of progressive workers’ compensation, claims management, risk management, or employee relations experience. Experience supporting manufacturing, industrial, construction, energy, utility, or heavy industrial operations strongly preferred. Experience managing relationships with insurance carriers, TPAs, medical providers, and legal counsel. Demonstrated success in reducing claim costs, improving claim outcomes, and supporting return-to-work programs. Skills Strong knowledge of workers’ compensation regulations and claims administration. Working knowledge of OSHA reporting and workplace injury management. Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills. Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities. Ability to handle confidential and sensitive employee matters. What We Offer Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package. Opportunity to lead a critical function within a rapidly growing manufacturing organization. Direct exposure to executive leadership and strategic initiatives. Long-term career growth with one of North America’s leading power transformer manufacturers. Collaborative culture focused on safety, operational excellence, and employee well-being. #J-18808-Ljbffr