Safety Leader, Industrial Manufacturing

Ingersoll Rand is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances. Safety Leader, Industrial Manufacturing BH Job ID: BH-3649-5 Job Overview Step into our Precision and Science Technologies division where precision engineering powers scientific innovation. We deliver high-performance pumps, fluid management systems, and aftermarket solutions for the world’s most demanding, mission-critical industrial applications. We have an exciting opportunity for an EHS Leader supporting our IRP/MP/OB business based in Alsip, IL. In this role, the Safety Leader ensures compliance with regulations and policies, provides leadership and guidance on EHS programs, and conducts audits to ensure company and regulatory standards are met. We are seeking a hands‑on Safety Leader who partners closely with operations to embed safety into daily work and address issues independently. This is not an advisory role—you will be highly visible on the floor and fully accountable for owning and driving the safety program end to end, with clear expectations, strong structure, and disciplined follow‑through. Safety is a core operational priority, not a tradeoff against productivity. The ideal candidate brings deep, practical EHS leadership experience in an industrial manufacturing environment, within a machining or assembly setting. You’ve built and strengthened safety programs, led meaningful changes, and elevated site‑wide safety performance. You bring passion for safety, credibility with plant teams, and the ability to influence and deliver results without relying on formal authority. If you’re ready to take ownership in a highly visible role, lead from the floor, and make a measurable impact on safety culture, we want to hear from you. Responsibilities Builds positive, collaborative relationships at all levels of the site in creation of a zero‑incident culture. Establishes a behavior‑based safety culture by coaching a team of supervisors and employees in promoting safe work practices, hazard identification, and risk management. Establishes and leads a safety committee. Provides leadership, cohesiveness, and vision in the plant for all EHS and sustainability‑related matters. Develops and manages EHS training for the plant, including minimum requirements, programs, and policies, and provides EHS PPE. Manages the safety data sheet and new chemical request process and regulated reporting (TIER 2, TRI, etc.). Establishes and maintains facility‑specific management plans for environment: air, water, waste (hazardous and non‑hazardous materials). Implements applicable EHS policies, procedures, training, auditing, reporting, and tracking processes in compliance with Ingersoll Rand 37 standard works requirements; local, state, and federal rules and regulations. Completes risk assessments and recommend control measures for all potential areas of concern. Leads incident and near miss reporting. Perform root cause analysis on incidents and injuries. Oversees workers' compensation program administration, including working with all parties to manage and support transitional/accommodated duty and return to work programs. Builds an efficient management of change program and evaluate non‑standard tasks to uncover risks and identify corrective actions. Builds and manages a contractor management and visitor security/safety program. Ensures machine safety by upgrading and assessing equipment safety in addition to participating in the ergonomic evaluation for the site. Oversees the facility emergency response team to ensure appropriate training in emergency response, spill response, disaster preparedness, and crisis management. Ensures drills and equipment are in a ready state and effective communication of responsibilities to personnel. Leads and coordinates efforts in continuous process improvement and lean management. Owns data entry/reporting and uses established tools & processes to ensure data accuracy, analyzes trends, and delivers reports in a timely manner including incident reporting, auditing, environmental metrics, risk assessments, EHS action items, and other pertinent information. Develops a path to our 2030–2050 sustainability goals for the plant/BU. Requirements Bachelor’s degree and 7+ years of EHS experience in an industrial manufacturing environment. 7+ years demonstrated proficiency in occupational safety, environmental reporting, and regulations. 3+ years working knowledge of OSHA, EPA, and TCEQ regulations. 2+ years experience developing and delivering training programs. 2+ years proven experience in project management and stakeholder communications. 2+ years experience working in Microsoft Office and other EHS related applications. Core Competencies EHS Leadership: Drive a zero‑incident safety culture through coaching, influence, and cross‑functional collaboration. Regulatory Compliance: Apply in‑depth knowledge of OSHA, EPA, and TCEQ standards to maintain safe, compliant operations. Process & Project Management: Lead projects and continuous improvement initiatives to optimize safety, sustainability, and operational outcomes. Data‑Driven Insight: Analyze environmental, safety, and operational metrics to identify trends, risks, and improvement opportunities. Training & Development: Design, deliver, and manage EHS training programs to ensure workforce competency and engagement. Critical Thinking & Problem‑Solving: Evaluate complex situations, determine root causes, and implement effective corrective actions. Preferences Degree concentration in Environmental Engineering, Occupational Health and Safety, or related technical field. Relevant professional certification(s) such as CSP, ASP, CHMM, Train‑the‑Trainer or equivalent. Exposure to site audits, walks/tours, JHAs/JSAs. Experience with TRI and Tier II reporting. Knowledge of Gensuite application. Travel & Work Arrangements Position is onsite and requires minimal travel, less than 15%. Pay Range The base pay range for this role is $115 - $135,000 excluding incentive opportunities. The pay range takes into account a wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, skills; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and geographic location. Hired applicants will be eligible to receive (discretionary/non‑discretionary) annual bonuses and incentive compensation. What We Offer At Ingersoll Rand, we embrace a culture of personal ownership — taking responsibility for our company, our communities, and our environment, as well as our individual health and well‑being. Our comprehensive benefits package is designed to empower you with the tools and support necessary to take charge of your health, ensuring that together, we can continue to make life better. Our range of benefits includes health care options like medical and prescription plans, dental and vision coverage, as well as wellness programs. Additionally, we provide life insurance, a robust 401(k) plan, paid time off, and even an employee stock grant, among other offerings. If you are a person with a disability and need assistance applying for a job, please submit a request. #J-18808-Ljbffr