Safety Manager

Join ASSA ABLOY Entrance Systems

ASSA ABLOY Entrance Systems is a global manufacturer committed to creating safe, secure, and efficient entrance systems for people worldwide. We specialize in automated pedestrian, industrial, and high-performance door solutions, operating in over 100 countries.

Why Join ASSA ABLOY Entrance Systems? At ASSA ABLOY, we offer more than a job — we provide an environment for growth, innovation, and meaningful contributions. Here's why our team loves being part of ASSA ABLOY:

• Comprehensive Benefits: Enjoy competitive pay, robust health insurance options, and retirement plans. Your well-being matters to us, which is why we also offer PTO, holidays, and additional perks like tuition reimbursement and service awards.
• Meaningful Impact: Your work will directly impact customers in industries such as healthcare, transportation, and retail by delivering sustainable, customized door solutions. Whether you're solving complex technical challenges or collaborating with contractors, every task helps build safer, more efficient spaces.
• Career Growth & Development: We invest in you from day one. We provide well-defined career paths with regular performance reviews and opportunities for promotion. Participate in programs designed to develop your leadership skills and prepare you for management roles. Explore different roles within the company to find the best fit for your skills and interests.

The Role: Safety Manager

The Safety Manager is responsible for leading the safety function across the continental U.S. and Canada, supporting our manufacturing operations in North Carolina as well as branch offices in multiple locations. This role owns the implementation and administration of the company's safety program in support of our goal of zero accidents, taking an active role to ensure that safety is never compromised. A central focus of this position is workers' compensation administration, managing employee claims from first report through resolution and partnering with employees and their managers to support a safe, timely return to work. The Safety Manager will also analyze injury and claims data to identify trends, and will design and deliver training for employees and managers aimed at reducing workplace injuries. This position reports to the Vice President of Human Resources.

Key Responsibilities:

• Workers' Compensation Administration: Manage the workers' compensation program end to end, including timely submission, documentation, and active management of claims in partnership with our carrier and third-party administrator. Serve as the primary point of contact for injured employees, guiding them through the claims process with clear communication and care. Partner with managers to identify light-duty and transitional work options, and drive effective return-to-work plans for injured employees. Monitor open claims, participate in claim reviews, and work to close claims efficiently while controlling program costs.
• Injury Prevention, Trends, and Training: Track and analyze incident, injury, and claims data to identify trends and root causes; report findings and recommendations to HR and operations leadership. Develop and deliver safety training for employees and managers focused on reducing workplace injuries, including targeted training in response to identified trends. Identify safety training needs across locations and ensure appropriate programs are in place.
• Health, Safety, and Compliance: Ensure EHS compliance requirements are met, including OSHA recordkeeping and reporting of recordable injuries. Lead or support the investigation of significant EHS incidents and non-conformances; identify, communicate, and follow through on corrective actions. Provide insight on process hazards and risk ratings for incidents, Safe Work Procedures, and Job Safety Analyses. Support the development of EHS tools such as site-specific standards, training materials, Job Safety Analyses, and Safe Work Procedures. Provide EHS information to customers and vendors as requested.

What You Will Need:

Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience. 4+ years of experience in health and safety, preferably in the construction or field service industry. Demonstrated experience administering workers' compensation claims and return-to-work programs. OSHA 500 certification preferred. CHST or CSP certification preferred. Excellent critical thinking, organization, and written and oral communication skills, with the ability to adapt quickly. Ability to analyze safety and claims data to identify trends and translate findings into action. Strong training and facilitation skills, with the ability to engage audiences from the shop floor to the leadership team. High level of accountability and ownership. Self-starter with an innovative approach and a willingness to dig into details when needed. Relationship builder, able to pull people together and rally the organization around common goals and a common safety culture. Ability to travel as required (up to 50%).

What We Offer: Comprehensive Benefits Health, dental, and vision plans 401(k) with company matching Short- and long-term disability, life, and accidental insurance 15 PTO days and 11 paid holidays Work-Life Balance Flexible scheduling for when life happens. Ongoing Training & Recognition Get up to speed quickly with our structured onboarding process. Access to online courses to keep your skills sharp and up to date. Learn from experienced colleagues and industry experts. Length of Service awards to celebrate your milestones.

Our Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion: ASSA ABLOY fosters a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and included. We celebrate diversity and strive for equity in all aspects of our organization. Together, we innovate and create solutions that serve our global community.

We are the ASSA ABLOY Group Our people have made us the global leader in access solutions. In return, we open doors for them wherever they go. With nearly 63,000 colleagues in more than 70 different countries, we help billions of people experience a more open world. Our innovations make all sorts of spaces – physical and virtual – safer, more secure, and easier to access. As an employer, we value results – not titles, or backgrounds. We empower our people to build their career around their aspirations and our ambitions – supporting them with regular feedback, training, and development opportunities. Our colleagues think broadly about where they can make the most impact, and we encourage them to grow their role locally, regionally, or even internationally. As we welcome new people on board, it's important to us to have diverse, inclusive teams, and we value different perspectives and experiences.