HEALTH & SAFETY MANAGER

Position Type: Full-Time
Salary Range: $85,000 – $110,000 per year
Are you passionate about creating safe and healthy workplaces? Do you have the expertise to ensure high safety standards and foster a culture of health and well-being across diverse teams? Sonoma County is seeking a Health & Safety Manger to lead our safety initiatives and uphold our commitment to excellence in workplace safety.

JOB SUMMARY

The Health & Safety Manager is responsible for ensuring the safety and well-being of employees, contractors, and visitors. This role plays a critical part in developing, implementing, and managing effective safety programs, risk assessments, and compliance protocols across all work environments.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Industrial Hygiene, or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a safety role, ideally in food manufacturing or a similar environment.
• Relevant certifications (e.g., CSP, CHMM, CFPS) strongly preferred.
• Strong knowledge of OSHA regulations and other applicable safety standards.
• Experience with food safety and GMP regulations; HACCP certification preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Excel, and Teams.
• Familiarity with platforms such as RedZone, Business Central (ERP), and HRIS systems.
• Bilingual in English/Spanish strongly preferred.
• Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and insurance for inter-site travel.

ABOUT US

If You’re Looking For A New Opportunity, The Recruiting And Staffing Experts At Nelson Connects Can Help. We Work With Companies Of All Types And Sizes Across All Industries. We Help People Like You Find Exciting Roles With Employers Ranging From Fortune 100, Government, And Nonprofit Organizations To Local Businesses, Industry Leaders, And The Most Agile Start-Ups. The Candidates We Work With Appreciate Our Responsive Approach, Genuine Relationships, And Exceptional Service. With A Commitment To Transparency, Authenticity, And Credibility, We Look Forward To Our Jobs Every Day, And We’re Excited To Help You Find The Job You’ve Been Looking For.
Pay Transparency: Nelson Connects Provides Pay Transparency By Placing Salary Ranges In All Job Postings In Accordance With State And Local Regulations. We Areb Committed To Communicating Pay Clearly Throughout The Employment Process.
California Fair Chance Act And Beyond: Qualified Applicants With Criminal Histories Will Be Considered For Employment In Accordance With Applicable Regulations. We Will Consider Qualified Applicants For Employment, Including Those With Criminal Histories, In A Manner Consistent With The Requirements Of Applicable State And Local Laws, Including The City Of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative For Hiring Ordinance, San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, And CA Fair Chance Act.
Temporary Associate Benefits Offered: Weekly Benefits Offered Include Medical, Dental, Vision, HSA, EAP, Life/AD&D, STD, Commuter FSA, + State Mandated Benefits.
EEO Statement: Nelson Connects is an equal-opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status, or any other classification protected by law

• Develop, implement, and maintain comprehensive health and safety programs, policies, and procedures.
• Conduct regular workplace hazard assessments and risk evaluations.
• Investigate accidents, incidents, and near-misses; determine root causes and recommend corrective actions.
• Lead safety audits and ensure compliance with OSHA and other regulatory standards.
• Deliver training sessions and safety awareness campaigns to promote a strong safety culture.
• Maintain accurate records of incidents, training, inspections, and safety-related activities.
• Evaluate safety strategies and adapt programs for continuous improvement.
• Serve as liaison with regulatory agencies, insurance providers, and safety consultants.
• Support emergency response planning and crisis management efforts.
• Promote organizational values of sustainability, integrity, respect, and forward-thinking.