Area Safety Manager
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Salary$121k – $161k
LocationWestchester, IL
Work modeon-site
Typefull-time
SenioritySenior
Company size10,000+ people
PostedOct 26, 2026 · 1w ago
Verified live4d ago
At a glanceSummarised by Seekless from the posting.
Experience supporting safety in aggregates, mining, construction materials, cement, ready-mix, or a similar heavy industrial environment.
Strong knowledge of occupational health and safety principles, regulatory requirements, and risk management practices.
Demonstrated ability to influence, coach, and build credibility with employees and leaders at all levels of the organization.
Skilled in conducting incident investigations, identifying root causes, and implementing sustainable corrective actions.
Effective communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
Ability to analyze data, identify trends, and drive measurable improvements in safety performance.
Position requires flexibility to respond to operational needs and safety-related matters as necessary.
Must be able to navigate active industrial work areas and utilize required personal protective equipment (PPE).
Benefits
Health insurance
Dental
Vision
401(k)
Paid vacation
Paid sick leave
Paid holidays
Line of Business: Cement & WhitePay Range: $120,950.00 – $161,256.66
About Us
Heidelberg Materials is one of the world’s largest suppliers of building materials. Heidelberg Materials North America operates over 450 locations across the U.S. and Canada with approximately 9,000 employees.
What You’ll Be Doing
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Lead and support safety initiatives across multiple operations to promote a strong safety-first culture.
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Partner with operational leaders to identify risks, implement corrective actions, and drive continuous improvement.
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Conduct safety audits, inspections, and incident investigations to ensure compliance and identify opportunities for improvement.
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Deliver training, coaching, and guidance to employees and managers on safety programs, policies, and best practices.
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Analyze safety performance data and develop strategies that reduce risk and improve operational effectiveness.
What Are We Looking For
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Experience supporting safety in aggregates, mining, construction materials, cement, ready-mix, or a similar heavy industrial environment.
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Strong knowledge of occupational health and safety principles, regulatory requirements, and risk management practices.
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Demonstrated ability to influence, coach, and build credibility with employees and leaders at all levels of the organization.
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Skilled in conducting incident investigations, identifying root causes, and implementing sustainable corrective actions.
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Effective communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
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Ability to analyze data, identify trends, and drive measurable improvements in safety performance.
Work Environment
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Frequent travel within the assigned area to support multiple operations and business locations.
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Work performed in office, plant, quarry, and field environments with regular exposure to operational settings.
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Must be able to navigate active industrial work areas and utilize required personal protective equipment (PPE).
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Position requires flexibility to respond to operational needs and safety-related matters as necessary.
What We Offer
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Competitive base salary and participation in our annual incentive plan.
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401(k) retirement savings plan with an automatic company contribution as well as matching contributions.
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Highly competitive benefits programs, including: Medical, Dental, and Vision along with Prescription Drug Benefits Health Saving Savings Account (HSA), Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) AD&D, Short- and Long-Term Disability Coverage as well as Basic Life Insurance Paid Bonding Leave, 15 days of Paid Vacation, 40 hours of Paid Sick Leave and 10 Paid Holidays
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Equal Opportunity Employer - Minority / Female / Veteran / Disabled.
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