Area Safety Manager

Airgas

Area Safety Manager at Airgas managing safety policies and compliance across multiple locations in the U.S. This role involves substantial travel and the development of safety programs.

Posted 5/27/2026full-timeNashville • Kentucky, Tennessee • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Promote and develop safe work behaviors.
Assist and coach associates to reduce injuries and vehicle accidents.
Plan, administer and support ongoing safety programs to ensure compliance.
Liaise between facility and internal and external auditors.
Interpret Safety Policies, Regulations and Standards to recommend or provide direction.
Keep facilities current with regulations concerning DOT, OSHA, EPA, and the FDA.
Conduct internal audits of all governmental disciplines ensuring required documents, training, and safety measures are in place.
Assist Regional Safety Director in generating monthly safety meetings and data/presentations, which also include compliance presentations at branches, plants, and customer locations.
Plan industrial health and ergonomic risk assessment surveys or analysis.

Requirements

What you’ll need

High School Diploma or equivalent
At least three years of relevant experience
Valid driver’s license and reliable personal vehicle with insurance coverage as required by company.
Ability to be “on call” 24/7 for emergencies and to respond to DOT- related questions associated with the shipment of hazardous materials.
Bachelor's degree a plus
Working knowledge of Safety and OSHA regulations preferred.
Industrial gas experience a plus

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive Family Benefits: Airgas offers a full benefits package designed to support your whole life, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D, and Disability Insurance.
Support for Parents: We offer a 14-week paid child birth benefit to support growing families.
Future Security: 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match, Tuition Assistance, Paid Holidays, Vacation, and Sick time.
Early Access: Your benefits start after just 30 days of employment.

ATS Keywords

✓ Tailor your resume

Applicant Tracking System Keywords

Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.

Hard Skills & Tools

safety programsinternal auditsrisk assessmentsafety policiesDOT regulationsOSHA regulationsEPA regulationsFDA regulationscompliance presentationsindustrial health

Soft Skills

coachingcommunicationplanningliaisingdata presentationemergency responseteam collaborationproblem-solvingleadershiporganizational

Certifications

High School DiplomaBachelor's degreevalid driver's licensesafety certificationOSHA certificationDOT certificationEPA certificationhazardous materials certificationfirst aid certificationCPR certification