Safety Manager

At AriensCo, we build more than exceptional products – we create opportunities that impact careers. Our culture values innovative thinking, hard work and determination. We interact in teams, collaborate together and make decisions quickly.

We see growth potential in every team member, and are committed to supporting our employees with continuous training and advancement opportunities. Our environment? We’re corporate, without being “corporate.” Whether you work at our headquarters, manufacturing facilities, or one of our global distribution businesses, you’ll always have the freedom to create and contribute.  Our company vision is “Passionate People, Astounded Customers.” Quite simply: it revolves around people Speaking of people, you’re not just employee #1,762 to us. You’re family and your role is invaluable. Without exceptional people, we can’t continue to produce the amazing products we're known for around the world.Ready for the ride of your career? Then come join us. By joining our team, you'll have the opportunity to work in a rewarding workplace with a strong sense of community. 

Job Description:

AriensCo is excited to announce an opportunity for a dynamic and experienced Safety Manager to lead our commitment to workplace safety at manufacturing site in Fayetteville, TN!

In this pivotal role, you’ll design, implement, and maintain robust safety programs that not only ensure compliance but also minimize risk and inspire a strong culture of safety throughout the organization. If you’re passionate about making a real impact and driving safety excellence, we want to hear from you!

THE DAY TO DAY...

Leadership & Culture

• Inspire and engage teams to consistently follow health and safety practices

• Set and communicate a compelling safety vision that fosters a strong safety-first culture

• Create, lead, and continuously improve the AriensCo Safety Management System

• Champion and embed a behavioral-based safety approach across all operations

• Build and mentor high-performing safety teams focused on continuous improvement

• Promote employee involvement through safety committees, recognition programs, and feedback initiatives

• Influence and educate teams on the importance of 6S and ergonomic awareness

Compliance & Program Management

• Own, maintain, and improve the plant safety metrics

• Develop, implement, and maintain safety programs aligned with OSHA, EPA, and other regulatory standards

• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of local, state, and federal safety regulations

• Plan and execute safety policies and procedures to ensure full compliance

• Manage and submit the OSHA 300 log annually

• Order and manage safety supplies and equipment inventory

• Serve as the primary liaison for regulatory agencies and emergency response coordination

Training & Communication

• Maintain full regulatory compliance in all aspects of the plant training program

• Design and deliver engaging safety training for all employees, including onboarding and refresher courses

• Provide coaching, mentoring, and technical guidance on safety initiatives and best practices

• Facilitate training on acute and ergonomic injury prevention, 6S principles, and return-to-work protocols

Risk Management & Continuous Improvement

• Develop and lead the implementation of a safety program built in the spirit of daily continuous improvement

• Conduct regular safety audits, inspections, and risk assessments; implement corrective actions

• Perform safety observations and inspect facilities, machinery, and equipment to identify and correct hazards

• Lead incident investigations, root cause analysis, and development of short- and long-term countermeasures

• Collaborate with leadership and cross-functional teams to identify safety improvement opportunities

• Maintain accurate safety records, metrics, and reports; present findings to site leadership

THE QUALIFICATIONS...

• Bachelor’s degree preferred, ideally in environmental health and safety

• Minimum 5 years of experience in Safety leadership, Safety Team involvement, or Safety Training

• Manufacturing experience is a plus

• OSHA VPP knowledge and experience preferred

• A familiarity with lean manufacturing environments preferred

• A demonstrated positive impact in leading improvements with Safety programs

• Moderate to Advanced Computer Skills with Microsoft Office and various other software products

Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without requiring sponsorship now or in the future.

About AriensCo

Since 1933, the AriensCo name has been associated with reliable, durably crafted, high-performance outdoor power equipment. Our core values – Be Honest, Be Fair, Respect the Individual, Keep our Commitments, and Encourage Intellectual Curiosity define our culture and inspire our team. We believe passionate people and astounded customers lead to unstoppable success.Our employees’ quality of life is important to us. When people feel appreciated, respected and supported, careers thrive and ideas come to fruition.  AriensCo employees are provided various great benefit opportunities which may include: 

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance effective first day of employment

• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (FSA) plan

• 401(k) match and profit-sharing plans

• Life Insurance

• Health Savings Accounts (HSA)

• Short Term Disability

• Parental Leave

• Onsite Marketplace Care Partners at all locations

• Paid holidays

• Employee Assistance Program

• Tuition Reimbursement and Apprenticeship Programs

• Safety shoes and safety prescription glasses reimbursement

• Employee Product Purchase Program

• 50% Daycare discount Brillion Early Learning Center

• Onsite health clinic with Bellin Health Brillion Campus Only

• Nearsite & Urgent Care Clinic Options Brillion Campus Only

EEO Statement

The concept of diversity is important to us at AriensCo. That’s why we’ve created a culture that is inclusive, accepting and understanding. We embrace diversity among our partners, suppliers and employees. We also strive for diversity in the quality of our ideas. Inclusion and acceptance means that, regardless of who you are, you will always be standing on our welcome mat. 

AriensCo is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and steadfastly committed to hiring and selecting the most qualified candidate for any open position. It is the policy of AriensCo to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. 

Providing our employees with an environment free of discrimination and harassment is something we take very seriously. Embracing diversity enables us to attract the best qualified talent, foster productive teamwork, and expand our business opportunities.