Cleaver-Brooks, Inc.
Corporate Director of Safety (North America)
Cleaver-Brooks, Inc., Thomasville, North Carolina, United States, 27630
Corporate Director of Safety (North America)
Job Category : Operation & Manufacturing Requisition Number : CORPO005028 Posted : January 15, 2026 Full-Time Locations
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Any salary estimation specified in this job board may or may not be aligned with our organization’s pay philosophy. Apply to connect with a Talent Acquisition Partner who can provide you more details! Job Title
Corporate Director of Safety (North America) Reports To
Director, Corporate Manufacturing Engineering and Advanced Technology Location
Thomasville, GA with frequent travel (40-60%) to manufacturing plants Position Summary
The Corporate Director of Safety provides strategic leadership and enterprise-wide governance of occupational safety programs across multiple heavy manufacturing plants in North America. This role is responsible for developing, implementing, and sustaining a world-class safety management system that protects employees, contractors, and visitors while ensuring regulatory compliance and supporting operational excellence. The Director serves as a key advisor to executive leadership and plant management, driving a proactive, data-driven safety culture aligned with the company’s business objectives, OEM manufacturing risks, and continuous improvement philosophy. Key Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership & Governance
Develop and execute a
North America–wide safety strategy
aligned with corporate values, operational goals, and risk profile of heavy OEM manufacturing. Establish standardized safety policies, procedures, and management systems across all plants while allowing for site-specific risk controls. Serve as the corporate authority on safety governance, escalation, and decision‑making. Lead the evolution of the company’s safety culture from compliance-based to proactive and prevention-focused. Regulatory Compliance & Risk Management
Ensure compliance with all applicable safety regulations and standards, including
OSHA (U.S.), provincial OHS (Canada), Ministry of Labor and Social Welfare (STPS), CSA, ANSI, NFPA , and relevant industry standards. Oversee regulatory inspections, audits, citations, and corrective action plans. Anticipate regulatory changes and assess their impact on manufacturing operations. Lead enterprise-level risk assessments for high‑hazard activities (e.g., machine guarding, LOTO, confined space, cranes/rigging, robotics, welding, foundry/forge operations). Manufacturing Safety Programs
Direct the design and implementation of critical safety programs, including: Machine safeguarding and automation safety Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) Contractor and visitor safety Powered industrial vehicles and material handling Ergonomics and human factors Electrical safety and arc flash Hot work, confined space, and working at heights Development of plant specific annual safety training that meets with the regulatory agency requirements. Partner with Engineering and Operations to integrate safety into equipment design, capital projects, and new product introductions. Develop a Cleaver Brooks specific training certification program for engineers, supervisors and other floor level leadership positions. Establish and maintain leading and lagging safety metrics, dashboards, and performance targets. Thoroughly investigate lost time and recordable incident investigations, determine actionable root cause analyses, and enterprise-wide corrective actions. Ensure lessons learned are shared and standardized across all facilities. Champion near‑miss reporting and hazard identification programs. Leadership, Coaching & Culture
Lead, mentor, and develop a regional safety team supporting plant-level safety professionals. Influence plant managers and operations leaders to own their safety performance. Drive leadership safety engagement, including safety walks, reviews, and accountability systems. Support labor relations and union environments where applicable. Support, drive and execute a continual training system. Implement and optimize safety management systems (SMS), digital reporting tools, and analytics platforms. Use data and trends to prioritize risk reduction and resource allocation. Integrate safety into Lean, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement initiatives. Benchmark safety performance against industry peers and best practices. Cross‑Functional Collaboration
Collaborate closely with Operations, Engineering, HR, Legal, Risk Management, and Supply Chain. Support due diligence for acquisitions, plant expansions, and new site startups. Partner with HR on training, competency development, and behavioral safety programs. Qualifications
Education
Bachelor’s degree in Safety Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Environmental Health & Safety, or related field required. Experience
10+ years of progressive safety leadership experience in automotive,
heavy manufacturing or OEM environments Proven experience leading safety programs across
multiple manufacturing sites Strong background in high‑risk industrial operations (machining, fabrication, welding, assembly, automation, heavy equipment) Experience working in both U.S., Canadian and Mexican regulatory environments preferred Certifications (Preferred)
CSP (Certified Safety Professional) CIH, CHST, or equivalent credentials Executive‑level leadership and influencing skills Deep technical knowledge of manufacturing safety systems Strong understanding of OSHA, Canadian OHS and Mexican (STPS) regulations Ability to translate risk into business impact Change management and culture transformation expertise Excellent communication at all levels of the CB enterprise and presentation skills Data‑driven decision making and analytical capability Ability to balance standardization with operational flexibility Performance Measures
Reduction in recordable injury rates, severity and DART hours. Sustained regulatory compliance and audit performance. Effectiveness of leading indicators and prevention programs. Engagement of leadership and workforce in safety culture. Successful implementation of enterprise safety initiatives. Working Conditions
Frequent travel to manufacturing facilities (40-60%) Exposure to industrial environments, including production floors Occasional off‑hours support during incidents or regulatory matters Benefits of being a Cleaver‑Brooks Sales & Service Employee:
Comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, maternity support program, discounted virtual physician visits, voluntary medical benefits (Critical Illness, Hospital Care, and Accidental Injury), FSA, HSA, life insurance, short term and long‑term disability Cash matching 401(k) plan Paid time off and 11 paid holidays Tuition assistance Employee assistance program (EAP) Employee discount program Who is Cleaver‑Brooks Sales & Service:
Cleaver‑Brooks Sales and Service, Inc. (CBSS) is a market leader in providing fully integrated boiler and burner systems. CBSS offers a full range of capabilities from: new equipment, installation, rentals, retrofits, repairs, parts, and service. We can deliver, install, and upgrade boiler room solutions that improve efficiency, reduce cost, and optimize space. CBSS delivers the most efficient, reliable, safe, and environmentally sustainable solutions that differentiate us in the marketplace. We are a 24/7 customer driven operation. This description indicates the general nature of the tasks and responsibilities required of positions given this classification. It is not intended as a complete list of specific duties and responsibilities. Nor is it intended to limit or modify the right of management to assign, direct, and control the specific duties of individuals performing this function. The Company reserves the right to change, modify, amend, add to or delete from any section of this document as it deems, in its judgement, to be proper. By applying for this job and providing your mobile number, you consent to receive an initial text message from a Cleaver Brooks Talent Team member. You will have the option to opt out upon receiving the message. Messages may include updates on your application, scheduling initial screenings or interviews, and similar communications. Standard message and data rates may apply, and message frequency may vary. Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
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Job Category : Operation & Manufacturing Requisition Number : CORPO005028 Posted : January 15, 2026 Full-Time Locations
Showing 1 location Description
Any salary estimation specified in this job board may or may not be aligned with our organization’s pay philosophy. Apply to connect with a Talent Acquisition Partner who can provide you more details! Job Title
Corporate Director of Safety (North America) Reports To
Director, Corporate Manufacturing Engineering and Advanced Technology Location
Thomasville, GA with frequent travel (40-60%) to manufacturing plants Position Summary
The Corporate Director of Safety provides strategic leadership and enterprise-wide governance of occupational safety programs across multiple heavy manufacturing plants in North America. This role is responsible for developing, implementing, and sustaining a world-class safety management system that protects employees, contractors, and visitors while ensuring regulatory compliance and supporting operational excellence. The Director serves as a key advisor to executive leadership and plant management, driving a proactive, data-driven safety culture aligned with the company’s business objectives, OEM manufacturing risks, and continuous improvement philosophy. Key Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership & Governance
Develop and execute a
North America–wide safety strategy
aligned with corporate values, operational goals, and risk profile of heavy OEM manufacturing. Establish standardized safety policies, procedures, and management systems across all plants while allowing for site-specific risk controls. Serve as the corporate authority on safety governance, escalation, and decision‑making. Lead the evolution of the company’s safety culture from compliance-based to proactive and prevention-focused. Regulatory Compliance & Risk Management
Ensure compliance with all applicable safety regulations and standards, including
OSHA (U.S.), provincial OHS (Canada), Ministry of Labor and Social Welfare (STPS), CSA, ANSI, NFPA , and relevant industry standards. Oversee regulatory inspections, audits, citations, and corrective action plans. Anticipate regulatory changes and assess their impact on manufacturing operations. Lead enterprise-level risk assessments for high‑hazard activities (e.g., machine guarding, LOTO, confined space, cranes/rigging, robotics, welding, foundry/forge operations). Manufacturing Safety Programs
Direct the design and implementation of critical safety programs, including: Machine safeguarding and automation safety Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) Contractor and visitor safety Powered industrial vehicles and material handling Ergonomics and human factors Electrical safety and arc flash Hot work, confined space, and working at heights Development of plant specific annual safety training that meets with the regulatory agency requirements. Partner with Engineering and Operations to integrate safety into equipment design, capital projects, and new product introductions. Develop a Cleaver Brooks specific training certification program for engineers, supervisors and other floor level leadership positions. Establish and maintain leading and lagging safety metrics, dashboards, and performance targets. Thoroughly investigate lost time and recordable incident investigations, determine actionable root cause analyses, and enterprise-wide corrective actions. Ensure lessons learned are shared and standardized across all facilities. Champion near‑miss reporting and hazard identification programs. Leadership, Coaching & Culture
Lead, mentor, and develop a regional safety team supporting plant-level safety professionals. Influence plant managers and operations leaders to own their safety performance. Drive leadership safety engagement, including safety walks, reviews, and accountability systems. Support labor relations and union environments where applicable. Support, drive and execute a continual training system. Implement and optimize safety management systems (SMS), digital reporting tools, and analytics platforms. Use data and trends to prioritize risk reduction and resource allocation. Integrate safety into Lean, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement initiatives. Benchmark safety performance against industry peers and best practices. Cross‑Functional Collaboration
Collaborate closely with Operations, Engineering, HR, Legal, Risk Management, and Supply Chain. Support due diligence for acquisitions, plant expansions, and new site startups. Partner with HR on training, competency development, and behavioral safety programs. Qualifications
Education
Bachelor’s degree in Safety Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Environmental Health & Safety, or related field required. Experience
10+ years of progressive safety leadership experience in automotive,
heavy manufacturing or OEM environments Proven experience leading safety programs across
multiple manufacturing sites Strong background in high‑risk industrial operations (machining, fabrication, welding, assembly, automation, heavy equipment) Experience working in both U.S., Canadian and Mexican regulatory environments preferred Certifications (Preferred)
CSP (Certified Safety Professional) CIH, CHST, or equivalent credentials Executive‑level leadership and influencing skills Deep technical knowledge of manufacturing safety systems Strong understanding of OSHA, Canadian OHS and Mexican (STPS) regulations Ability to translate risk into business impact Change management and culture transformation expertise Excellent communication at all levels of the CB enterprise and presentation skills Data‑driven decision making and analytical capability Ability to balance standardization with operational flexibility Performance Measures
Reduction in recordable injury rates, severity and DART hours. Sustained regulatory compliance and audit performance. Effectiveness of leading indicators and prevention programs. Engagement of leadership and workforce in safety culture. Successful implementation of enterprise safety initiatives. Working Conditions
Frequent travel to manufacturing facilities (40-60%) Exposure to industrial environments, including production floors Occasional off‑hours support during incidents or regulatory matters Benefits of being a Cleaver‑Brooks Sales & Service Employee:
Comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, maternity support program, discounted virtual physician visits, voluntary medical benefits (Critical Illness, Hospital Care, and Accidental Injury), FSA, HSA, life insurance, short term and long‑term disability Cash matching 401(k) plan Paid time off and 11 paid holidays Tuition assistance Employee assistance program (EAP) Employee discount program Who is Cleaver‑Brooks Sales & Service:
Cleaver‑Brooks Sales and Service, Inc. (CBSS) is a market leader in providing fully integrated boiler and burner systems. CBSS offers a full range of capabilities from: new equipment, installation, rentals, retrofits, repairs, parts, and service. We can deliver, install, and upgrade boiler room solutions that improve efficiency, reduce cost, and optimize space. CBSS delivers the most efficient, reliable, safe, and environmentally sustainable solutions that differentiate us in the marketplace. We are a 24/7 customer driven operation. This description indicates the general nature of the tasks and responsibilities required of positions given this classification. It is not intended as a complete list of specific duties and responsibilities. Nor is it intended to limit or modify the right of management to assign, direct, and control the specific duties of individuals performing this function. The Company reserves the right to change, modify, amend, add to or delete from any section of this document as it deems, in its judgement, to be proper. By applying for this job and providing your mobile number, you consent to receive an initial text message from a Cleaver Brooks Talent Team member. You will have the option to opt out upon receiving the message. Messages may include updates on your application, scheduling initial screenings or interviews, and similar communications. Standard message and data rates may apply, and message frequency may vary. Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
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