We are the world market leader for reusable packaging containers (RPCs) for fresh food and are constantly optimizing our products.

We help make the food supply cycle for the population more sustainable. With our RPCs, safety for food transport is improved, there is less waste of food and at the same time the lifespan of the products increases. Through our products and the need for less packaging materials we reduce the carbon footprint.

„The future is circular“

Safety Manager – North America

Candidates must be located in one of these cities: San Antonio, Indianapolis, McDonough, Portland, or Dallas

Summary:
This critical role is responsible for leading the development, implementation, and compliance of IFCO’s Health & Safety and Integrated Management System (IMS) across North America. The position plays a key role in fostering a strong safety culture, ensuring regulatory and ISO compliance, and supporting continuous improvement in performance and processes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Drive a proactive safety culture focused on incident prevention and compliance.

• Oversee IMS implementation, maintenance, and certification processes.

• Serve as the subject matter expert to operational leaders, promoting a culture of safety and continuous improvement.

• Ensure compliance with OSHA, CCOHS, ANSI, ISO 45001, and internal standards.

• Manage documentation and provide regular reporting on H&S metrics.

• Lead incident investigations and ensure timely communication with stakeholders.

• Conduct internal audits, inspections, and risk assessments.

• Champion innovative safety programs and future technology adoption.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in health sciences, Safety or Environmental Engineering, or related field.

• Minimum 5 years' experience in H&S management with regulatory and ISO experience.

• Familiarity with OSHA, CCOHS, ANSI standards, ISO 45001, and ISO 9001.

• Strong communication, analytical, risk assessment, and leadership skills.

• Experience influencing change and managing cross-functional teams.

• Willingness to travel across North America.

What We Offer:

• Competitive benefits starting on the 1st of the month after hire.

• 401(k) with immediate vesting and company match.

• Annual bonus and merit increase potential.

• A collaborative environment with leadership development opportunities.

At IFCO, we believe that a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace makes us a more relevant, more competitive, and more resilient company. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, ethnicities, cultures, and experiences. IFCO is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, ancestry, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital or family status, disability, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other legally protected status.

At IFCO, we believe that a diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace makes us a more relevant, more competitive, and more resilient company. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, ethnicities, cultures, and experiences. IFCO is an equal opportunity employer.