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Fortiss

Research institute for software-intensive systems

Human Resources Safety Manager

Full-TimeDeadline 9/1/27
$95k - $115k/yr
Mid
Bachelor's
Bell Gardens, CA, USA
In PersonTravel to all properties within California is required.
Facilities OperationsEnvironmental Health & Safety

About the job

Requirements
  • Strong understanding of human resources best practices and employment law.
  • Minimum 3 to 5 years of dedicated occupational health and safety experience, specifically in high-volume hospitality, casino, resort hotel, or venue management environments.
  • Ability to work a flexible schedule, including occasional nights, weekends, and holidays, to audit and support a 24/7 operational environment.
  • Ability to walk and stand on the gaming floor for prolonged periods, climb stairs, and lift up to 50 pounds during emergency response scenarios.
  • Ability to train others and serve as a change agent.
  • Ability to review information factually and neutrally, analyze data, and prepare reports and documents in a timely manner.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite or similar software.
  • Ability to manage multiple projects in an organized manner.
  • Ability to travel to all properties within California.
  • Ability to perform all essential duties with or without accommodation.
Responsibilities
  • Manage, evaluate, and continuously improve the facility’s Injury and Illness Prevention Program, Emergency Action Plans, Hazard Communication, Bloodborne Pathogens, Workplace Violence program, and other required safety programs to ensure compliance with California regulations.
  • Conduct routine, comprehensive safety inspections across all public and back-of-house areas, including gaming floors, cages and vaults, restaurant kitchens, bars, housekeeping, facilities, warehouse, administrative offices, and parking structures.
  • Recommend improvements and additions to the safety management program, including emergency preparedness, accident prevention, general safety, and risk management.
  • Review team member injuries and guest incidents, including slips, trips, and falls; document findings with reports, photographs, and root-cause analyses in collaboration with Human Resources and Legal to mitigate risks.
  • Develop and implement emergency response protocols for structural fires, medical crises, natural disasters, power grid failures, and active shooter threats; coordinate regular emergency drills across all shifts.
  • Establish and facilitate a cross-departmental Safety Committee to review incident trends, evaluate frontline hazard reports, and promote safety across all shifts.
  • Design and deliver safety onboarding for new hires and ongoing specialized training for high-exposure teams, including proper lifting for valets, ergonomic training for dealers, and kitchen safety for food and beverage staff.
  • Serve as the primary point of contact for external regulatory bodies, including municipal fire departments, local law enforcement, emergency medical services, and Cal/OSHA representatives.
  • Train management teams across all properties on safety programs, inspections, and other risks.
  • Share environmental safety information with appropriate organizational levels.
  • Attend meetings and training sessions as required by management.
  • Perform other projects or work-related duties as assigned by management.
Desired Qualifications
  • A bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health and Safety, Industrial Hygiene, Risk Management, or a related field is preferred; an Associate Safety Professional or Certified Safety Professional credential and an OSHA 30-Hour General Industry card may be considered in lieu of the required education.
  • A four-year degree in Human Resources or a related discipline, or equivalent, is preferred.
  • PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, or SHRM-SCP certification is a plus.

About the company

Fortiss is a research institute in Bavaria that works on software-intensive systems and AI to help industry and government. Its work includes software and systems engineering, service engineering, and AI technologies, with a focus on turning research into real-world solutions. Fortiss collaborates with universities, industry leaders, and public-sector organizations, and it earns money through research grants, project collaborations, and consulting. The institute develops practical technologies such as next-generation network architectures for industrial IoT and interactive tools for planning autonomous vehicle behavior. Its main difference from competitors is a strong emphasis on technology transfer—moving academic research into industry and society—through open partnerships and applied projects. Fortiss aims to bridge the gap between academia and real-world implementation, enabling digital administration, smarter software systems, and advanced autonomous and connected technologies.

Company Size

51-200

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Munich, Germany

Founded

2008

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What believers are saying

  • EDIH DINA starts September 2026 with nearly 100 free services for Bavarian clients.
  • Fortiss completed ELEANOR and SpikingBody, proving usable neuromorphic AI milestones.
  • CODECO's 16-partner Horizon Europe consortium strengthens Fortiss's European edge-cloud network.

What critics are saying

  • Heavy dependence on public grants ties growth to Bavarian and EU funding cycles.
  • Projects like EMMANÜELA run through October 2026, creating constant renewal pressure.
  • Competitors can commercialize neuromorphic and edge AI faster, commoditizing Fortiss research.

What makes Fortiss unique

  • Bavaria-backed Fortiss owns neutral applied research credibility across industry and government.
  • Its 2026 EDIH DINA role embeds Fortiss into SME digital-transformation delivery.
  • Fortiss leads European 6G coordination through the Datacom Industry Association founding board.

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