Full-Time

Safety and Compliance Manager

Posted on 12/13/2025

Airgas

Airgas

5,001-10,000 employees

Supplier of industrial, medical, specialty gases

Compensation Overview

$95k - $105k/yr

Seattle, WA, USA + 8 more

More locations: Washington, USA | Los Angeles, CA, USA | Chicago, IL, USA | Denver, CO, USA | Portland, OR, USA | San Diego, CA, USA | West Valley City, UT, USA | United States

Hybrid

Role requires ~50% travel; remote work is not 100% remote.

Category
Facilities Operations (1)
Requirements
  • High School Diploma or equivalent
  • At least five years safety experience within an industrial and/distribution setting
  • Possesses a thorough knowledge of DOT and OSHA rules and regulations.
  • Knowledge of Google Suite
Responsibilities
  • Maintains a safe working environment by following Airgas/Red-D-Arc’s health and safety guidelines.
  • Participate in driver engagement programs through observation and ride-alongs.
  • Support train-the-trainer initiatives related to drivers, in order to make the local Branch Managers more self-sufficient.
  • Assists in the “onboarding” of new managers and technicians from a safety perspective.
  • Ensures we maintain full DOT and OSHA compliance, through effective training and leadership.
  • Takes the lead on all accident and incident investigations, with an emphasis on identifying lessons learned and building action plans to prevent future occurrences.
  • In conjunction with division teams, develops, implements, and manages safety programs and procedures for RDA that will reduce the frequency and severity of personal injuries and vehicle accidents.
  • Leads assigned Branch Managers and Associates to drive the development of a safety culture and continuous improvement.
  • Partners with division resources to provide environmental, health, and safety expertise to ensure compliance with all applicable federal, state, provincial, and local regulations, as well as company policy.
  • Performs periodic safety and compliance audits for branches and on occasion at customer sites.
  • Participates in additional audits conducted by Corporate | Division Safety or other 3rd parties.
  • These audits are NOT to be punitive, but to help the Branch implement improvements.
  • Devises, supervises, and coordinates training programs or media which will increase proficiency in safety practices and to promote safety consciousness.
  • Compiles and submits accident and other reports required by Airgas, Third-party administrators and regulatory agencies.
  • Participates in the investigation of accidents and injuries and cooperates in the preparation of material and evidence for organization use in hearings, lawsuits, and insurance investigations.
  • Maintains safety files and records, DOT files and reports, Training files (Airgas U, etc.) and SafeCor Reports (accident and month end)
  • Utilizes division resources to ensure compliance with all DOT safety regulations.
  • Promotes a collective and positive safety attitude by providing leadership by example.
  • Works with division resources to promote RDA best practices for incorporation in division safety KPIs and initiatives.
Desired Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Safety, Occupational Health, Environmental Sciences or a related field
  • Previous experience with welding related products a plus
  • CSP/CRSP or related safety certifications a plus
  • Possesses a thorough knowledge of Canadian HSEQ and Transport Canada rules and regulations

Airgas supplies industrial, medical, and specialty gases along with hardgoods, safety products, ammonia products, and process chemicals to customers across the United States. Customers order through a nationwide network of more than 1,100 locations, supported by an e-Business platform and the Airgas Total Access telesales channel, with delivery, services, and technical support. The company differentiates itself with its large distribution footprint, broad product catalog, strong safety offerings, and multiple convenient ordering channels. Its goal is to help more than 1 million customers improve performance by providing safe, reliable access to essential gases, chemicals, and related expertise.

Company Size

5,001-10,000

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Founded

1997

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Cryocap OXY carbon capture technology captures 1.1 million tons CO2 annually.
  • Strategic acquisitions expand Great Lakes and Northern California distribution footprint rapidly.
  • FABTECH showcase demonstrates welding automation solutions for manufacturing productivity gains.

What critics are saying

  • Teamsters nationwide strikes since June 2025 disrupt operations across 15 facilities.
  • NLRB unfair labor practice charges trigger multimillion-dollar fines and operational restrictions.
  • Linde's $1.8 billion 2025 acquisitions erode Airgas market share in welding supplies.

What makes Airgas unique

  • 50-year NASA partnership supplies critical high-pressure nitrogen for Artemis missions.
  • Integrated Air Liquide parent provides cryogenic equipment and rare gases for space.
  • RADNOR Women's PPE line addresses underserved female worker safety market segment.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Vacation

Paid Sick Leave

Paid Holidays

401(k) Retirement Plan

401(k) Company Match

Tuition Reimbursement

Company News

International Brotherhood of Teamsters
Dec 19th, 2025
Teamsters File Nationwide Unfair Labor Practice Charges Against Airgas

Teamsters file nationwide unfair labor practice charges against Airgas. Airgas workers fight back against unlawful retaliation. (WASHINGTON) - The Teamsters have filed nationwide unfair labor practice charges against Airgas for violating numerous federal labor laws. This includes unlawful threats, lockouts, discharge, and retaliation against workers for exercising their legal rights and failing to provide notice and an opportunity to bargain. "Airgas has the resources to do the right thing, but instead they continue to abuse our members and break the law," said Juan Campos, Director of the Teamsters Tankhaul Division and International Vice President At-Large. "Management has attacked our members, harmed their families, and put their safety at risk. As Teamsters, we will always fight to protect our members' rights." Airgas Teamsters have been on strike since June 2 nationwide over unfair labor practices. The strikes began after Teamsters Local 701 in New Brunswick, N.J., was forced to the picket line. Teamsters Local 507 in Cleveland and Teamsters Local 283 in Ferndale, Michigan followed soon after. Once the strikes began, pickets were extended to 15 facilities in 11 states. Throughout and after these extensions, Airgas illegally retaliated against workers, unlawfully terminating and suspending members in Pennsylvania and California; locking out members in New Hampshire, Massachusetts, Ohio, Rhode Island, New York, and Michigan; threatening members in Massachusetts, California, Rhode Island, Ohio, and New Jersey; and permanently replacing members in Ohio and New Jersey, for exercising their contractually-protected right to honor extended picket lines and to strike. "Management keeps shifting the goal posts and act like they're above the law," said Shawn Diaz, Airgas Teamster and shop steward with Local 701. "We want to return to work, but this company that rakes in billions annually refuses to offer a fair contract that we rightfully deserve." Airgas has a long history of safety, environmental, and labor law violations, with over $8 million in legal penalties from OSHA, EPA, and the NLRB. In 2016, a U.S. District Court in Florida ordered Airgas to pay $7 million for hazardous waste violations. Founded in 1903, the International Brotherhood of Teamsters represents 1.3 million hardworking people in the U.S., Canada, and Puerto Rico. Visit Teamster.org for more information. Follow Teamster on X @Teamsters and on Facebook at Facebook.com/teamsters.

ShopMetalTech
Aug 27th, 2025
FABTECH PREVIEW: Airgas to showcase welding productivity and automation

RADNOR Women's PPE: Airgas introduces a new standard in workplace safety, inclusivity and comfort with the RADNOR Women's PPE collection.

Peoria Journal Star
Aug 7th, 2025
Airgas used hazardous gases on Peoria picketers, Teamsters lawsuit alleges

A group of striking Teamsters is suing Airgas for allegedly releasing hazardous chemicals into the air during pickets last month in Peoria and New Jersey.

ShopMetalTech
Mar 7th, 2025
Airgas launches RADNOR Women's PPE line

Airgas, a supplier of industrial gases and safety products, has announced the launch of its RADNOR line of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) designed specifically for women.

Manufacturing Business Technology
Mar 5th, 2025
Airgas Launches Women's PPE Line

Airgas launches women's PPE line.

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