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The Manager - Safety & OSHA Compliance shall demonstrate the ability to complete assignments in an ... Take the lead in incident investigations, root cause analysis, and action item completion. Complete ...

Manager - OSHA Compliance

Memphis, TN · On-site

$95K - $100K/yr

The Manager - Safety & OSHA Compliance shall demonstrate the ability to complete assignments in an ... Take the lead in incident investigations, root cause analysis, and action item completion. Complete ...

Manager - OSHA Compliance

Joliet, IL · On-site

$95K - $100K/yr

The Manager - Safety & OSHA Compliance shall demonstrate the ability to complete assignments in an ... Take the lead in incident investigations, root cause analysis, and action item completion. Complete ...

Manager - OSHA Compliance

Gary, IN · On-site

$95K - $100K/yr

The Manager - Safety & OSHA Compliance shall demonstrate the ability to complete assignments in an ... Take the lead in incident investigations, root cause analysis, and action item completion. Complete ...

Manager - OSHA Compliance

Houston, TX · On-site

$95K - $100K/yr

The Manager - Safety & OSHA Compliance shall demonstrate the ability to complete assignments in an ... Take the lead in incident investigations, root cause analysis, and action item completion. Complete ...

Manager - OSHA Compliance

Houston, TX · On-site

$95K - $100K/yr

The Manager - Safety & OSHA Compliance shall demonstrate the ability to complete assignments in an ... Take the lead in incident investigations, root cause analysis, and action item completion. Complete ...

NYC DEP Asbestos Investigator

NJ · On-site

$75K - $95K/yr

... OSHA, DOT, and USEPA. Visit the Life tab on our LinkedIn profile to learn more about life at ... Asbestos: Current NYC DEP Asbestos Investigator license * Current NYSDOL Asbestos Inspector ...

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How much do osha investigator jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 17, 2026, the average yearly pay for osha investigator in the United States is $75,325.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $52,500.00 and $98,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an OSHA Investigator?

To thrive as an OSHA Investigator, you need a strong understanding of occupational safety regulations, investigative techniques, and typically a background in safety, industrial hygiene, or a related field. Familiarity with safety inspection tools, incident reporting systems, and certifications such as OSHA training courses are often required. Strong analytical thinking, attention to detail, and effective communication skills help investigators gather facts and interact with employers and workers. These competencies are crucial for accurately identifying workplace hazards, enforcing compliance, and promoting safer work environments.

What are some common challenges OSHA Investigators face when conducting workplace inspections?

OSHA Investigators often encounter challenges such as resistance from employers or employees, incomplete or inaccurate record-keeping, and navigating complex regulatory requirements. They must balance thoroughness with efficiency, ensuring all potential hazards are identified while minimizing disruption to the workplace. Investigators also need strong communication skills to clearly explain safety regulations and recommendations, and sometimes manage confrontational situations with tact and professionalism.

What is the difference between Osha Investigator vs Occupational Health and Safety Specialist?

AspectOsha InvestigatorOccupational Health and Safety Specialist
Required CredentialsTypically OSHA training, safety certificationsSafety certifications, sometimes OSHA training
Work EnvironmentInvestigates workplace safety violations, onsite inspectionsPrevention, compliance, training in various workplaces
Employer & Industry UsageOSHA agencies, government rolesPrivate companies, consulting firms, industries
Common Search & ComparisonYesYes

Osha Investigators focus on enforcing OSHA regulations through inspections and investigations, often working for government agencies. Occupational Health and Safety Specialists work proactively to develop safety programs, conduct training, and ensure compliance within organizations. While both roles require safety knowledge and certifications, Investigators primarily conduct enforcement activities, whereas Specialists focus on prevention and safety management.

What does an OSHA Investigator do?

An OSHA Investigator conducts inspections of workplaces to ensure compliance with safety and health regulations set by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration. They review safety protocols, investigate workplace accidents, and issue citations or fines for violations, often requiring knowledge of safety standards and inspection procedures.
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Infographic showing various Osha Investigator job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 89% Full Time, 8% Part Time, 1% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $75,325 per year, or $36.2 per hour.

Manager - OSHA Compliance

Quality Carriers

Baton Rouge, LA • On-site

$95K - $100K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Re-posted 17 days ago


Job description

Quality Carriers, Inc. (QC®) is a premier transportation solutions company in North America. QC and its subsidiaries provide expertise in bulk liquid chemical, intermodal and dry bulk transportation, logistics management, tractor and trailer repair and maintenance, commercial tank wash services, and more. QC has built a reputation for safety, reliability, honesty, quality, and industry expertise by providing top of the line transportation solutions for industry leading manufacturers. 
 
We are looking for an energetic, reliable Manager - Safety & OSHA Compliance to join our team. We are a dynamic, stable and growing company. We have great long term career opportunities across our headquarters, trucking terminals, mechanic shops, depots, tank washes and other locations. If you want to join the industry leader and make a difference, please consider this opportunity and apply at QualityCarriers.com.
 
Compensation:
  • Range between $95,000-$100,000
Job Details
Job Summary:
The Manager – Safety & OSHA Compliance shall demonstrate the ability to complete assignments in an efficient manner requiring full use and application of Occupational, Health and Safety knowledge. Scope of work includes problem solving skills for a variety of scenarios requiring originality and ingenuity. Position works with minimal supervision and may be assigned to special projects or tasks as needed. Position will be expected to provide coaching and guidance to chemical transportation, vehicle maintenance, transloading, depots, and tank cleaning operations. 
 
This position will be responsible for managing occupational, health and safety processes at all company owned facilities in the region as well as helping to protect the company’s interests at partner facilities as needed. Additionally the incumbent will work to support and drive the creation of a strong safety culture that engages employees in the achievement of reducing injuries and incidents at our facilities. 
 
Duties/Responsibilities:
  • Provide guidance and direction to local management and personnel on occupational safety, industrial hygiene, and other health & safety issues.
  • Participate in change management processes and process hazard analyses to identify health & safety issues and opportunities.
  • Identify action-based goals for local leadership team members to support achievement of targets and objectives.
  • Take the lead in incident investigations, root cause analysis, and action item completion. Complete/close out items as assigned.
  • Assist with implementation of the industrial hygiene program, including identification of job tasks requiring sampling as needed.
  • Develop and periodically review site procedures relating to vehicle maintenance, rail transfer, tank cleaning, depot services, and chemical transportation operations.
  • Conduct site inspections, compliance audits, and management systems audits.
  • Develop and update emergency action plans for all facilities in the assigned region.
  • Provide content for site-specific training programs and conduct training as necessary.
  • Provide content for safety meetings and tool-box topics. Conduct webinars with field leadership and personnel as required.
  • Assist in designing programs to control, eliminate and prevent disease or injury.
  • Develop and/or provide training on new regulations affecting operations.
  • Assist facilities with the preparation of annual management system audits and compliance inspections.
Benefits
  • Medical
  • Dental/Vision
  • Basic Life/Voluntary Life
  • Short Term and Long Term Disability
  • Flexible Spending Account and Health Savings Account
  • Digital health through Recuro
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • 401k Employer Match and Roth Retirement Savings Plan
  • Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESSP) {QCWC and QC Canada not eligible}
  • Additional Voluntary Benefits 
Requirements
Skills/Abilities:
  • Working knowledge in regulatory and technical aspects of Occupational Safety (General Industry), Industrial Hygiene & Management Systems
  • Experience in vehicle maintenance, rail, and chemical safety is desired.
  • Working knowledge of cross-functional H&S disciplines
  • Ability to lead and support cross-functional process improvement teams
  • Ability to act as a change agent. Effective in enabling and driving change
  • Ability to effectively communicate (verbal and written) with clarity, impact and passion
  • Ability to conduct behavior-based safety observations
Education and Experience:
  • Must have 5 - 7 years of H&S experience, either as an H&S professional or in a role requiring detailed knowledge of H&S requirements.
  • Experience with incident investigation and root cause analysis and development of JSA/JHAS is required.
  • Experience understanding and applying regulations is highly desired.
  • The ability to speak and write in Spanish is desirable.
Position Type/Expected Hours of Work: This is a full-time remote position, and days and hours of work are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5 p.m.
 
Travel: 50%
Company Information
Work Environment: 
  • This job operates in a professional work environment.
  • This position requires frequent travel to and from various work locations via multiple forms of transportation (automobile, air plane, rental vehicles). 
  • Will be required to wear personal protective equipment (excluding respiratory protection). 
  • Potential exposure to hazardous chemicals, odors, dirt, and dust is possible.
  • Safety First environment - Complacency is not an option.  
Physical Demands: 
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
  • The employee will regularly and repetitively be required to talk, hear, sit, type, reach and grasp in a typical office environment. 
  • This position may require standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping or crouching. The employee must frequently lift and/or move items up to 20 pounds. 
  • Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. 
Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. 
 
Equal Employment Opportunities
Quality Carriers, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law.