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Sr. Manager Safety, Explosives

Sr. Manager Safety, Explosives

MSM Group North America IncMiddletown, IA, US
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Job Description

Job Description

Position Summary :

MSM North America is seeking an experienced and highly knowledgeable Sr. Manager Safety, Explosives to lead safety programs and compliance efforts for a large-scale facilitation effort. This role provides technical authority and program leadership to ensure that all explosive-related operations comply with Department of Defense (DoD), Department of the Army, Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), and environmental standards. The Explosives Safety Manager will oversee hazard analysis, regulatory compliance, training, and risk management, ensuring the safe execution of critical munitions manufacturing and facility operations.

Key Responsibilities :

Explosives Safety Program Leadership

  • Develop, implement, and oversee explosives safety programs in compliance with Defense Explosives Safety Regulation 6055.09, DoD 4145.26M, DA PAM 385-64, Army regulations, and OSHA standards.
  • Lead the development, updates, and approval process for Explosives Site Safety Plans (ESSP), ensuring all regulatory steps and stakeholder reviews are completed.
  • Ensure safe operations involving the storage, handling, transport, and disposal of explosives and munitions.
  • Lead site-wide initiatives to build a strong culture of explosives safety and regulatory compliance.

Hazard Analysis & Risk Mitigation

  • Conduct and review hazard analyses, including facility siting and quantity-distance (Q-D) studies.
  • Identify, evaluate, and mitigate risks associated with explosive materials and related operations.
  • Collaborate with engineering and operations teams to design and maintain safe processes and facilities.

    • Regulatory Compliance & Audits

  • Serve as the subject matter authority on all explosive safety standards and regulations.
  • Lead and support audits and inspections conducted by DoD, DCMA, OSHA, and other agencies.
  • Manage corrective action planning and implementation to resolve compliance findings.

    • Training & Technical Guidance

  • Develop and deliver training programs on explosives safety, hazard recognition, and emergency response.
  • Provide technical direction and support to engineers, managers, and production staff.
  • Maintain certification and compliance records for personnel handling explosives

    • Incident Investigation & Continuous Improvement

  • Lead investigations of incidents involving explosives, ensuring root causes are identified and corrective actions are implemented.
  • Capture lessons learned and integrate improvements into safety protocols and SOPs.
  • Recommend and implement best practices for continuous safety improvement.

    • Stakeholder Engagement

  • Act as primary liaison with Army representatives, government regulators, and

    • subcontractors on explosives safety matters.

  • Provide clear and timely communication to leadership regarding risks, compliance status,

    • and safety performance.

    Qualifications

    Required :

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Safety Management, Industrial Hygiene, or related technical discipline required.
  • Minimum 10 years of professional experience in explosives safety, defense manufacturing, or munitions operations.
  • Direct experience working within Army or DoD explosives safety programs required.
  • Expertise in Defense Explosives Safety Regulation 6055.09, DoD 4145.26-M, DA PAM 385-64 (Ammunition and Explosives Safety Standards), and related DoD / OSHA standards.
  • Prior experience supporting high-hazard facilities or ammunition plants.

    • Preferred :

  • Advanced degree in Safety Engineering, Industrial Safety, or related field preferred.
  • Experience with Costpoint or similar ERP / subcontract management systems strongly preferred.
  • Experience supporting defense programs in high-compliance environments.

    • Skills :

  • Advanced knowledge of explosives safety management, hazard analysis, and Q-D siting principles.
  • Strong leadership skills with the ability to influence and engage across multiple functions.
  • Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and risk assessment abilities.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to brief leadership and external agencies.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and safety management systems.
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