Safety Manager Jobs in Illinois
Safety Manager jobs in Illinois are open across Chicago, Joliet, and Bolingbrook and other Illinois metros, with employers like Amazon, Clayco, and Georgia Nut Company hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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DESCRIPTION
The Regional Asset Protection and Safety Manager will lead the region in shrink reduction and profit maximization efforts. The position will proactively seek to bring economic value to the company, promoting profitable sales and world class customer service while ensuring a safe place to work and shop.
Key job responsibilities
- Monitors, manages and audits all aspects of physical security within assigned region to ensure alarm systems, access control and CCTV standards are operational and in compliance.
- Conducts detailed business audits to identify exposure to margin erosion, policy breakdowns, systemic issues and shrink opportunities. Analyzes work environment to control, eliminate and prevent accidents.
- Partners with Region Operations and Store Team Leaders. Acts as a subject matter expert, teacher and trainer for all matters pertaining to Asset Protection and Occupational Safety.
- Conducts financial and operational investigations relating to Safety program compliance, margin erosion, profit loss, and dishonesty. Utilizes data to identify opportunities and suggest business improvements.
- Partners with Team Member Services to complete investigations and interviews.
- Partners with the store teams to reduce accidents, cash and merchandise loss on the front end. Helps establish best practices and programs designed to minimize risk and improve service.
- Supports all Store Operations objectives to enhance service, safety and the profitability of the Region.
- Manages the Global Asset Protection / Safety Communications and Awareness program throughout the Region. Guides Store Team Leaders to achieve required Team Member participation rates, ensuring Team Members have the confidence and knowledge to successfully execute the Global Asset protection and Occupational Safety program.
- Maintains and understands statistical information, accident data and case reporting materials.
- Acts as a liaison between Federal, State and local law enforcement, third party security contractors, regulatory agencies, OSHA and Whole Foods Markets.
- Partners with the Regional Food Safety teams to ensure all regulatory and compliance expectations are being met to reduce incidents and maintain standards.
- Builds region specific shrink and accident reduction strategies and utilizes resources to achieve goals.
- Partners with region receiving team to ensure back room compliance measures are being executed.
This role is based out of a field site; however the majority of time (~70%) will be spent traveling to store locations within the assigned region rather than working from the base office.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- BA / BS in Business, Finance, Criminal Justice or equivalent experience in a related field
- 5+ years of Retail Asset Protection and Safety experience
- Wicklander-Zulawski (WZ) certification
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Loss Prevention Certified (LPC)
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.
The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits.
LOCATION
USA, IL, Chicago
SALARY
74,300.00 - 130,100.00 USD annually
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Safety Manager Job Market in Illinois
A snapshot from current Illinois openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Amazon5

- Clayco3

- Georgia Nut Company2

- Innophos2

- International Paper2

Top Industries Hiring
- Construction & Real Estate9
- Food & Beverage9
- Manufacturing7
- Retail6
- Technology & Software5
What Illinois Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in safety manager jobs across Illinois.
- Bachelor's degree in occupational health, safety science, or a related field
- OSHA 30-hour general industry or construction certification
- Certified Safety Professional (CSP) credential or active pursuit
- 3 to 7 years of progressive safety management experience
- Proficiency with incident reporting software and safety management systems
- Experience conducting audits, developing safety training programs, and managing workers' compensation claims
Safety Manager Jobs in Illinois: Frequently Asked Questions
How many safety manager jobs are there in Illinois?
There are 61+ safety manager openings in Illinois on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Chicago, Joliet, and Bolingbrook. New positions post regularly as employers across Illinois hire.
How much do safety managers make in Illinois?
Safety managers in Illinois earn a median of about $98,270 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $61,160 for the lowest 10% to over $137,000 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which Illinois cities have the most safety manager jobs?
Chicago, Joliet, and Bolingbrook have the most safety manager openings in Illinois right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.
Which companies hire safety managers in Illinois?
Employers hiring safety managers in Illinois include Amazon, Clayco, and Georgia Nut Company, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.
Are there remote safety manager jobs in Illinois?
Yes. About 7% of safety manager openings tied to Illinois are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in Illinois metros.
How do I apply for safety manager jobs in Illinois?
You can apply to safety manager jobs in Illinois directly on Migrate Mate. Search the listings above, find roles that match your experience and preferred Illinois location, then apply to each one that fits.
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