Safety Manager Jobs in Ohio

Safety Manager jobs in Ohio are actively sought across manufacturing, construction, chemical processing, and logistics, with openings at every level from entry-level safety coordinator through senior EHS director. Columbus, Cleveland, and Cincinnati are the biggest hiring centers, anchored by employers such as Honda of America, Procter and Gamble, and Cleveland-Cliffs, all of which maintain substantial safety teams in the state. The most in-demand specialties are process safety management, construction site safety, and industrial hygiene. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles112+
Top employerSheakley
Top cityColumbus, OH
Cities hiring51
Work type84% On-site
Top industryConstruction

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TTM Technologies
Environmental Health Safety & Sustainability Manager
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Environmental Health Safety & Sustainability Manager
TTM Technologies
North Jackson, Ohio
Compliance & Risk
Health & Safety
Health & Safety (EHS & OHS)
Quality Control
Bachelor's degree
10,000+

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Kroger
Sr. Regional Food Safety Manager - Distribution (East Region)
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Kroger
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Sr. Regional Food Safety Manager - Distribution (East Region)
Kroger
Cincinnati, Ohio
Creative & Design
Product Management
Project & Program Management
Project Management
Bachelor's degree in food science
10,000+

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Sheakley
Safety Manager
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Sheakley
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Safety Manager
Sheakley
Portsmouth, Ohio
Creative & Design
Product Management
Project & Program Management
Project Management
$47 - $55/hr
201-500

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IES Residential
Safety Manager
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IES Residential
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Safety Manager
IES Residential
Canton, Ohio
Creative & Design
Product Management
Project & Program Management
Project Management
Bachelor's degree in engineering
1,001-5,000

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Sheakley
Safety Manager
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Sheakley
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Safety Manager
Sheakley
Cincinnati, Ohio
Business Operations
Executive Leadership & C-Suite
Project Management
Associate Safety Professional
201-500

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Safety Manager Jobs by City in Ohio

Where Ohio roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Cincinnati
14 jobs
Cleveland
7 jobs
New Albany
7 jobs
Canton
5 jobs
Sidney
5 jobs
Newark
3 jobs
Westerville
3 jobs
Dayton
2 jobs

Safety Manager Job Market in Ohio

A snapshot from current Ohio openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

Sheakley
Sheakley7 open roles
B&B Concrete
B&B Concrete5 open roles
Turner Construction Company
Turner Construction Company4 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Construction & Real Estate
  • Insurance
  • Manufacturing
  • Healthcare & Medical Services
  • Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals

What Ohio Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in safety manager jobs across Ohio.

  • CSP, CHST, or OSHA 30-hour certification recognized by Ohio employers
  • Bachelor's degree in occupational safety, industrial hygiene, or a related field
  • Working knowledge of OSHA 1910 and 1926 general industry and construction standards
  • Experience conducting incident investigations, root-cause analyses, and corrective-action follow-up
  • Proficiency with safety management systems and recordkeeping under OSHA 300 log requirements
  • Strong communication skills for delivering safety training and reporting to site leadership

Safety Manager Jobs in Ohio: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a safety manager in Ohio?

Ohio does not require a state-issued safety manager license, so the path runs through education and voluntary credentials. Most Ohio employers expect at least a bachelor's degree in occupational safety, environmental health, or a closely related discipline. From there, earning the Board of Certified Safety Professionals' Certified Safety Professional credential strengthens candidacy considerably. Candidates with construction backgrounds often pursue the Construction Health and Safety Technician credential as a complement.

How much do safety managers make in Ohio?

Safety managers in Ohio earn a median of about $91,460 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $57,430 for the lowest 10% to over $136,390 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire safety managers in Ohio?

Employers hiring safety managers in Ohio right now include Sheakley, B&B Concrete, and Turner Construction Company, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Ohio's concentration of automotive assembly plants, steel mills, and large distribution centers means manufacturing and industrial companies account for a particularly high share of openings compared with national averages.

Which Ohio cities have the most safety manager jobs?

Columbus, Cincinnati, and Cleveland have the most safety manager openings in Ohio. Columbus leads because of its dense logistics and warehouse corridor along I-70 combined with a growing corporate headquarters base, while Cleveland draws demand from heavy manufacturing and healthcare systems and Cincinnati benefits from its large consumer goods and chemical manufacturing presence anchored by companies headquartered in the region.

Are there remote safety manager jobs in Ohio?

Yes, but they're rare. Safety managers are typically required on-site to conduct inspections, lead training, and respond to incidents, which limits remote work options significantly. About 16% of safety manager openings tied to Ohio are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, and those tend to be corporate EHS program manager or compliance analyst roles rather than plant-level or field positions.

How can I get hired as a safety manager in Ohio with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is landing a safety coordinator or EHS technician role first, then advancing from there. Large Ohio manufacturers such as automotive assembly plants and steel producers regularly bring on safety interns and coordinators who rotate through departments before taking on independent responsibilities. Earning an OSHA 30-hour card and completing a degree in occupational safety makes a candidate immediately competitive for these roles. Adjacent positions in quality assurance, industrial hygiene technician work, or environmental compliance also serve as credible lateral entry points into safety management.

Where can I find and apply to safety manager jobs in Ohio?

You can find and apply to safety manager jobs in Ohio on Migrate Mate, which lists current Ohio openings across industries and experience levels. Find roles that fit your background and apply directly to the ones that match.

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