Job Description

LSG Sky Chefs is a leading provider of in-flight food services, delivering high-quality meals to approximately 300 airlines across the globe. With a commitment to innovation and excellence, we operate around 200 service centers in nearly 50 countries, serving over 425 million meals annually. Voted “Airline Caterer of the Year in North America” for three consecutive years 2023, 2024, and 2025 we are committed to excellence and innovation, driven by the dedication and expertise of our talented employees. Our team members are the heart and soul of our success, consistently delivering exceptional culinary experiences and outstanding service to our clients and their passengers across North and Latin America.

Our focus on enhancing customer satisfaction and adapting to industry changes positions us as a key player in the airline catering sector.

Perks That Take Off on Day 1

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits
• Employer-paid Life Insurance & AD&D
• Tuition Reimbursement for your continued growth
• Generous Vacation, Sick, and Holiday Pay
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Free Meals & Parking
• Opportunities for Advancement within a global industry leader

Your Role as a Safety Manager

As our Safety Manager, you will be responsible for establishing and managing all ramp and employee safety programs at our new expansion location. Your mission? To create a culture of safety, ensure regulatory compliance, and drive risk reduction strategies that keep our employees and operations at one of the world’s busiest airports. At Sky Chefs, Safety is more than a priority, it’s the cornerstone of our success. In this critical role, you’ll collaborate with airline partners and internal teams to create a best-in-class ramp environment where safety, service excellence, and customer focus thrive together. If you’re passionate about protecting people, driving compliance, and building programs that make a real impact, this is your opportunity to lead from the front. Location: near Chicago O'Hare International Airport.

• Lead safety initiatives at our new facility, ensuring compliance with OSHA, FAA, DOT, EPA, airline regulations, and company-wide safety standards.
• Oversee and implement Ramp Safety Operating Procedures and Safety Management Guides.
• Conduct mock OSHA and Ramp Safety Audits, ensuring the new location is fully prepared for external evaluations.
• Act as the primary safety liaison for airline partners, federal agencies, and internal stakeholders.
• Incident Investigation & Risk Management
• Lead accident and injury investigations, performing root cause analysis to prevent future occurrences
• Track and analyze trends in employee injuries, aircraft, auto, and property damages, implementing proactive strategies to reduce risk.
• Develop action plans that drive measurable reductions in workplace incidents and operational disruptions.
• Train, mentor, and empower teams on safety best practices, ensuring employees at our new facility are well-equipped to maintain a safe working environment.
• Ensure CSC safety trainers are properly trained to onboard and educate new hires.
• Conduct workshops and continuous learning sessions to build a strong safety culture at our expansion site.
• Participate in safety meetings with business partners, including ARTEX, Continental, and UPSLT-Delta.
• Work with airline manufacturers to design new ground service equipment for next-generation aircraft.
• Support Lean Manufacturing initiatives to enhance safety and efficiency across operations.

What We’re Looking For:

• 5-7+ years of experience in aviation safety, employee safety management, or ground handling safety.
• Bachelors Degree in Safety Engineering, Safety, Aviation Ground Safetyor in related field preferred.
• Strong understanding of OSHA, FAA, DOT, and airline safety regulations.
• Experience working with airport security, airline partners, and federal regulatory agencies.
• Ability to conduct thorough investigations, gather evidence, and collaborate with legal teams.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and training skills—able to influence teams at all levels.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and data-driven safety reporting tools.
• Aviation security experience and knowledge of the Circle of Safety are a plus.

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