HR & Safety Director

HR & Safety Director

The Dixon Group is seeking an HR & Safety Director who brings both expertise and versatility to our Human Resources team in Chestertown, MD! Think of this role as the HR leadership "utility player"someone who can step in where needed, adapt quickly, and help drive our culture of safety, compliance, and continuous improvement.

In this role, you will take the lead on safety and environmental initiatives, ensuring a safe and compliant workplace across our operations. You will develop and deliver training programs related to safety, compliance, and HR policies, while also supporting HR compliance efforts to meet both regulatory and company standards. Beyond safety, you'll have the opportunity to jump in and support other HR functions, fill gaps, and contribute to special projects as needed. Collaboration with leadership and employees will be a key part of your day-to-day work as you help build a proactive safety culture and a stronger HR team.

This position is perfect for someone who enjoys variety and thrives in a dynamic environment. You'll love this role if you're a team player who's eager to learn, quick to adapt, and not afraid of ambiguity or shifting priorities. At Dixon, you'll have the chance to make a direct impact by protecting employees, strengthening company culture, and growing your own HR skill set. Just like a utility player in baseball, your adaptability will add depth and value to the entire team.

The Dixon Group is a global, family-owned manufacturing company with a history of over 100 years of operation in the U.S.A. Based in Chestertown, Maryland, with distribution centers located worldwide. The company has a talented workforce and a strong values-based culture. As an innovator in the hose coupling industry, our mission is to provide real solutions for our customers while fostering a supportive and collaborative work environment.

At The Dixon Group, we value the contributions of our Military Veterans and proudly employ our nation's heroes. Veterans are strongly encouraged to apply.

What You'll Do :

• Direct the Safety & Environmental Program : Oversee and manage the safety and environmental program, along with other compliance concerns, for multiple locations across several states.
• Regulatory Management and Research : Research, create, and revise compliance documents while actively anticipating new and evolving laws and regulations from federal, state, and other regulatory entities.
• Interpretation and Communication : Interpret, write, and communicate all revised and new safety and compliance requirements to the organization.
• Training and Development : Create and conduct safety and compliance training using various methods, including live sessions, virtual meetings, and the organization's Learning Management System (LMS).
• Travel and Consulting : Engage in travel for activities such as conducting live training, providing safety and compliance consulting, and interacting with federal and state regulatory agencies as needed.
• Internal and External Coordination : Work closely with the worker's compensation captive insurance program, as well as divisional and departmental leadership.

What We're Looking For :

What We Offer :

Join us and be a part of a team that values your contributions and supports your goals!