Safety Manager

About the position

Responsible for developing, implementing and/or administering environmental, fleet safety and occupational health and safety programs to ensure applicable legal compliance and create and maintain a safe and secure working environment. Also responsible for facility security and disaster preparedness planning and effective management of claims (e.g., property and casualty – workers’ compensation, auto liability and physical damage, and products/general liability). Functions as a team member within the department and organization, as required, and performs any duty assigned to best serve the company.

Responsibilities

• Deliver safety programs within budgetary guidelines. Conduct safety training, as necessary.
• Decrease ‘lost days from work’ and Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA) recordable incidents.
• Demonstrate awareness of customer needs and perform job duties to effectively meet those needs.
• Develop interpersonal relationships which encourage openness, candor and trust, both internally and externally.
• Provide informative and professional assistance when working with the public/customers/vendors and coworkers.
• Improve safety policies and procedures.
• Monitor safety programs and implement changes necessary to ensure the health and safety of our associates.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High School Diploma/GED or Equivalent Experience
• 4 – 6 years Occupational safety and health management or related area

Nice-to-haves

• Bachelors Human Resources, Environmental Management, Occupational Safety and Health or related area
• 6-10 years Occupational safety and health management or related area within foodservice industry.
• Certified Safety Professional (CSP), Associate in Risk Management (ARM), and / or related area.

Benefits

• Competitive pay and benefits, including Day 1 Health & Wellness Benefits
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• 401K Employer Matching
• Education Assistance
• Paid Time Off
• Growth opportunities performing essential work to support America’s food distribution system
• Safe and inclusive working environment, including culture of rewards, recognition, and respect.