What are the responsibilities and job description for the Safety Manager position at Private Company?
Are you passionate about creating a safe and compliant workplace? We are seeking a dedicated professional to lead our safety initiative sand ensure compliance with all relevant regulations. If you have a strong background in safety management and a commitment to promoting a culture of safety, we want to hear from you!
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, and Vision plans starting after 30 days of employment
- 401k
- Flexible Spending Account
- Dependent Care Account
- Employee Discounts
- Referral Program
- Company Vehicle provided
Responsibilities:
- Ensure compliance with all workplace safety laws (OSHA, DOT, FMCSA, TSA, EPA, MHSA).
- Develop and implement safety policies for all personnel, facilities, and vehicles.
- Advise senior management on safety goals and strategies.
- Act as liaison with regulatory agencies.
- Collaborate with Workers’ Compensation carriers to reduce workplace injuries and costs.
- Promote a "Culture of Safety" through communication and initiatives.
- Ability to travel to various branch locations as needed for training and safety-sensitive matters.
Key Duties:
- Create and execute health and safety plans.
- Investigate accidents and ensure accurate evaluations.
- Develop emergency alert systems with IT and HR.
- Inspect facilities for safety compliance.
- Work with loss control experts to prevent workplace injuries.
- Communicate and enforce safe practices.
- Maintain company vehicles to safety standards.
- Report and analyze accident statistics.
- Approve safety-related purchases.
- Stay updated on safety laws and regulations.
- Lead Safety Committee activities.
DOT Compliance:
- Provide leadership and advice on DOT compliance.
- Organize quarterly meetings and training for DOT compliance teams.
- Develop training curricula and maintain training records.
- Serve as subject matter expert on DOT issues.
Training:
- Conduct safety training needs analysis.
- Develop and deliver training programs.
- Maintain training documentation and records.
OSHA:
- Ensure accurate classification and reporting of workplace injuries.
- Submit and post OSHA reports on time.
Workers’ Compensation:
- Develop strategies to reduce Workers’ Compensation costs.
- Ensure proper classification of job titles for Workers’ Compensation.
Facilities & Building Safety:
- Conduct safety inspections and ensure compliance with building codes.
- Develop and implement facility management programs.
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree preferred.
- 5 years of professional safety experience.
- 3 years of DOT recordkeeping experience.
- Certified Safety Professional or equivalent preferred.
- Valid driver’s license and prior forklift experience.
- Communication, professionalism, negotiation, organization, planning, and PC proficiency.
We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination and harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
