The Manager Safety is a first-level manager that will manage and execute on organizational safety programs within our Distribution Center to prevent injuries and work-related health conditions and comply with applicable regulatory requirements. This role will promote and work to maintain a safe and healthy work environment by collaborating with various departments to minimize workplace hazards and foster a culture of safety.

Duties and Responsibilities of the Position:

· Analyze and classify risks and losses and measure financial impact upon the company.

· Design and direct programs to reduce accidents, occupational illness, and exposure to long term health hazards.

· Train employees and management in safety practices.

· Investigate accidents, injuries, or occupational illnesses to determine causes and preventive measures.

· Review plans and specifications for construction or purchase of new machinery or equipment to determine whether all safety requirements have been met.

· Conduct safety audits, record, and rate severity level, and assign responsibility for corrective actions.

· Coach site-specific leadership team on the expectations, tools, and implementation of the Safety Management System.

· Tracks and monitors SMS level specific KPI’s.

· Create and continually improve SMS specific training such as Supervisor Hazard identification/Mitigation and Supervisor Safety Communication Skills, Roles, and Responsibilities.

· Ensure the integrity of Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) rules and regulations.

· Performs other duties as needed.

Required Experience and Education: Describe the education, years of experience, and any certifications necessary to complete the duties and responsibilities of this position.

· Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent education and/or experience.

· 6-8 years’ relevant experience or equivalent education and/or experience.

· 1-3 years of management experience.

· Safety training and certificates preferred.

· Knowledge of OSHA safety disciplines, other regulatory guidelines, and common industrial safety practices.

Competencies:

· Requires specialized depth and/or breadth of expertise in own job discipline or field.

· Focused on and responsible for their team's productivity and collective impact.

· Excellent communication, problem solving, and organizational skills.

· Able to multitask, prioritize, delegate, and manage time effectively.

· High level of integrity and discretion in handling sensitive and confidential data.

· Proficient using Microsoft Office Suite products.

· Flexible attitude, adaptable to change, team player, and able to handle multiple projects at once.

· High degree of professionalism, judgment, maturity, and resourcefulness in the absence of formalized guidelines and procedures.

Other Pertinent Job Information:

Disclaimer: It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and

qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

· Occasional travel is required.

· This role may work in classrooms, offices, and high-traffic production floors.

· This role will be responsible for direct reports.