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Director of Safety and DOT - Warehouse and Logistics

Primary Recruiting Services

Chicago, IL | Full Time

$121k-164k (estimate)

4 Months Ago

Director of Safety and DOT - Warehouse and Logistics

$121k-164k (estimate)

Full Time 4 Months Ago

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Primary Recruiting Services is Hiring a Director of Safety and DOT - Warehouse and Logistics Near Chicago, IL

Primary Recruiting Services (PRS) - Supply Chain

Title: Director Safety - Warehouse and Logistics
Location: Chicago, IL
Pay: $115-140K
Benefits: Healthcare, dental, vision, vacation, personal days, holidays/floating holidays, etc.
Why you should apply:

Endless growth opportunities
Big on giving employees work/life balance
Help expand a growing business

Job Details:

Collaborates with site management to develop an Emergency Action Plan and serve as primary contact for site incident notification, investigation, and case management.
Assist with conducting accident investigations, root cause analysis, and implementation of preventive strategies and handle worker’s compensation claims
Understanding of OSHA and safe work permitting requirements and compliance.
Identify all required safety training requirements and develop training calendar
Ensure safety data sheets are maintained and readily accessible
Develop and foster strong working relationships with all functional units of organization.
Report on health and safety awareness, issues and statistics
Conducts safety meetings, audits, and inspections to ensure compliance, evaluate performance, identify corrective action, and implement follow up assessments.
Implements Safety Management Systems.
Prepares and monitors employee safety training.
Performs record keeping and ensures compliance with Company Policies and State and Federal safety regulations.
Consults with and supports activities of Site Safety Committee.
Oversees incident/ accident investigations and root cause analysis.
Conducts periodic inspections including air and noise monitoring.
Administers the Personal Protective Equipment programs including safety eyeglass, safety shoe, respirator, and hearing protection programs.
Assist with administration of worker’s compensation claims and return to work programs.
May assist with administration of security aspects of facility including contracted guard service.
Maintain professional development.
Basic understanding of workers’ compensation claims process
Develop strategic direction for health and safety initiatives that mitigate associated risks
Identify, develop, and implement health and safety initiatives
Conduct risk assessments for the development of a risk mitigation strategy

Job Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree in Operations, Business or similar
Eight (8) years of experience in safety within Warehousing and Logistics
MUST have experience with OSHA
Strong computer skills including MS Office and MS Excel.
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to relate to others in a cross-functional environment.
Strong problem-solving skills.
Knowledge of inventory practices and principles.