SAFETY AND QUALITY CONTROL MANAGER

POSITION SUMMARY

To ensure workplace safety and operational efficiency, prioritize accident prevention, hazard mitigation, and adherence to safety regulations to avoid legal consequences and foster a secure environment for employees, contractors, and visitors. Cultivate accountability and encourage proactive reporting of risks. Maintain high-quality service, prevent damages, and optimize resources to reduce waste and downtime. Enhance employee well-being, satisfaction, and retention while building trust with clients through efficient processes and consistent delivery. Promote innovation, reduce overtime, and maintain competitiveness to meet or exceed customer expectations and sustain the company's reputation.

ABOUT MATUS INTERNATIONAL

We are Matus International, offering top-tier shipping services with a mission to inspire the growth of our clients' businesses by building strong, long term relationships through our personalized and efficient services. We are committed to seeing each team member achieve their personal, professional, and financial goals through the work we do together. Our core values are the backbone of our business and guide our hiring process: alongside Commitment, we are Disciplined, act with Integrity, take Responsibility, stay Aligned, and are Results-Oriented.

OBJECTIVES

• Daily walk thru of warehouse to ensure that current best practices are being followed
• Review Safety Standards/ Procedures and create a plan that better fits our needs to ensure our safety protocols are aligned with OSHA standards
• Create and implement “0” accident culture
• Conduct weekly meetings to review safety topics of importance with warehouse
• Schedule monthly Safety meeting with Juan (safety consultant)
• Create and continuously improve SOPs for warehouse personnel that will enable the team to become more efficient and enhance service quality.
• Ensure warehouse personnel are complying with daily inspection and maintenance of forklifts and power tools
• Ensure repairs of forklifts are scheduled, reviewed, and approved in a timely manner. Keep a log per forklift to track repairs and cost.
• Develop and implement new quality control processes to reduce claims.
• Implement metrics for warehouse personnel regarding loading processes, timeliness, and daily quotas per team
• Daily inspection of containers to reduce in house claims
• Daily walk thru of yard to ensure reduction of in house claims
• Collaborate with production teams to address quality issues and ensure compliance with standards and procedures.
• Maintain accurate records of inspections and quality-related data/ incidents
• Identify and report defects, deviations, or non-conformities.
• Oversee warehouse productivity to reduce OT, claims and material waste
• Execute and streamline order process of materials and supplies needed
• Oversee and develop warehouse vendor relationships to reduce costs
• Hire, train and develop warehouse team members
• Upload, review and ensure quality of pictures for containers being loaded
• Ensure quality vehicle reception pictures meet standards and address if need be
• Review and address claims with teams at destination along with warehouse personnel within 72 hours
• Review and continuously improve the process for the receiving and unloading of vehicles in the yard.

COMPETENCIES:

• In-depth knowledge of OSHA standards and workplace safety regulations.
• Ability to develop and implement safety plans and a "zero-accident" culture.
• Proficiency in conducting safety audits and improving procedures.
• Strong leadership skills to guide warehouse personnel and enforce protocols.
• Ability to conduct effective meetings and training sessions on safety and efficiency.Knowledge of quality assurance processes and metrics implementation.
• Experience in overseeing warehouse operations, including inspections, inventory, and maintenance.
• Ability to track, analyze, and report data on inspections, repairs, and operational metrics.
• Strong problem-solving skills to address defects, claims, and inefficiencies proactively.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills to coordinate with teams, vendors, and consultants.
• Ability to maintain vendor relationships to reduce costs and ensure quality service.

• Proficiency in maintaining accurate records and logs for equipment, incidents, and processes.

• Must be bilingual in English & Spanish

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree in logistics, supply chain management, Occupational Safety or related field.
• 3–5 years of experience in implementing and managing OSHA-compliant safety protocols in a warehouse or industrial environment.
• Proven experience (5 years) in managing warehouse operations, including logistics, inventory control, and team supervision.
• Experience in creating and implementing Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to enhance efficiency and service quality.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Comfortable working in a warehouse environment
• Proficiency in using laptops and communication tools for remote and in-office tasks.
• Perform work with OSHA required PPE; Including COVID19 PPE
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential requirements.

COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY

As an equal opportunity employer committed to meeting the needs of a multigenerational and multicultural workforce, Matus International recognizes that a diverse staff, reflective of our community, is an integral and welcome part of a successful and ethical business. We hire local talent at all levels regardless of race, color, religion, age, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation or disability, and actively foster inclusion in all forms both within our company and across interactions with clients, candidates and partners.

Call-To-Action If you are passionate about ensuring top-quality service delivery and want to make a significant impact at Matus International, we invite you to apply today and embark on this exciting journey with us! Email resume to mrodriguez@matusintl.com

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $70,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Vision insurance

Language:

• both English and Spanish (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Medley, FL 33178 (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $70,000 - $75,000