What are the responsibilities and job description for the Safety Manager position at Performance Foodservice?
Job Description
We Deliver the Goods:
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 may include, but not limited to:
High School Diploma/GED or Equivalent Experience
4 - 6 years Occupational safety and health management or related area
Strong knowledge of OSHA regulations, DOT compliance, and risk management principles.
Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to analyze data and develop actionable safety strategies.
We Deliver the Goods:
- Competitive pay and benefits, including Day 1 Health & Wellness Benefits, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, 401K Employer Matching, Education Assistance, Paid Time Off, and much more
- Growth opportunities performing essential work to support America’s food distribution system
- Safe and inclusive working environment, including culture of rewards, recognition, and respect.
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 may include, but not limited to:
- Develop and manage company-wide safety programs, policies, and procedures to ensure compliance with OSHA, DOT, and other regulatory standards
- Deliver safety programs within budgetary guidelines. Conduct safety training, as necessary.
- Decrease “lost days from work” and Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) recordable incidents.
- Manage compliance with safety regulations, such as OSHA's Process Safety Management (PSM) standards and EPA's Risk Management Plan (RMP) requirements.
- 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.
- Lead training programs for employees and management on safety practices and risk management.
- Collaborate with operations, HR, and legal teams to address safety concerns and regulatory requirements.
- Monitor and improve safety policies & programs and implement changes necessary to ensure the health and safety of our associates.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
High School Diploma/GED or Equivalent Experience
4 - 6 years Occupational safety and health management or related area
Strong knowledge of OSHA regulations, DOT compliance, and risk management principles.
Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to analyze data and develop actionable safety strategies.