What are the responsibilities and job description for the Workplace Safety & Loss Prevention Lead - Weekday Shift position at The Guitar Center Company?
POSITION SUMMARY
Maintain the safety, security, growth, and profitability of the DC by supporting daily Loss Prevention and Safety (LP&S) functions. Provide training, guidance, and direction to employees to ensure compliance with safety standards, regulatory requirements, and company objectives, contributing to the growth and profitability of the facility.
Schedule: Monday- Thursday; 6am-4:30pm
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Open and close the building daily, including management of alarm systems, badge access, and CCTV surveillance equipment.
- Conduct safety related trainings, including safety orientations and power equipment training.
- Ensure compliance with CTPAT guidelines and regulations.
- Investigate and document workplace accidents and injuries to determine root causes.
- Conduct internal and external safety and security patrols and audits.
- Monitor guard shack activity and incidents.
- Drive departmental productivity and efficiency while maintaining high standards of quality and safety.
- Coach and support the Loss Prevention & Safety Clerk to foster growth and development.
- Any other tasks as assigned by supervisor or manager.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
- Consistently lead by example, demonstrate a strong work ethic, initiative, professional maturity, and dependability.
- Proven ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information appropriately.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify root causes and develop effective solutions.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, and Power Point).
- Skilled in giving and receiving constructive feedback and coaching.
- Must be detail-oriented and capable of working independently with minimal supervision.
- Team-oriented with the ability to motivate and collaborate to achieve departmental goals.
- Must be reliable; able to maintain an excellent attendance record.
- Must be Guitar Center certified to operate powered equipment or be willing and able to satisfy certification process.
- Must be willing to obtain First Responder Certification through American Red Cross.
- Positive attitude and demonstrated support for departmental and company-wide initiatives.
- High School diploma or equivalent.
- Two or more years of experience in industrial safety, security, inventory control, or a related field preferred.
- Prior leadership experience is a plus.