LOGISTICS/HEALTH & SAFETY MANAGER I

Partner with operations team to promote associate and customer health and safety; lead the investigation of health and safety concerns and provide corrective and / or preventative measures.

Work to reduce the risk of industrial injury / illness and property damage as well as food safety hazards.

Maintain and follow up on the execution of company safety and loss prevention programs and solicit suggestions and ideas to make the distribution center a safe and secure environment.

Demonstrate the company s core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion and safety.Based in Portland, Oregon, Fred Meyer merged with The Kroger Company in 1998.

Today, we're proudly serving Fred Meyer customers in over 120 stores throughout Oregon, Washington, Idaho and Alaska. As part of the Kroger family of companies, we take pride in bringing diverse teams with a passion for food and people together with one common purpose : To Feed the Human Spirit.

With a history of innovation, we work tirelessly to create amazing experiences for our customers, communities AND each other, with food at the heart of it all. Here, people matter.

That's why we strive to provide the ingredients you need to create your own recipe for success at work and in life.

We help feed your future by providing the value and care you need to grow.

If you're caring, purpose-driven and hungry to learn, your potential is unlimited. Whether you're seeking a part-time position or a new career path, we've got a fresh opportunity for you.

Apply today to become part of our Fred Meyer family! Minimum - 3+ years supervisory experience - Good understanding of the food safety / safety industry and laws - Good administrative skills - Proven experience in a safety program(s) - No direct reports, mid-size facility with less than 500 associates - Ability to travel independently ( - May be required to complete skills and ability testing - Effective communication skills both oral and written Desired - Other Degree in Environmental Health & Safety, Behavioral Sciences or 3 + years equivalent experience related field - Certified in First Aid and CPR or able to be certified within first 6 month in the position - 10 and 30 Hour OSHA course certification or ability to complete the certification within the first year in the position - Proficient in Microsoft office software programs- Serve as a contact for government and outside entities such as the Occupational Safety and Health Administration, Food and Drug Administration and Department of Transportation - Promote safety awareness through teamwork, communications, education and recognition programs - Oversee the Behavior Risk Improvement process and ensure all essential features are in place - Lead the investigation of accidents and injuries to determine the root cause - Review injury reports and investigations for accuracy, completeness and to identify trends - Develop initiatives, policies and training that proactively address safety and security concerns and ensure compliance to all regulatory and company health and safety policies - Manage food safety policies and procedures and respond to food safety concerns - Promote hazard identification and make recommendations for corrective action - Participate in safety and security audits and ensure corrective and / or preventative action is taken - Safety Committee representative and advisor - Develop, train, and maintain effective emergency response team to ensure appropriate measures are taken in the event of an emergency - Ensure that building and equipment safety inspections are conducted and documented - Schedule associate annual training and retraining;

maintain all training records and certifications - Conduct periodic manager and supervisor training sessions - Track safety metrics and identify trends - Responsible for monthly audit of the OSHA 300 log and resolution of errors with claims administrators - Work with corporate claims administrator to manage claims and return to work - Must be able to perform the essential job functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation