Safety Manager

Job Description

Job Description

Purpose of Position : Every Hermann employee must always follow and adhere to all company policies & procedures, while maintaining the highest regard for the betterment of the organization, through and in every decision made and / or exercised.

The Manager is responsible for maintaining the knowledge to perform proficiently and effectively consistent with the duties of this position.

It is the Safety Manager’s responsibility to create and maintain a safety culture throughout the organization consistent with the principles and direction of the Director of Safety.

Essential Functions :

• Maintain and practice use of the knowledge of / to :
• Create, Implement, and Improve Safety Policies
• Oversee the Safety inspection and auditing program
• Oversee the Vehicle & Workers Comp Accident Claims Process
• Oversee and maintain compliance of all aspects of Driver Qualification Files
• Design and reevaluate company Safety Policy and Standards
• Evaluate current and future methods of various insurance policies
• Report and communicate, periodically, vital statistics compulsory to continued process improvement
• Work with all Divisions of HSI to ensure that Safety Policy and practices are integrated into Standard Operating Procedures
• Oversee Driver & Mechanic DOT compliance programs
• Oversee Hazardous Materials Safety Program
• Continually review, develop, and implement existing and new safety programs for all Divisions of Hermann Services
• Maintain Governmental regulations compliance including, but not limited to :
• FDA,, USDA, OSHA, C-TPAT, Federal, State, & Local Agencies, and Homeland Security

Maintain knowledge of and demonstrate the skillful use of :

• Industry-related computer software and hardware
• Current changes and trends in the industry

Perform Specific Work Duties :

• Hold periodic Safety Meetings as is necessary or required by company policy
• Perform Accident investigations on scene and / or desktop
• Use internal and External measurement standards to quantify Safety ROI’s
• Monitor Governmental agency regulatory requirements to ensure company compliance
• Screen, orient, and train new drivers and other employees as needed
• Enhancing the company’s profitability by (but not limited to) :
• Perform all duties in a timely manner, effectively as to reduce the overall downtime of the equipment
• Communicate to management any / all cost-cutting ideas or suggestions

Requirements :

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Operations Management, or a related field
• Proven experience in a senior operational role within a multi-facility environment.
• Strong leadership and people management skills.
• Excellent financial acumen and analytical abilities.
• In-depth knowledge of industry regulations and standards.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to travel within the region as required.

DISCLAIMER : This information describes the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this job. The description is not designed to be a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees in this job.

Reasonable accommodation may be made to qualified disabled individuals for the performance of essential duties and responsibilities.