Corporate Risk & Safety Manager

The Larson Group•Strafford, MO

45d

About The Position

The Larson Group Peterbilt, is looking for an experienced Corporate Risk & Safety Manager to join our dynamic team. This position is to assist the Director of Risk & Safety with all aspects of the TLG safety program, maintain all TLG safety programs initiatives, OSHA compliance, improve safety through comprehensive resource planning, safety audits/inspections, and disciplined OSHA 1910/1926 processes. Improve TLG's safety performance status by helping to reduce hazards/injuries, conduct accident/incident investigations, attend site safety committee meetings, and conduct OSHA compliance trainings. Work with all business operation teams to ensure optimal integration of safety guidelines and OSHA compliance. Create and maintain a safe work environment for employees, customers, and visitors.

Requirements

Associates degree preferred but will take work experience and OSHA 30, 1910-1926-511-501 training in consideration of degree.
5-10 years' experience in site safety programs.
Ability to communicate clearly too all levels of management.
Experience with OSHA compliance.
Able to train and motivate employees to create a safe environment.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills along with professional presentation and negotiation skills
Must be flexible, innovative, and comfortable in setting own priorities
Polished presentation, business acumen and facilitation skills.
Good understanding OSHA 1910/1926.
Strong organization and planning skills
Fluent written and spoken English
Ability to be polite, professional and informative
Authorized to work in the US

Responsibilities

Supervises company safety program.
Continuously evaluates the site, safety program to determine improvements through effective metrics, personnel, and operational needs.
Coordinates with all function groups to maintain a high safety standard while taking appropriate corrective action measures to resolve deficiencies.
Works hand in hand with all employees to ensure safety program is followed.
Trains, motivates, coaches, and rewards staff. Resolves issues related to safety, EPA, and OSHA compliance.
Enforces all safety policies and ensures all employees attend required safety training. Investigates accidents in a timely and accurate manner.
Maintains knowledge of Federal, local and industry safety standards.
Proactively identifies any potential barriers and proposes solutions without impeding business operations.
Works with managers to establish departmental goals and objectives with strategic planning.
Provide support to Continuous Improvement strategies and opportunities.
Carries out safety related tasks in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable federal and state laws.
Responsible for training of employees. Not limited to planning, assigning, and directing safety tasks.
Addresses all complaints or questions specific to safety.
Perform any other duties and/or tasks that may be assigned.
Ability to travel frequently with in the assigned area of operation to support the TLG safety program and culture.
Instills in all personnel, by action, example and training, a sincere attitude towards safety.
Establishes with staff a clear understanding of each member's responsibilities and specific duties regarding safety and health.
Maintain effective and open line of communication in safety matters with all personnel.
Communicates safety information to the supervisors/managers and alert them to potential hazards that may develop at or near their operations.
Ensure that managers and additional site leadership are monitoring employees in the proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE).
Assist with developing and communicating safe job procedures for hazardous operations.
Resolve questions and/or recommend necessary expenditures to correct unsafe conditions.
Make regular shop, warehouse, parts, service, and office safety inspections to determine if safe work practices are being observed; ensure that unsafe conditions do not exist.
Actively participate and follow the safety and health programs.
Personally perform safety inspections, and review safety inspection reports and unsafe conditions reported by managers, supervisors, employees, or others. Make corrections as required to maintain a safe workplace and ensure compliance.
Promote safety awareness and compliance with the Safety and Health Policies.
Ensure safety awareness among workers through regular meetings.
Ensure compliance with safe work practices and TLG's safety rules.
Take appropriate disciplinary action when safety violations occur to ensure compliance.
Must be able to stand and walk for long periods of time
Must be able to lift 50lb.
Ability to wear personal protective equipment: Clothing, eye protection, proper footwear.
OSHA Compliance with locations 300 forms.
Support all employees in their assigned roles under the safety and health program.
Seek information on any hazardous chemicals you work with to understand their dangers and how to protect yourself. Able to locate chemical information in company SDS binder and TLG intranet.
Deliver Safety Stand Down information and Trainings.
Conduct Toolbox Talks, Trainings, and informational Q&A's.