Location Safety Team Lead

Penske•Frederick, MD

20h•$58,000 - $76,800

About The Position

Coach and mentor location drivers to achieve an accident-free work environment while maintaining full compliance with all applicable regulatory agencies. Be flexible to work in the afternoon/evening at least a few nights per month to be able to see drivers and assist with issues on different shifts. Penske Logistics engineers state-of-the-art transportation, warehousing and supply chain management solutions that deliver powerful business results for market-leading companies. With operations in North America, South America, Europe and Asia, Penske and its associates help businesses move forward by increasing visibility and driving down supply-chain costs. Visit Penske Logistics [https://www.penskelogistics.com/] to learn more.

Responsibilities

Monitor effectiveness of driver safety metrics including but not limited to:
Ensuring all drivers are trained and current on Smart Drive programs. If not, advise reason why prior to weekly safety call and plan to maintain goal.
Creating a plan to ensure 100% compliance.
Driver probation
Compliance follow up requests. Collecting data and submitting to the proper group, information regarding driver qualification files, which is sent via email from DQops for the following items:
Safety audits
Driver log audits
Random trailer and tractor inspections- IE: securement, spill kits, missing documents (permits, CVOR, etc.)
Mock DOT inspections- IE, if we are made aware of a DOT campaign for roadside inspections, schedule mock DOT inspections with drivers in yard to coach and counsel potential issues.
Accidents - in the event of an accident, responsible for the following items:
Report to scene of accident to assess situation and possible root cause
Take photos
Interview parties involved (driver)
Ensure all documents required have been completed
Log data in Risk Management and upload required files to portal.
Set up safety call with driver involved, management and Corporate Safety Team.
Ensure post call, Gensuite is completed and closed.
Ride along with driver post-accident to ensure driver is fit and comfortable to return to work.
Monthly Facility Inspections
Ensure we are in compliance with all codes and all equipment is in working and safe order
Other projects as assigned