Manager Field Safety

O'Reilly Auto Parts • Lebanon, TN

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

This role will work with the corporate safety team to ensure all Distribution Center (DC), store, and fleet safety programs, along with regulatory compliance initiatives, are carried out. The Manager Field Safety will participate in identifying trends and developing appropriate programs and tools to minimize loss and regulatory noncompliance exposure. This role will have a heavy emphasis on on-site training, utilizing knowledge of safety principles, operations, regulatory requirements, and fleet safety, coupled with excellent communication skills.

Requirements

• Previous management or supervisory experience
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong presentation skills
• Ability to quickly develop rapport and help others understand objectives and purposes
• Must have credibility and ability to “sell” product that may not be wanted
• Willingness to travel 50%+
• Ability to proactively develop programs with limited supervision, while being cognizant of the importance of keeping others informed of activity
• Self-motivated and willing to put in extra time to achieve corporate and departmental objectives
• Ability to work with diverse groups, ranging from executives to inexperienced delivery specialists

Nice To Haves

• O’Reilly DC and/or store management experience
• 4-year degree in environmental management, safety management or related field; post-graduate education in related fields is a positive
• General knowledge of OSHA, Environmental, DOT, and fire department requirements
• Certified Safety Professional (CSP), Certified Environmental Professional (CEP), or other related professional certification
• Affinity or interest in auto parts or automotive-related field
• Bi-lingual

Responsibilities

• Serve as a dedicated resource for DC and store fleet safety training and quality assurance, including key roles in training/compliance for DOT and HAZMAT training/documentation.
• Work closely with the Director of Safety, Environmental and Regulatory Compliance to ensure focused and ongoing training.
• Review, evaluate, and analyze DC and store work environments, and analyze monthly team member Injury & Safe Driving Reports for trends.
• Create procedures and programs to eliminate, prevent, or control injuries.
• Conduct audits and/or assessments to help enforce adherence to all DC and store policies, and applicable laws and regulations governing team member and public health and safety.
• Incorporate all aspects of general fleet and driving eligibility programs, material handling, substance abuse testing, and regulatory compliance in ongoing training and quality assurance programs.
• Conduct targeted and ongoing driving education due to the heavy concentration of risk and corresponding cost with delivery-related functions.
• Work with the Director of Safety, Environmental and Regulatory Compliance on the development of recognition programs and assessment of behavior modifiers for store delivery specialists, including incentives and disincentives.
• Work with Regional DC managers, DC management teams, and region, district, and store management teams to supply area-specific data for use in localized communications.
• Arm DC and store teams with information and ensure safety programs and compliance assessments are part of all DC/store visits.
• Conduct DC, region, district, and store visits for training, quality assurance, and program quality validation.
• Visit each DC a minimum of twice per year, with additional focus on the bottom 20% based on vehicle and personal injury statistics.
• Visit multiple store regions with a focus on the bottom 10% based on vehicle and TM injury statistics.
• Conduct site-specific store risk assessments during each store visit.
• Conduct site-specific DC risk assessments, as well as DOT and HR Audits during each DC visit.
• Develop specific action plans with the RDCM, DCM, RM, and DM to address problems and monitor progress.
• Ensure ABSOLUTE compliance with all new TM safety orientation in the time prescribed, and training completion for all PIE and driving-related functions.
• Evaluate premises, driver practices, usage of personal protective equipment, freight handling practices, PIE certification, pallet and high-bay wrap, etc.
• Attend department supervisor meetings and participate in other RDCM/DCM/RM/DM meetings and conference calls as warranted.
• Verify DCs/stores are adhering to all policies, procedures, conducting and documenting Safety Focus, training requirements, hiring practices, etc.
• Act as a leader and trainer for DC/store management teams and assist with the development of safety committees in the DCs.
• Ensure DC/store safety programs are understood, implemented, and executed.
• Provide support to the Director of Safety, Environmental and Regulatory Compliance to ensure all required DOT route driver training and compliance is performed and documented.
• Act as a resource for fire protection and chemical/product storage.
• Review waste-stream processes and provide communication & direction on non-compliance.
• Provide oversight for environmental issues and waste disposal, including chemical and paint products.
• Ensure all HAZMAT training is conducted, for both premises clean up and shipping.
• Serve as a subject matter expert on assigned area of responsibility’s safety, environmental and regulatory restrictions/requirements.
• Work with loss prevention auditors, field training managers, HR, and corporate management to create an “extended team” for safety evaluation and awareness.
• Provide education to these individuals for evaluating safety and providing on-the-spot coaching and compliance assurance.
• Work closely with the Safety/Driving Eligibility and Substance Abuse Testing Coordinator prior to visits concerning trends or issues.
• Maintain appropriate warning and evacuation procedures for DC facilities (written instruction, chain of notice, headcount verification, etc.).
• Coordinate hazardous materials reporting for the DCs.
• Ensure Regulatory compliance (OSHA, EPA, DOT, Fire Departments, etc.) by working closely with the Director of Safety, Environmental and Regulatory Compliance and the Safety, Environmental and Regulatory Compliance Manager.

Benefits

• Competitive Wages & Paid Time Off
• Stock Purchase Plan & 401k with Employer Contributions Starting Day One
• Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance with Optional Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Team Member Health/Wellbeing Programs
• Tuition Educational Assistance Programs
• Opportunities for Career Growth

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager