Ramp Safety Officer

DO & CO • Des Plaines, IL

21d • Onsite

About The Position

DO & CO is hiring a Ramp Safety Officer in Des Plaines to support the safe, compliant, and efficient operation of airline catering activities in the airport operating area (AOA). The role oversees ramp, ground, and transportation operations; coordinates logistics and supply chain activities; and ensures compliance with airport and airline requirements, TSA, OSHA, DOT, and company policies. The officer supervises and coaches drivers and team members, delivers safety training, monitors operations for hazards, and conducts inspections, audits, risk assessments, and incident investigations. The position requires airport security clearance and an airport-issued identification badge. It involves working long hours on foot in varying temperatures and flexibility to work different shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays, according to business needs.

Requirements

• At least 1 year of work experience in a related field.
• Excellent planning, coordination, and organizational skills.
• Strong leadership qualities and outstanding communication skills.
• Successfully complete the mandatory airport security clearance process for the assigned location, including applicable TSA and U.S. Customs requirements under 49 CFR 1542.209, and obtain an appropriate airport-issued identification badge, such as SIDA or AOA, or equivalent.
• High attention to detail and a strong commitment to exceptional customer service.
• Solution-oriented mindset and sound decision-making abilities.
• Valid driver's license.
• Hands-on, can-do mentality and proactive work ethic.
• Ability to work long hours on foot and in environments with varying temperatures.
• Flexibility to work different shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays, based on business needs.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safe and compliant AOA airline catering operations in accordance with DO & CO standard operating procedures (SOPs), airport regulations, and airline SOP requirements.
• Oversee ramp, ground, and transportation operations to support safe, efficient, and uninterrupted workflows through logistics and supply chain coordination.
• Ensure compliance with airport authority regulations, airline requirements, TSA, OSHA, DOT, company policies, and applicable airside and landside safety standards.
• Enforce ramp safety policies, procedures, and SOPs.
• Supervise drivers to ensure compliance with airside driving rules, airport permits, vehicle safety standards, and company transportation policies.
• Verify that drivers maintain valid airport IDs, airside driving permits, and required certifications.
• Conduct driver safety briefings and coaching on safe driving practices on ramps and airport roadways.
• Deliver ramp and driver safety training to team members.
• Motivate and supervise team members to promote a safety-first culture and maintain operational standards.
• Monitor daily operations, identify hazards, and promptly address unsafe behaviors, conditions, or procedural deviations.
• Conduct safety inspections, audits, and risk assessments of ramp operations, vehicles, and equipment; document findings and implement corrective actions.
• Investigate safety incidents, near-misses, and non-compliance events; prepare reports and recommend preventative measures.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Ramp Safety Manager and Operations Manager.

Benefits

• Daily complimentary meals (breakfast, lunch, and dinner).
• Full-time employees are eligible for a 401(k) and medical benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Career development opportunities nationally and internationally.
• Opportunity to attend world-class events.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed