Regional Safety Specialist

U.S. Venture, Inc.•St. Louis, MO

About The Position

Responsible for leading Safety & Health compliance across multiple warehouse locations, with a strong emphasis on on‑site auditing, Powered Industrial Truck (PIT) safety programs, and field‑based compliance execution. This role identifies, evaluates, and manages safety that present unacceptable risk related to personal injury, accidents, property damage, and regulatory penalties. The position serves as a primary contact for Safety & Health related matters, partnering directly with operations leaders to conduct audits, verify compliance, and drive corrective actions across a multi‑site operating environment. This role will be based in Kansas City or St. Louis. Travel 50–70% is required to additional sites throughout the central region.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in safety with 3-5 years Industrial/Occupational Safety & Health and DOT experience or Associates or Technical degree with 5-8 years Industrial/Occupational Safety & Health and DOT experience
Hands-on experience with safety audits in multi-site warehouse, distribution, or industrial environments
Direct experience supporting or auditing Powered Industrial Truck (PIT) programs
Extensive knowledge of Safety & Health laws, regulations and standards on the Local, State and Federal levels
Working knowledge of workers’ compensation and transportation laws, regulations and standards on the Local, State and Federal levels
Working knowledge of fire protection/prevention codes and standards and industrial hygiene fundamentals
Ability to communicate with all levels from frontline through senior management to develop program support
Aptitude to work within government/regulatory guidelines and with agency personnel
Ability to identify, appraise and analyze loss producing conditions and practices
Proactive in designing and developing appropriate safety and risk related programs and policies
Capable of team-oriented problem solving
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office; Outlook, WORD, EXCEL, and PowerPoint
Honest, open, trusting-building professional that stimulates cooperation and communication between associates and management
Valid Driver’s License with good driving record
Ability to travel to different location of U.S. Venture required
Successfully pass a pre-employment drug test (do not test for THC / marijuana)

Nice To Haves

Certified Safety Professional (CSP) or Associate Safety Professional (ASP) certification preferred

Responsibilities

Serve as the primary point of contact for Safety & Health across assigned warehouse and distribution locations
Conduct frequent on‑site safety, PIT, and DOT audits to verify compliance with OSHA, DOT, and company requirements
Lead and support Powered Industrial Truck (PIT) safety programs, including certification audits, retraining requirements, and corrective actions
Drive timely completion of corrective actions resulting from audits, DOT findings, near‑miss incidents, injury investigations, and identified hazards
Partner with operations leaders to implement and sustain safety, PIT, and compliance programs in warehouse environments
Design and deliver Safety & Health training to leaders and associates across multiple sites
Ensure accurate maintenance of all Safety & Health records, permits, and required documentation
Develop and maintain safety policies and procedures and support implementation across divisions
Coordinate occupational health monitoring activities (respiratory, noise, chemical exposure)
Manage and support workers’ compensation, liability, and property claim activities
Partner with insurance carriers and brokers on audits, service instructions, and loss‑control recommendations