Safety & Compliance Form

Cargomatic•Long Beach, CA

1d•$100 - $125

About The Position

Cargomatic is seeking an experienced Safety & Compliance Manager to lead safety, risk management, and regulatory compliance for our West Coast port and drayage operations. This role supports complex, high-risk environments including ports, yards, warehouses, and intermodal operations in Long Beach and Oakland. The position requires strong transportation safety expertise, comfort operating independently, and availability to respond to safety-related incidents outside of standard business hours.

Requirements

5+ years of safety and compliance management experience in trucking, drayage, or intermodal transportation
Strong working knowledge of FMCSA, DOT, OSHA, and California transportation regulations
Experience managing drug and alcohol testing programs and Clearinghouse compliance
Proven ability in accident investigation, compliance auditing, and safety training
Highly organized with strong attention to detail
Strong communication skills with the ability to influence drivers, contractors, and leadership
Ability to work extended or irregular hours and respond to urgent safety matters

Responsibilities

Develop, implement, and manage safety policies, procedures, and training programs for drivers, owner-operators, and terminal staff
Ensure compliance with FMCSA, DOT, OSHA, and California state regulations
Monitor driver logs, roadside inspections, and safety-related events; implement corrective actions and remedial training
Conduct regular yard, terminal, warehouse, equipment, and route safety inspections
Investigate accidents, incidents, and injuries; prepare reports and implement corrective actions
Serve as Designated Employer Representative (DER) for all drug and alcohol testing programs
Manage FMCSA Drug & Alcohol Clearinghouse compliance, including reporting and annual MIS submissions
Oversee workers’ compensation claims and coordinate with insurers and regulatory agencies
Maintain OSHA injury logs and ensure ongoing OSHA compliance at all applicable sites
Audit driver qualification files and pre-approve recruits for onboarding
Maintain fleet registrations, permits, MCS-150 filings, and related regulatory documentation
Track maintenance inspections, DOT equipment inspections, and chassis repair documentation
Ensure FMCSA portal data accuracy and audit readiness
Lead new hire onboarding and driver/owner-operator orientation sessions
Coordinate distribution of onboarding materials, devices, permits, and training resources
Implement recurring safety training for drivers and operational staff
Provide safety leadership and incident response on a 24/7/365 basis
Support terminals without dedicated fleet or maintenance leadership
Collaborate with legal and insurance partners on claims, litigation, and risk mitigation
Travel up to 25% between Long Beach and Oakland as required