Safety Manager - Supply Chain

Nordstrom•Dubuque, IA

3d•$68,500 - $117,500

About The Position

Nordstrom is a specialty retailer offering the very best in fashion and customer service since 1901. We live by five simple values that guide how we work together day-to-day. We are customer-obsessed, owners at heart, curious and ever-changing, we extend ourselves to our peers and our customers, and we're here to win! Our Distribution Centers play a critical role in helping us maintain our reputation as a fashion and service leader and our centers serve as hubs from which the latest, most sought after merchandise is sent directly to our stores - and to our customers. When you join our team, you are welcomed into a team dedicated to supporting our salespeople, our stores, and our customers. This Safety Manager will be responsible for leading the implementation of strategic environmental health & safety (EHS) processes and is responsible for fostering safety and prevention at their home site and across the Supply Chain network. Relocation Assistance: Relocation assistance is available for qualified candidates who meet eligibility requirements. Details will be provided during the offer stage.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Safety, Health, Engineering or related discipline preferred
7+ years' experience in Safety or Occupational Safety and Health (preferred)
ASP certification or higher (preferred)
Experience working effectively as a team member by attentively listening to and sharing information with others to facilitate a cooperative work environment, specifically leading a team for safety in a warehouse environment
Knowledge of Environmental regulations
Knowledge of Hazardous Waste
Knowledge of OSHA Regulations as stated in 29 CFR, Title 29
Strong organization, time management, and written communication skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
Competency in the basic use and application of safety instruments
The ability to work with little direction and resourceful with good problem-solving skills

Responsibilities

Works to achieve, maintain, monitor, and report on all EHS performance metrics
Assist in the development and maintenance of EHS-related site-specific written program and procedures
Evaluate and investigate incident and accident trends
Work with Engineering/Facilities teams and leaders in advance of new equipment and processes implementation
Oversee the development and implementation of strategies, policies, and procedures for the Supply Chain Safety Program to ensure a safe and healthy building
Oversee the successful implementation of the site's Safety Committee and Behavior Based Safety teams
Inspect building on a regular basis to identify potential safety and health hazards, including conducting environmental, health, and safety audits of the facility
Monitor and ensure compliance with all state/federal safety and fire laws
Oversee site inspections and responses to regulatory agencies
Execution of the Hazardous Waste Program including weekly inspections of storage areas, regulatory inspections, training, manifest record retention, and overall oversight of the hazardous program
Support regulatory reports in compliance with local, state, and federal agencies
Monitor construction projects to ensure compliance
Ensure facility remains in compliance with all regulatory requirements
Plan and control budgeted EHS expenditures seeking ways to minimize spend without sacrificing effectiveness of EHS policies or programs
Implement EHS audits at the site, identifying gaps and developing action plans
Support EHS network-wide audits and initiatives
Build trust and confidence with the cross functional operations teams, and influence change through providing comprehensive risk assessments and safety data analysis
Partner with the Training Team and other key stakeholders on key safety elements of Virtual Training Guides (VTG's)
Provides support for the on-site athletic trainer and partner with the trainers to proactively address safety risk