Safety Manager

UDL Career • Phoenix, AZ

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About The Position

Updike Distribution Logistics, LLC is seeking an experienced Safety Manager to lead its safety department and oversee regulatory compliance and accident prevention across transportation, warehousing, and final-mile delivery operations. This hands-on management position supervises two Safety Analysts while maintaining an active role in daily safety operations. The role partners with operational management to promote regulatory compliance and a strong safety culture across multi-state operations, including knowledge of California safety and compliance regulations. Frequent travel to multi-state operations is required.

The Safety Manager oversees DOT/FMCSA transportation safety programs, OSHA compliance for warehouse and distribution operations, and safety compliance for independent contractors and final-mile delivery. The position owns safety performance metrics and continuous improvement, maintains regulatory records and company safety policies, and serves as the primary contact for safety regulatory agencies. The role also manages inspections, compliance reviews, corrective actions, and safety training.

Requirements

• Minimum 5 years of experience in commercial transportation safety, DOT compliance, or a closely related field.
• Strong working knowledge of FMCSA regulations, including driver qualification, hours of service, drug and alcohol testing, and vehicle safety requirements.
• Working knowledge of OSHA regulations applicable to warehouse and distribution operations.
• Experience conducting accident investigations and implementing corrective actions.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to interpret regulations and apply them to daily operations.
• Effective communication and leadership skills, with the ability to work with drivers, warehouse employees, supervisors, and management.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and electronic safety management systems.

Nice To Haves

• Previous supervisory or team leadership experience.
• Experience in trucking, logistics, warehousing, or distribution operations.
• Familiarity with Samsara or similar fleet telematics and ELD systems.
• Experience managing DOT compliance audits and OSHA inspections.
• OSHA 30-hour training or equivalent safety education.
• Professional safety certifications such as CDS, CSP, or ASP.
• Bachelor's degree in occupational safety, transportation, business administration, or a related field; relevant hands-on experience may be considered in place of formal education or professional certifications.

Responsibilities

• Oversee compliance with Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations and applicable state regulations.
• Manage driver qualification requirements, including DQ files, CDL verification, medical certifications, MVR monitoring, and driver qualification audits.
• Administer DOT drug and alcohol testing programs, including random, post-accident, reasonable suspicion, and return-to-duty requirements.
• Monitor hours-of-service compliance, electronic logging devices, and related violations.
• Oversee driver orientation, safety training, and road-test requirements.
• Monitor CSA performance, roadside inspections, and regulatory violations, and implement corrective actions as needed.
• Review driver and vehicle safety performance using fleet telematics and onboard camera systems.
• Investigate transportation accidents, identify root causes, and implement corrective actions.
• Coordinate with operations and maintenance personnel to address vehicle and driver safety concerns.
• Maintain OSHA compliance programs across warehouse and distribution operations.
• Conduct facility inspections and coordinate corrective actions for identified hazards.
• Oversee workplace safety programs, including hazard communication, emergency response, fire prevention, heat illness prevention, and powered industrial truck safety.
• Investigate workplace injuries and incidents, document findings and corrective actions.
• Coordinate employee safety training and maintain required records.
• Assist operational management with OSHA inspections and workplace safety concerns.
• Support safety compliance for independent contractors and final-mile delivery operations.
• Oversee verification of applicable driver qualifications, vehicle safety documentation, and related safety requirements for final-mile operations.
• Investigate delivery-related accidents and safety incidents.
• Work with final-mile supervisors to address unsafe practices and improve safety performance.
• Manage safety and compliance oversight for multi-state operations, including maintaining up-to-date knowledge of California regulator safety and compliance.
• Travel frequently to multi-state operations.
• Own responsibility for safety performance metrics and continuous improvement.
• Supervise, train, and support two Safety Analysts, providing direction and oversight of daily departmental activities.
• Establish priorities, delegate responsibilities, and ensure timely completion of compliance-related tasks.
• Maintain accurate safety records, regulatory documentation, and compliance reports.
• Develop and monitor safety performance metrics, identifying trends and opportunities for improvement.
• Conduct safety meetings and provide training to drivers, warehouse employees, and operational supervisors.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for DOT, FMCSA, OSHA, and other safety regulatory agencies.
• Manage regulatory inspections, compliance reviews, and corrective action responses.
• Maintain and update company safety policies, procedures, and training materials.
• Partner with operations, maintenance, HR, and senior management to promote accountability and continuous improvement.

What This Job Offers

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