Safety Supervisor

CMA CGM • Houston, TX

2d

About The Position

Responsible for the development and administration of the employee environmental, health and safety program in a station to ensure that station facilities, vehicles and equipment comply with applicable state OSHA laws and federal standards and regulations, and provide a safe and healthy environment for employees and the public.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental, Safety & Health, Transportation Safety, Business Administration or a related science Preferred.
• Minimum two to three years’ experience in transportation safety or transportation safety/compliance experience required.
• In-depth knowledge of applicable state OSHA requirements and other occupational health and safety rules and regulations including DOT and EPA.
• In-depth knowledge of federal and state safety laws.
• Knowledgeable of warehouse operations and freight/logistics optimization.
• Demonstrated understanding of key transportation concepts and key performance indicators (accidents per million mile, injury frequency rates, EMOD, etc).
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to establish and maintain productive relationships at all organizational levels — must be a people person.
• Ability to develop constructive working relationships with station management to obtain their support and involvement in safety accountability.
• Must have the ability to overcome operational challenges, challenge “the way it’s always been done,” and introduce new and cost effective processing techniques.
• Experience in evaluating workplace hazards.
• Experience in conducting safety inspections and reviewing performance functions for conformance with safety and environmental health regulations.
• Demonstrated ability to evaluate and estimate the costs and effectiveness of safety and maintenance programs.
• Ability to facilitate proactive safety awareness programs.
• Experienced in conducting group or one-on-one safety related training and the ability to tactfully address classroom challenges from opinionated students.
• Experience in investigating accidents, incidents and safety complaints.
• Excellent planning, time management, collaboration, decision making, organization, presentation and negotiating skills.
• Experience with, or ability to understand internal and external implications of solutions proposed, potential areas of risk and methods to limit liabilities.
• Ability to analyze moderately complex procedural requirements.
• Ability to develop and present statistical data to all organizational levels.
• Skilled in developing and documenting processes, and procedures.
• Ability to generate error-free reports.
• Ability to work well in a team environment, collaborate with internal and external resources, gain credibility with senior management, and manage through conflict with a positive, flexible attitude.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, internet, web-based and job specific related software applications.
• Must be able to read, write and speak English fluently.
• Ability to communicate and interact effectively with people from multi-functional and diverse backgrounds.
• Ability to read, analyze and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.
• Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from management, employees and vendors.

Nice To Haves

• Minimum one year industry experience preferred.
• Certified Safety Professional (CSP) Preferred
• Certified Occupational Safety Specialist (COSS); or
• Other industry equivalent safety certification/training.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement and administer health and safety programs for all departments throughout the facility including employee forklift certifications, employee safety orientations and employee Hazmat/Dangerous Goods certifications.
• Assess the applicability of state OSHA requirements and other occupational health and safety rules and regulations.
• Assist in the interpretation of statutory requirements and evaluation and modification of loss control program components to ensure compliance with industry standards and legislative mandates established by general law.
• Recommend policies and procedures and implements them after approval to ensure compliance.
• Conduct safety inspections and reviews performance of job functions to ensure conformance with safety and environmental health regulations.
• Estimate costs and effectiveness of various safety and maintenance programs.
• Arrange for, or personally provide, on-site safety training to station employees.
• Ensure a positive and consistent corporate image and approach is integrated throughout all training efforts.
• Investigate accidents, incidents and safety complaints.
• Prepare records, reports and make recommendations for action and/or correction.
• Assist Corporate Safety management in the development and administration of an effective and efficient loss prevention and control program.
• Assist staff during office hours, on the telephone and in person by responding to inquiries using independent judgment, discretion, and tact.
• Educate and motivate supervisors and managers to follow safe work practices and maintain a safe working environment through training, presentations and the distribution of safety materials.
• Act as a resource for operating department managers and supervisors with regard to safety, health, environmental and select maintenance issues.
• Provide assistance and counseling in creating safe working conditions and in acquiring ergonomic and other safety equipment.
• Represent the station in meetings with vendors, regulatory agencies and other public and private organizations.
• Interview and confer with employees regarding safety issues and problems.
• Assist in overseeing the work of contractors and vendors providing safety services and equipment for the facility.
• Monitor changes to applicable regulations, technology and procedures that may impact facility safety programs.
• Maintain accurate records and files and prepares periodic and special reports.
• Keep abreast of emerging technology changes and innovations through formal or informal study, reading business and professional publications, networking, and participation in professional organizations.

Benefits

• Outstanding benefits for employee and family including multiple health plans(company contribution to health savings account), prescription, dental and vision coverage.
• Company paid life insurance, accident insurance, short- and long-term disability coverage and employee assistance plan.
• Voluntary benefits including additional life insurance, AD&D coverage, buy-up short- and long-term disability, critical illness, identify theft & legal plan.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Flexible Paid Time Off programs including company paid holidays.
• Tuition reimbursement program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level