Transportation Compliance Manager

Ecolab•Naperville, IL

11d•Remote

About The Position

As Transportation Compliance Manager , you drive DOT and Hazmat compliance, lead fleet safety initiatives, resolve audits, deliver regulatory training, investigate incidents, and partner with operations to ensure our private fleet’s safety, performance, and continuous improvement across all compliance and reporting requirements What You Will Do Lead all efforts to maintain CSA scores with FMCSA within good status for our internal private fleet. Lead the strategy and maintenance of our DOT employee and equipment files. File and renew Hazmat registrations, DOT Special Permits, and maintenance of financial and registration paperwork. Leading and executing issue resolution of ECAP/DOT Compliance audits for plants and terminals related to the fleet. Design and provide training to Fleet personnel on relevant FMSCA, PHMSA and Hazmat regulations. In addition, evaluate the existing equipment for improved ergonomic devices and accessories. Lead investigations into first aid, recordable injuries, violations, and vehicle accidents. Drive deep dive on root cause through 5-why analysis and RCA, identify corrective actions and follow up with resolution accountability to all parties. Review trend analysis for root causes to continue to improve program. Create and publish safety metrics and observation tracking with focus on re-trip inspection metrics. Partner with Fleet Operational & Maintenance Managers to drive forward improvement. Oversee and manage real-time DOT Compliance issues and partner with Fleet Operations Managers on pre-inspection checklists and issue resolution as needed. Position Details This is a remote position. The ideal candidate will reside close to a major airport. Overnight Travel required – 25%

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Logistics Safety or related degree
15+ years’ experience in within the transportation, warehousing or related field
Knowledge of DOT Hazmat and RCRA regulations
FMSCA regulations and controlled substance programs
Excellent problem-solving skills
Strong verbal and written communication, leadership and training skills
Strategic influencing ability. Able to bring together cross-functional groups to solve challenging safety solutions.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Science, Environmental, Logistics or related discipline - significant industry experience may be used to substitute for formal education
Previous experience in bulk liquid transportation industry
Project management experience

Responsibilities

Lead all efforts to maintain CSA scores with FMCSA within good status for our internal private fleet.
Lead the strategy and maintenance of our DOT employee and equipment files.
File and renew Hazmat registrations, DOT Special Permits, and maintenance of financial and registration paperwork.
Leading and executing issue resolution of ECAP/DOT Compliance audits for plants and terminals related to the fleet.
Design and provide training to Fleet personnel on relevant FMSCA, PHMSA and Hazmat regulations.
Evaluate the existing equipment for improved ergonomic devices and accessories.
Lead investigations into first aid, recordable injuries, violations, and vehicle accidents.
Drive deep dive on root cause through 5-why analysis and RCA, identify corrective actions and follow up with resolution accountability to all parties.
Review trend analysis for root causes to continue to improve program.
Create and publish safety metrics and observation tracking with focus on re-trip inspection metrics.
Partner with Fleet Operational & Maintenance Managers to drive forward improvement.
Oversee and manage real-time DOT Compliance issues and partner with Fleet Operations Managers on pre-inspection checklists and issue resolution as needed.