Safety Manager at Breakthru Beverage Group Commerce, CA

Safety Manager job at Breakthru Beverage Group. Commerce, CA. Time Type:
Full time. Remote Type: (not specified). Job Family:
Market Operations.

Job Description

Summary:

Promotes a safe environment by coordinating with local, state and regional safety groups and agencies. Identifies safety and health concerns by surveying the operation, investigates violations and recommends preventive programs. The Safety Manager is a consultant to senior operations & sales leaders in the state and is responsible to stay up-to-date on all OSHA, DOT and safety requirements. Creates programs and/or project plans to comply with all regulations in the state, ensures local resources are identified, trained and executing all Safety‑related programs and policies.

Manages the Workers Compensation claims and works to reduce the financial impact of claims in the state. Manages and reports all company vehicle accidents and works with the company insurance carrier to reduce the financial impact of claims in the state. The position requires strong relationship skills to partner with senior leaders to implement and fund safety programs; coordinate alignment of company initiatives with the National Safety Director;

and partner with HR leaders on employee issues.

• Safety Training
  • Identify local operations and sales leaders for the local safety committee in the state.
  • Train each team member on safety responsibility.
  • Conduct monthly Safety Committee Meetings.
  • Coordinate and conduct monthly safety meetings for each division.
  • Create process to assign safety training programs to the state for DOT and OSHA compliance.
• Worker's Compensation
  • Files and manages workers compensation claims for the state, required to know and comply with all state regulations and ensure compliance with federal laws interacting with WC law such as FMLA and ADA.
  • Conducts Accident Investigations.
  • Maintains a current OSHA 300 log throughout the year.
  • Files the OSHA 300A report for each house at end of year.
  • Partners with WC insurance adjusters, HR, Legal to reduce financial impact of claims and return associates to work.
  • Conducts quarterly reviews with the insurance vendor.
• Liability – Vehicle
  • Files property, bodily injury and vehicle claims with insurance company for accidents with BBG vehicles.
  • Conducts Accident Investigations.
  • Coordinates insurance liability program in the state to ensure all associates in driving positions have appropriate coverage.
  • Monitors MVR records of all associates in driving positions for violations, suspensions, and revoked licenses.
• General Liability
  • Files property damage claims for Company Buildings and surrounding property.
• Compliance – DOT
  • Educates Transportation leaders on DOT reporting requirements and ensures systems are in place for DOT compliance.
  • Conducts a monthly review to assess DOT audit risk, puts plans in place to correct any risks identified and trains leaders.
  • Monitors Green Roads program and confirms unacceptable driving is addressed consistently.
  • Registers for several Safety Webinars throughout the year to keep up to date on DOT compliance.
• Compliance – OSHA
  • Implements processes in the state to comply with annual OSHA training requirements.
  • Ensures all markets are complying with the requirements and following the established processes.
  • Partners with leaders on OSHA investigations and responds to OSHA requests in the state.
  • Conducts quarterly warehouse inspections, identifies potential issues and plans corrective action with leadership.
  • Creates a first responder program, with CPR and first aid classes.
  • Registers for several Webinars throughout the year to keep up to date on OSHA compliance.

• Associate's and/or Bachelor's degree in related field and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in safety and/or security of a business.
• Experience implementing safety programs in fleet / operations environment.
• Proficient PC skills using MS Office and other computer programs including presentation software.
• Results‑oriented professional with verbal/written communication skills using diplomacy and discretion as well as customer service skills.
• Ability to…