Lead - Supply Chain Safety & Security

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Safety and Security Lead plays a key role in maintaining a safe, secure, and productive environment in a high-volume Distribution Center. This role coordinates day-to-day activities across weekend shifts to ensure consistent implementation of safety policies, incident response, and security protocols. Serving as the primary on-floor point of contact for employees and supervisors, this person must show strong initiative, high attention to detail, and a proactive mindset to identify areas of opportunity.

ROLE & RESPONSIBILITIES:

Safety Duties

● Weekend Point of Contact:
Act as the primary safety and security point of contact during assigned shifts.

● Incident Response:
Respond promptly to safety incidents, medical events, and security issues.

● Investigation Quality:
Guide accident investigations and ensure proper procedures are followed to increase the quality of documentation and root cause analysis.

● Observations &

Coaching:

Conduct regular floor safety observations and provide positive reinforcement or real-time coaching to associates.

● Compliance:
Perform routine safety inspections and hazard assessments to ensure a compliant work environment.

● Emergency Coordination:
Support emergency response procedures, including fire alarms, medical emergencies, and security threats.

Security Duties

● Investigations:
Assist with investigations related to theft, workplace violence concerns, or policy violations.

● Access Control:
Issue and deactivate access cards, manage badge supplies, and maintain control of campus keys.

● Systems Support:
Support badge access issues, review camera footage when needed, and provide oversight for contract security guards.

● Site Programs:
Manage the site's parking program, vehicle registrations, and visitor sign-in process.

● Monitoring:
Monitor security desk operations, video surveillance, fire/burglary alarms, and inbound/outbound trailer security.

Training, Collaboration & Culture

● Shift Support:
Facilitate safety orientations and lead Safety Committee meetings as needed.

● Programs:
Maintain safety communication boards and site incentive programs.

● Teamwork:
Work closely with department co-workers to support training and development initiatives.

● Continuous Improvement:
Take initiative to identify areas of opportunity and proactively make improvements to site safety and security.

Qualifications:

● Bilingual:
Fluent in English & Spanish Required

● Education/

Experience:

High school diploma or equivalent required;
Safety and/or security experience strongly preferred.

● Communication:
Exceptional interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.

● Autonomy:
Proven ability to work independently and make decisions under minimal supervision.

● Technical

Skills:

Proficiency with Google Suite; experience with Vector EHS, Access

IT, and Ava CCTV systems is a plus.

● Preferred

Certifications:

OSHA 10/30, CPR/First Aid.