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.

• 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.

• 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.

• 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.

• 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.

• Actual starting pay is determined by various factors, including but not limited to relevant experience and location.
• Subject to eligibility requirements, associates may receive health care benefits (including medical, vision, and dental); wellness benefits; 401(k) retirement benefits; life and disability insurance; employee stock purchase program; paid time off; paid sick leave; and parental leave and benefits.
• Paid Time Off, paid sick leave, and holiday pay vary by job level and type, job location, employment classification (part‑time or full‑time / exempt or non‑exempt), and years of service. For additional information, please .
• AEO may also provide discretionary bonuses and other incentives at its discretion.