Safety Specialist

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We are looking for a proactive safety professional to assist with the implementation of prevention-focused health, safety, and environmental (HSE) and security programs at our operating company (OpCo). This role supports Sysco’s overall HSE objectives, including security and crisis preparedness.

• Complete new hire orientation training programs as assigned by the safety director.
• Maintain records for safety programs (training logs, reports, inspections).
• Implement and train new or existing training programs to employees and supervisors as needed.
• Inspect facilities to detect existing or potentially unsafe conditions.
• Participate in investigations of vehicle accidents and injuries.
• Assist with the identification of root causes and help supervisors develop corrective actions when needed.
• Engage associates to properly follow work methods in their daily job functions.
• Complete observations and coaching of high-risk associates as needed.
• Monitor inspection of equipment to detect failures and recommend corrective/preventative measures.
• Support site management in the implementation of HSE plans.
• Promote a proactive safety culture.
• Provide supervisor and management training on root cause analysis.
• Interface with regulatory bodies (OSHA, DOT, EPA, State/Local Regulators) in the safety director’s absence.
• Assist with the completion of a company-wide annual HSE training plan.
• Promote zero-incident HSE culture throughout the company.
• Support execution of Sysco’s emergency preparedness plan procedures and policies.
• Maintain associate relations through regular interactions and communication, monitor morale and provide feedback to leadership when needed.

• Associate’s degree and/or a minimum of 2 years of safety experience with OSHA certifications.

• 2+ years with direct hands‑on safety experience in a warehousing, manufacturing or transportation operation.
• 2+ years of experience with occupational safety preferred.

• Has attained or is working toward certification in safety as a recognized safety professional.
• Must possess a valid Driver’s License.

• Strong interest in safety with a proven record of results.
• The ability to drive a strong safety philosophy and implement constructive behavior changes in operations safety.
• Excellent analytical, verbal, written communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to interact effectively with all levels of management, supervision, and employees.
• Leadership and team‑building skills.
• Able to influence decision‑makers.
• Proficient with spreadsheet and word processing software, and the ability to learn Sysco technology software and programs.
• Effectively uses time and resources to accomplish overall initiatives and program goals.
• Analyses and independently solves a variety of difficult situations and problems.
• Successfully demonstrates leadership framework competencies.
• Develops effective interdepartmental relationships.
• Demonstrates professional maturity and ability to act as a change member.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job.

• Regularly required to sit, stand, walk and use hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard, mouse, and telephone to talk and hear.
• The employee is frequently required to sit and reach with hands and arms.
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job.

• This position will be performed at the assigned operating company facilities.
• Must be able to do limited travel to Sysco facilities or operating companies.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

• Entry level

• Full‑time

• Management and Manufacturing

• Wholesale Food and Beverage

NOTICE:
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of the environment and the level of work being performed by this job. This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only tasks to be performed by this employee in this job. He or she will be required to follow any other instructions and to perform any other job‑related duties requested by his or her supervisor.