Director I - EHS

What You Need To Know :

Shape a remarkable future with us. Build a career working for an industry leader that truly invests in their people – and equips them with leading technology, continuous learning, and the ability to bring their best selves to work. As the premier wine and spirits distributor, Southern Glazer’s isn't just one of Forbes’ Top Private Companies; it's a family-owned business with deep roots dating back to 1933.

The reputation of Southern Glazer’s is well-established, and it's no surprise that we are regularly recognized for our culture. Southern Glazer’s has been recognized by Newsweek as one of America’s Greatest Workplaces for Inclusion and Diversity, as well as for Women, Parents, and Families. These accolades speak volumes about our commitment to creating a supportive and inclusive culture of belonging for all employees.

As a full-time employee, you can choose from a wide-ranging menu of our Top Shelf Benefits, including comprehensive medical and prescription drug coverage, dental and vision plans, tax-saving Flexible Spending Accounts, disability coverage, life insurance plans, and a 401(k) plan. We also offer tuition assistance, a wellness program, parental leave, vacation accrual, paid sick leave, and more.

By joining Southern Glazer’s, you would be part of a team that values excellence, innovation, and community. This is more than just a job – it's an opportunity to build the future of beverage distribution and grow with a company that truly cares about its people.

Southern Glazer’s offers a competitive compensation package with a yearly compensation of $90,500-$100,000 plus Bonus. In determining a final offer, the company will evaluate a specific candidate's education, skills, and experience and will make an offer appropriately.

Overview :

The Director, EHS promotes a positive safety culture while complying with SGWS safety standards and maintaining a safe work environment. This includes conducting training, coaching associates on observed work habits, and performing audits as required by SGWS safety standards. SGWS promotes a Zero-Injury culture.

The Director, EHS is required to maintain accurate daily, weekly, and monthly data metrics to report to onsite operations leadership and corporate leadership. The Dir I, EHS supports site management’s efforts to ensure compliance with all corporate safety program expectations and applicable federal & state laws. The Dir I, EHS also conducts risk assessments related to jobs performed (Job Hazard Analysis) and new equipment introductions under the direction of EHS Sr. Leadership.  In addition, the Director I, EHS is responsible for recommending and inspiring change for the Operations Leadership through appropriate risk mitigation measures and safety data analysis.

Primary Responsibilities :

• Promote an injury-free culture across the division to reduce EHS risks and ensure a safe and compliant work environment.
• Assure compliance with all federal, state, and local safety, occupational health, and environmental regulations, including implementing the SGWS safety standards and management systems process.
• Assess work areas, tasks, equipment, and machinery to identify and address potential safety hazards. Ensure appropriate risk assessments related to jobs performed (Job Hazards Analysis) are conducted and corrective actions implemented to minimize or eliminate injuries and environmental impact.
• Conduct safety training and enforce proactive programs to mitigate employee injuries and illnesses e.g., Stretching for safety and Behavior-Based safety programs.
• Investigate and evaluate root causes for occupational injuries / illnesses, incidents and near misses and maintain relevant data to drive strategic program decisions. This may include educating the line organization with performing incident investigations, including coaching and counseling.
• Facilitate the Division Safety Committee and act as a catalyst for assuring corrective actions are taken for items raised by safety committee members.
• Conduct facility safety observations and inspections frequently, e.g., weekly, monthly, annually. Promote hazard identification and make recommendations for corrective actions.
• Maintain understanding of business processes and functional interdependencies. Recognize and escalate, as needed, those issues identified as risks to impact, or opportunities to improve, division performance.

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EEO Statement :

Southern Glazer's Wine and Spirits, an Affirmative Action / EEO employer, prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. SGWS complies with all federal, state, and local laws concerning the consideration of a qualified applicant's arrest and / or criminal conviction records. Southern Glazer's Wine and Spirits provides competitive compensation based on estimated performance level consistent with the past relevant experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, and education of employees. Unless otherwise expressly stated, any pay ranges posted here are estimates from outside of Southern Glazer's Wine and Spirits and do not reflect Southern Glazer's pay bands or ranges.

About Southern Glazer's Wine & Spirits :

Shape a remarkable future with us. Build a career working for an industry leader that truly invests in their people – and equips them with leading technology, continuous learning, and the ability to bring their best selves to work. As the premier wine and spirits distributor, Southern Glazer’s isn't just one of Forbes’ Top Private Companies; it's a family-owned business with deep roots dating back to 1933.

The reputation of Southern Glazer’s is well-established, and it's no surprise that we are regularly recognized for our culture. Southern Glazer’s has been recognized by Newsweek as one of America’s Greatest Workplaces for Inclusion and Diversity, as well as for Women and Parents & Families. These accolades speak volumes about our commitment to creating a supportive and inclusive culture of belonging for all employees.