Safety Manager

Time Type : Full time

Remote Type : Job Family Group :

Market Operations

Job Description Summary :

The Safety & Security Manager plays a critical role in driving a culture of safety and compliance across the state. Acting as a consultant to senior operations and sales leaders, this position leads OSHA compliance, injury prevention, and security initiatives while ensuring physical security and DOT regulations are met. The role also involves collaborating with HR and operations to manage Worker's Compensation, return-to-work programs, and emergency preparedness. With a focus on incident prevention and risk mitigation, the manager develops training programs, compliance policies, and safety protocols to create a proactive safety-first environment. Reporting to state leadership, they align company initiatives with Corporate EHS, HR, and Operations & Sales teams, occasionally supporting early morning and evening operations, as well as activities at customer locations.

As a key leader within Breakthru Beverage, an employer of choice, this role provides the opportunity to make a real impact while shaping safety and security standards across the organization.

Job Description :

Job Responsibilities :

Safety Training -

Identify local operations and sales leaders for the local safety committee in the state. Train each team member on safety responsibility. Conducts monthly Safety Committee Meetings. Coordinates and conducts monthly safety meetings for each division. Creates process to assigns safety training programs to the state for DOT and OSHA compliance.

Security -

Create, manage, and monitor security policies and procedures.

Work as a liaison with Federal, State and local Law enforcement and emergency services.

Investigate, document and maintain record of all incidents as it relates to security.

Administer and maintain security badge and entry systems for the properties.

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. Keeps a current OSHA 300 log thru out the year. Files the OSHA 300A report for each house at end of year. Partner 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. Responsible to coordinate insurance liability program in the state to make sure all associates in driving positions have appropriate coverage. Monitors MVR records of all associates in driving positions for violations, suspensions, revoked license, etc.

General Liability - Files property damage claims for Company Buildings and surrounding property

Compliance -

DOT Compliance - Responsible to educate Transportation leaders on DOT reporting requirements and ensure 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. Responsible to monitor Green Roads program and confirm unacceptable driving is addressed consistently. Registers for several Safety Webinars throughout the year to keep up to date on DOT compliance.

OSHA Compliance - Implement processes in the state to comply with annual OSHA training requirements. Ensure all markets are complying with the requirements and following the established processes. Partner with

leaders on OSHA investigations and respond 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.

Other duties, as assigned by the jobholder's supervisor, may also be required.

Minimum Qualifications :

• Associates 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
• Work experience implementing safety programs in fleet / operations environment
• Proficient PC skills using MS Office and other various computer programs including presentation software
• Must be a results-oriented professional with verbal / written communication skills using diplomacy and discretion as well as customer service skills
• Ability to multi-task, work independently and / or within a team, pay attention to detail and meet deadlines
• Analytic and Reporting skills
• Utilize sound judgement and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work in fast-paced, high-volume, team environment

Physical Requirements :

Competencies :

Resolves issues which are often varied and non-routine. Undertakes analysis and investigation to solve issues.

This job description is only a summary of the typical functions of this position, not an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all possible job responsibilities, tasks and duties. Responsibilities, tasks, and duties of individual jobholders may vary from the above description.

Salary Range : $79,800 - $99,750 - This position is eligible to participate in a bonus program. Metrics and level of participation are determined annually. - This position is eligible for health care benefits, life insurance, time off benefits, and participation in the Company's 401(k) plan.

Breakthru Beverage Group is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information and other legally protected characteristics. The EEO is the Law poster is available here. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please call (708) 298-3536 and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.