Position Description Summary: Plans, implements, and coordinates all Safety and Workers Compensation Programs to reduce or eliminate job injuries, illnesses, deaths, and financial losses.
Principal Accountabilities (The following is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. It is not an exhaustive list of all expectations.):
• Develops accident-prevention and loss-control systems and programs for incorporation into operational policies of the organization.
• Monitors workers’ compensation program to ensure cost containment, compliance with existing law and to provide adequate service to employees. Maintains liaison with legal counsel, physicians, hospitals and clinics and effects contracts for appropriate services.
• Establishes and maintains a modified work program for employees with restrictions.
• Schedule and oversee the company’s safety committee.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA’s 29 CFR 1910 regulations as well as local and state regulatory compliance, and will provide interpretation and guidance of these regulations.
• Manage and be a member of the Emergency Response Team.
• Establish organization-wide standards and best practices including developing policies, procedures, and workflows for safety.
• Plan, organize, direct and control activities to ensure delivery of all Health & Safety plan objectives and targets.
• Work closely with operations to identify risks and develop / implement a control methodology for these risks.
• Ensure regulatory reports are completed accurately, and reviewed thoroughly and submitted on time.
• Continuously identifies, assesses, and reduces/eliminates Health & Safety risk.
• Investigates all accidents and injuries; recommends and/or coordinates corrective actions.
The individual in this position must be capable of performing all of the essential functions with or without a reasonable accommodation.
Knowledge and Skills (The following minimum requirements are normal guidelines and should not constrain the advancement of otherwise qualified personnel): This is a management position. Exceptional interpersonal, analytical, problem-solving, and both written and oral communication skills required. Degree in Occupational Health & Safety or related field preferred. Generally prefer 2-4 years of experience leading a safety program and/or managerial level experience within operations.
Benefits:
Medical
We offer a number of plans for a variety of health care services and supplies, including preventative care, inpatient and outpatient services and prescription drugs.
Vision
The option for separate vision coverage for eye exams, frames, and contact lenses.
Dental
The option for separate dental coverage to cover preventative major and basic dental services.
401(k)
The company offers a pre-tax 401(k) contribution plan with a company match.
Direct Deposit
We offer direct deposit to all employees.
Holidays
On a calendar year basis, the Company pays all employees 6 major holidays, including New Year's Days, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day.
At DB Schenker, you are part of a global logistics network that connects the world. A network that allows you to shape your career by encouraging you to contribute and truly make a difference. With more than 76,000 colleagues worldwide, we welcome diversity and thrive on individual backgrounds, perspectives and skills. Together as one team, we are Here to move.
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