Region Safety Manager

Job Description Summary

The Region Safety Manager works in collaboration with operational leadership and the functional safety team to identify and control exposure and drive a culture of safety. The role will direct and facilitate field safety activities and continuous improvement of safety standards. The Region Safety Director is also responsible for validating and ensuring company compliance with all Federal and State agencies.

Critical Job Functions

• Working directly with Operations Leadership, develop a safety culture rooted in the identification and elimination of exposure. Organize work to directly impact defined safety strategy and key initiatives.
• Ensure safety improvement plans and corrective action to reduce exposure, injury and collisions; provide necessary tools, resources and support.
• Train and develop field leadership through instructor led sessions, demonstrations, meetings, coaching events, and use of prepared curriculum and job aids.
• Verify the effectiveness of field safety committees and initiatives; assist in the alignment of resources. Review onsite performance, audit results, and supporting data. Identify and address compliance gaps with appropriate leadership in a timely and professional manner.
• Ensure terminal compliance with all Federal, State and Local laws governing the operation of equipment used in transportation. Participate in annual DOT compliance audits as required.
• Monitor the company Compliance, Safety, Accountability (CSA) scores to eliminate exposure and remain below intervention.
• Review and investigate vehicle accidents and injuries. Ensure effective emergency response and notification protocol for serious accidents, injuries and reporting of Hazardous Material releases.
• Assist with safety representation in local safety legal matters.
• Participate in the recognition of safety award recipients and demonstrations of positive recognition for safe behavior.
• Establish trust and credibility by maintaining a high level of integrity and communications with terminal operations teams.
• Travel to multiple site locations approximately 50-75% of the time.
  
  

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or education and experience working in an LTL operations environment.
• Three (3) years or more field experience with safety as a primary responsibility.
• Strong communication skills to receive and convey information effectively: oral and written comprehension and expression.
• High level of motivation, ability to efficiently work with little supervision, effective multi-tasking and prioritizing skills, and ability to positively influence others.
• Professional credentials and certification a plus, such as OSHA 10 / 30, NATMI - CSS, CDS; BCSP - STS, ASP, CSP; Smith System Certification (Preferred).
• Prior experience as CDL Driver or Trainer (Preferred).
• Ability to operate in a field operations environment with varying weather conditions and fluctuating shift coverage. Routinely uses standard office equipment, cell phones, computer technology, and regulatory websites.
  
  

Physical Demands and Work Environment: The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Physical Activities:
• Work may require heavy lifting up, stooping, climbing, prolonged standing, prolonged sitting, and working with or in areas where a potential could exist for exposure to physical, chemical, or biological agents.
• Employee use of personal protective equipment (PPE) is required for some situations.
• PPE includes but is not limited to head, foot, torso, respiratory, vision, and hearing protective devices.
• Must comply with all Fire and Safety Regulations and company policies.
  
  

• Work Environment:
• Exposure to heavy traffic areas while performing the duties of the job.
• Exposure to considerable amounts of dust, diesel fumes and noise.
• May be required to drive service van to off-site locations and perform work.
• Exposure to climate conditions of the geographic area.
• Exposure to chemicals, oils, greases, paints or other irritants.
• Hours may vary due to operational need.
  

Compensation

• The estimated compensation for this role is $94,000 per year.
  
  

Job Location:

• Atlanta, GA
  
  

Benefits

• PTO
• Paid Holidays
• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• 401k
  
  

Roadrunner Freight is building something special with great people, a winning culture and a differentiated service offering in the marketplace. Join us today to grow your career!

• We will not accept unsolicited candidates from external recruiters or recruiting agencies. Thank you!
  
  

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Summary

Additional Requirements:

Roadrunner’s Smart Long Haul is revolutionizing the industry with significant investments in technology, a culture of continuous improvement, and intelligent and efficient direct routing. A Top 100 Trucking company by Inbound Logistics and a Top Tier Service Carrier by Mastio, Roadrunner is an LTL industry leader on the rise.

As a long-haul, metro-to-metro LTL carrier, Roadrunner offers more direct routes than any other nationwide Less-than-Truckload carrier in the United States. With a nationwide presence, terminals across 40+ markets, and more than $400 million in revenue, the company’s Smart Long-Haul Network is the preferred choice for shippers looking to move freight quickly and reliably.

Roadrunner is growing and looking for a highly motivated Region Safety Manager to join our winning team. If you are results driven and looking for a rapidly growing company with high growth and earnings potential, apply today!

We Run Safe. We Run Smart. We Run Together.