What are the responsibilities and job description for the Safety Coordinator position at FLASH?
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FLASH has been a family-owned business since it started in 1984. The same values of a typical family are practiced in our organization. A family is built on trust, respect, communication, and loyalty. It is those same values with which FLASH does business; treating our employees and customers with such, and expecting the same in return from our employees.
WHO WE ARE- FLASH is a family-owned interstate transportation company, with 48-state and Canadian authority.
WHAT WE DO - We specialize in the transportation of dry bulk commodities. These include, but are not limited to: Sand, Bentonite, Lime, Fly Ash, Cement, Plastic, and Food Grade.
WHY CHOOSE US - FLASH is a true value-added organization; providing services to customers on the premise of relationships, moral character, and hard work. Customers are not a commodity; relationships mean something.
OUR MISSION - FLASH is the linkage between dry bulk manufacturers and end users of such commodities. As we grow in an expanding international market, FLASH remains committed to providing the highest quality service. Your expectations of communication, dependability, flexibility, loyalty, and contamination-free deliveries are our priorities. We mandate safe practices as a pledge to our employees, and maintain equipment as a means to preserving the environment.
POSITION OVERVIEW
The Safety Manager will be responsible for the safety operations at FLASH and work with Operations and Maintenance to set the curriculum of new hire training and its oversight, primarily as it relates to drivers and technicians. Individual will carry out the core training initiatives of the company by way of regular safety meetings, in addition to required training as a mandate of job-specific certifications. This position will work with the Operations Manager and aid in the inspection and observation functions as needed. This applies to all FLASH locations as well as Crossroads Market, a division of the FLASH Family of Companies. This positions’ primary focus is truck fleet safety but is also relied upon to investigate and provide recommendations for advancement in safety across our operation.
This position will travel throughout the operational area to ensure FLASH team members, customers, and vendors are given adequate training, communication, and service. While some travel will be dictated by request, this position has liberty to operate and execute as sees fit. This position is centrally located in Green Lake, WI.
ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- This position will work closely with the Operations, Dispatch, and Maintenance departments to educate, train, and coach employees on FLASH’s processes, procedures, and equipment as it relates to safety.
- Work closely with FLASH’s insurance broker and outside agencies to execute initiatives and actions, as well as to augment the company’s safety programs.
- Ensure safety programs are current with federal, state, and local safety regulations.
- Create and manage schedule of fleet Safety Meetings/Training meetings: every 8 weeks at each location.
- Revise and manage safety manuals throughout the FLASH organization.
- Manage DOT Drug and Alcohol testing program.
- Observe employee activities to uncover and correct employee violations of federal, state, and local safety regulations.
- Conduct follow-up investigations of any damage, accidents, or incidents in partner with the Operations Manager and Human Resources Department, and create best practices from such.
- Work with Maintenance and Management to inspect equipment and working conditions to ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local safety requirements.
- Driver ride-along and employee shadowing to evaluate and reinforce areas of improvement.
- Review HOS compliance and critical event system and report violations to the Operations Manager.
- Monitor CSA program.
- Present safety topics and updates to Management and Dispatch.
- This position will work closely with Crossroads Market’s store manager to educate, train, and establish a safe work environment, conducting quarterly safety trainings and updates, or as needed.
- Promote safety throughout the FLASH organization and its subsidiaries and partner organizations.
- Work with Marketing to deliver content, notices, and safety material.
- Travel 50-75% required; Company vehicle provided.
- Participates in developing and executing annual objectives, goals and initiatives.
- Embraces and supports the FLASH mission and performs safe practices in the workplace.
- Any and all other duties, as assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Prior experience of 2-4 years directly conducting CDL driver training required.
- Prior experience of 2-4 years in DOT Safety program management required.
- Ability to travel, primarily via land and/or air, up to 50% of time; dictated by business and training needs.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suites (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced office environment.
- Efficient in data analytics and report generation.
- Attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to improve processes for department efficiency.
- Knowledge of appropriate federal and state regulations.
- Excellent communication and organization skills; ability to prioritize workload, handle multiple tasks, meet deadlines, and work self-directed with a sense of urgency.
- Efficient presentation skills (oral, written, and hands-on).
- Knowledge of office management systems and procedures
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Associates degree in business or related field.
- Class A CDL with 5 years’ experience.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Typical office setting and truck driving environments. Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met. Job will include repetitive movements, repetitive use of computer/office equipment and usage of hands to type, handle, control, or feel objects or tools. Drive for up to 14 hours per day.
EEO STATEMENT
FLASH provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type 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.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $70,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Relocation assistance
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Day shift
Experience:
- DOT Safety Program Managment: 2 years (Required)
License/Certification:
- Class A CDL (Preferred)
Willingness to travel:
- 50% (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $70,000 - $80,000