Health and Safety Supervisor jobs in Kansas City, MO

CEVA Logistics provides global supply chain solutions to connect people, products and providers all around the world. Present in 170 countries and with more than 110,000 employees spread over 1,300 sites, we are well on our way to achieving our vision: to be a Top 5 global 3PL.

We believe that our employees are the key to our success. We want to engage and empower our diverse, global team to co-create value with our customers through our solutions in contract logistics and air, ocean, ground, and finished vehicle transport. That is why CEVA Logistics offers a dynamic and exceptional work environment that fosters personal growth, innovation, and continuous improvement.

DARE TO GROW! Join CEVA Logistics, and you will be part of a team that values imagination, encourages boldness and exemplarity, and is committed to excellence in everything we do. Join us in our mission to shape the future of global logistics as we become a global leader in the logistics industry. As we continue growing at a fast pace, will you “Dare to Grow” with us?

YOUR ROLE

Responsible for the implementation and administration of group compliance with all applicable state and federal agencies, including but not limited to the DOT and OSHA regulations to provide a safe and healthy environment for employees and the public.

WHAT ARE YOU GOING TO DO?

• Supervise and train safety department personnel in the general office.
• Assist in the education and motivation of safety department staff to follow safe work practices and maintain a safe working environment through training, presentations and the distribution of safety materials.
• Implement and administer safety programs for all departments throughout the component including contractor certifications, safety orientations and training.
• Prepare records, reports and make recommendations to management for action and/or correction.
• Assist staff during office hours, on the telephone and in person by responding to inquiries using independent judgment, discretion and tact.
• Maintain accurate records and files and prepare periodic and special reports.
• Aid in assessing the applicability of federal DOT requirements and other road safety rules and regulations, the applicability of state OSHA requirements and other occupational health and safety rules and regulations and the applicability of TSA requirements and other security rules and regulations.
• Make recommendations to appropriate management regarding policies and procedures and implement following approval to ensure compliance.
• Investigate accidents, incidents and safety complaints and alert appropriate Management.
• Based on regulations and policies and procedures, act as a resource for operating department managers and supervisors with regard to safety, health, environmental, licensing and permitting and select maintenance issues.
• Assist in the interpretation of statutory requirements and evaluation and modification of loss control program components to ensure compliance with industry standards and legislative mandates established by general law.
• Interview and confer with contractors and employees regarding safety issues and problems.
• Act as liaison with contract and vending companies in overseeing the work of contractors and vendors providing safety services and equipment for the facility.
• Provide support in the estimation of costs and effectiveness of various safety and maintenance programs.

WHAT ARE WE LOOKING FOR?

Education and Experience:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental, Safety and Health, Transportation Safety, Business Administration or a related Science preferred
• Minimum two to three years in transportation safety or transportation safety/compliance experience required.
• Minimum one year Supervisor and industry experience.

Certifications and Licenses:

• Certified Safety Professional (CSP) required; or
• Certified Occupational Safety Specialist (COSS); or
• Other industry equivalent safety certification/training

Skills:

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, internet, web-based and job specific software applications.
• Must be able to read, write and speak English fluently
• In-depth knowledge of applicable state OSHA requirements and other occupational health and safety rules and regulations including DOT and EPA.
• In-depth knowledge of federal and state safety laws.
• Knowledgeable of warehouse operations and freight/logistics optimization.
• Demonstrated understanding of key transportation concepts and key performance indicators (accidents per million-mile, injury frequency rates, EMOD, etc).

Characteristics:

• Ability to analyze complex problems and develop appropriate solutions.

Travel: Required at least 5% of the time and is identified as 100% within the United States.

WHAT DO WE HAVE TO OFFER?

With a genuine culture of recognition, we want our employees to grow, develop and be part of our journey. We offer a benefits package with a focus on your wellbeing.

This includes competitive Paid Time Off, 401(k), health insurance and an employee benefits platform that offers discounts on gym memberships and a diverse range of retail, travel, car and hospitality brands, including important offerings like pet insurance.

We are a team in every sense, and we support each other and work collaboratively to achieve our goals together.

It is our goal that you will be compensated for your hard work and commitment, so if you’d like to work for one of the top Logistics providers in the world then let’s work together to help you find your new role.

ABOUT TOMORROW

We value your professional and personal growth. That’s why we share plenty of career opportunities for you to thrive within CEVA. This role can be the first step on your career path with us. You can stay in the same job family, find a new family to grow in (an almost limitless number of options) or find your own path. Join CEVA for a challenging and rewarding career.

As a global organization, and as part of the CMA CGM Group, diversity is critical to our business success; only when we can reflect the cultures, languages, behaviors and local knowledge of our customers, we can succeed. By employing people with different experiences and abilities, we expand our knowledge and increase our creativity and innovation.

Please note: Legitimate CEVA Logistics recruitment processes include communication with candidates through recognized professional networks, such as LinkedIn or via an official company email address: firstname.lastname@cevalogistics.com. We recommend that you do not respond to unsolicited business propositions and/or offers from people with whom you are unfamiliar.