Safety Supervisor

• Conduct ongoing health & safety inspections/audits of facilities, operations, equipment, and processes to ensure compliance with
• Corporate Safety, environmental, and governmental (DOT, OSHA, local agencies) policies and regulations.
• Schedule and conduct observations and vehicle inspections to evaluate knowledge, practices, and compliance. Perform follow-up observations with coaching and retraining when deficiencies are observed.
• Interact with various insurance companies and regulatory agencies, including OSHA, DOT, EPA, and local fire and police agencies.
• Arrange and/or conduct training for new and existing employees on the use of applicable tools, equipment, accident/incident prevention, and fundamental practices.
• Deliver training to employees on OSHA, DOT, and company policies and procedures.
• Support and/or participate in monthly in-service safety meetings.
• Interact with management to review trends and identify preventable occurrences.
• Ensure all documentation, records, and files related to safety training are submitted and maintained in accordance with federal, state, and local requirements and Company policy.
• Assist in the new driver qualification process and the continued qualification of drivers.
• Develop and interact daily with subcontracted employees and services to ensure DOT compliance.
• Assist with settling loss control claims.
• Respond and help in emergency situations.
• Provide leadership and a positive work atmosphere, exhibiting professional conduct with open communication that promotes positive
• relationships with customers, clients, co-workers, and management.
• Prepare and present reports as necessary.
• Maintain a working relationship with Human Resources and Worker's Compensation Administration.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Possess a strong background in dealing with people under difficult circumstances, customer service, or a training position.
• Computer skills; working knowledge of Windows applications, Microsoft applications a plus.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills are required to be able to communicate effectively.
• Process and results-oriented with a commitment to organizational success.
• Must have valid CDL License

• Knowledge of the waste and recycling industries and hauling operations is preferred.
• Must have a working knowledge of DOT regulations and OSHA/industrial safety compliance related to the waste industry.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in a safety and/or supervisory role is preferred.
• Experience in keeping detailed and accurate records in a safe environment, as well as reading and interpreting federal, state, and local safety regulations.
• Incident and Injury investigation experience is preferred.
• Extensive OSHA standard knowledge as it pertains to: Fall protection, manufacturing, LOTO, conveyors, and recycling is preferred.

• Occasionally lifting/carrying/pushing/pulling a max of 10 lbs.
• Frequently walking.
• Continuous walking, standing, stooping/kneeling/crouching/crawling/climbing, and/or balancing.
• Continuous working inside & outside in areas of dust, odors, mist, gases, and other airborne matter.

• Possible exposure to high traffic conditions and/or tight driving areas.
• Exposure to residential and commercial waste.
• Ability to travel between offices, as required.
• Ability to work flexible hours; overtime, weekends, and/or holidays.
• Ability to work overtime, weekends, and/or holidays.
• Must be available for 24-hour emergency calls.
• Legally eligible to work in the United States.
• Valid driver’s license (if applicable).
• Must successfully complete pre-employment testing.
• Must be able to read and speak the English language.

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