Environmental Health, Safety & Transportation Manager
Skagit Farmers Supply & Country Store - burlington, VT
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Join our local cooperative! Skagit Farmers Supply, based in Burlington, WA, has been in business since 1934, and continues to grow and adapt to meet the needs of the farmers, homeowners, businesses, families, and communities in the Pacific Northwest. The company operates agronomy, propane, refined fuels, wholesale, feed manufacturing divisions as well as retail Country Store locations in Washington, Idaho & Montana. Our commitment is to provide quality products and services to our customers and community partners. RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES This position is responsible for providing the leadership and administration for all aspects of the company's safety management. • Develop and maintain safety, health and transportation programs. Ensure training programs and practices comply with federal, state & local laws & regulations. • Prioritize and promote a positive and effective safety culture. • Guide others to provide technical advice, coaching and mentoring on safety initiatives, changes and committees. • Coordinate training in various areas, including but not limited to safety laws & regulations, hazard assessment, HAZCOM, lockouttagout, confined space entry, fire prevention, emergency response, housekeeping, use of safety equipment and other industry-specific safety practices. • Lead the investigation of occupational near-misses, injuries, property damage or other incidents. Inspect, assess andor monitor corrective actions and compliance with standards. • Administer and manage workers' compensation claims and return-to-work efforts. • Monitor the company's FMCSA safety record. Inspect activity and driver eligibilityperformance issues. • Maintain commercial driver qualification (DQ) and vehicle registration files. • Inspect and audit records, facilities, machinery and equipment to ensure regulatory compliance and other safety practices. • Order the suspension of activities that may pose threats to health, safety and property. • Ensure personnel conduct routine facility inspections, assessments and reporting for building interiors, finishes, and grounds. • Positively communicate with coworkers, the public, government and other external entities. • Participate in educational opportunities for professional development. • Exhibit an ability to receive feedback, adapt to new processes and continuously develop skills. • Demonstrate the ability to collaborate, communicate well and effectively relay information with an emphasis on developing positive professional relationships. • Practice punctual and reliable attendance. • Perform other duties as assigned. JOB REQUIREMENTS • Bachelor's degree in risk management, occupational safety & health, safety engineering, safety management, business or related field, or equivalent professional experience. • Three plus years' experience managing safety or transportation programs. • Physical ability to lift, carry, push and pull up to 30 pounds. • Demonstrate strong organizational, multi-tasking, problem-solving, investigative & analytical skills • Ability to travel up to 25% of the time. • Demonstrate proficiency with Microsoft Windows and Office. • Professional appearance and demeanor. • Possess a valid driver license and maintain a safe driving record. • Pass a pre-employment drug screen as a condition of employment. PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS • Experience with fleet or other transportation operations subject to DOT regulations. • Knowledge of agricultural or propanerefined fuel safety practices. • Successful completion as a Certified Safety Professional (CSP) or certifications in OSHA Training Courses 501 or 511. SCHEDULE This is a full time, in person, salaried position, typically Monday through Friday. Company-paid education and training may require occasional day andor overnight travel. Additional hours may be required during times of unexpected or emergency situations or events. COMPENSATION & BENEFITS Annual base salary: $70,000 - $105,000. After meeting eligibility requirements, benefits include: •Medical Insurance•Paid Vacation*•Employee Discounts•Dental Insurance•Sick Pay•Dependent Tuition Reimbursement•Life Insurance•9 Paid Holidays•Employee Assistance Program•Long-Term Disability Insurance•401(k)Retirement Match•Employee Profit Sharing*Two to six weeks annually,dependingon length of full-time service.TO APPLY Please visit our careers page at to apply for employment. We look forward to hearing from you!
Created: 2024-11-02