Job Description

Lazer Logistics is an industry leader in third party yard management services. Yard management and spotting are critical elements in the supply chain that help to fuel our economy.
We are a company dedicated tosafety,teamwork, andexceptional customer service. Our corporate support team is an important pillar of the companyand acritical elementto supporting our operations at each site, so we hire qualified and growth-oriented team members. We are committed to compensation, benefits that respect, and rewardour employees for their hard work and dedication. We have a strong commitment to family and a bold commitment to growth, both in how we do things and with whom we partner. As a logistics industry leader who prioritizes safety, we want to offer you more than your next job. We want to offer you a career in logistics.
Summary:
The position oversees the transportation safety management process for the assigned region in conjunction with organization safety goals and priorities. The position provides overall support and guidance to regional operations management. The regional safety manager will coordinate with Region Operations Director/Manager and Division Safety Director in crafting short- and long-term strategies in building a culture of safety. The Regional Safety Manager will oversee safety systems and activities to maintain oversight of regulatory compliance, provides training and professional development for all drivers, clerical staff, and management in the region. Conducts audits and inspections of the transportation safety management process and monitors metrics and trends reflecting performance. Inspects all equipment at the site level to ensure compliance with OSHA and DOT requirements.
Job Description:
  • Guides and promotes employee safety performance by coaching and training on safety systems, policies and procedures, safety campaigns, and programs to eliminate, prevent or control injurious hazards, acts and behaviors.
  • Fosters a safety culture within the local site and customer representatives and also conducts business unit assessments, inspections, and audits to ensure compliance with regulatory, customer and company requirements.
  • Partners with local operations team and the customer to ensure that corrective action and/or preventive measures are identified and completed.
  • Investigates, reports and records vehicle accidents, work-related injuries, and incidents.
  • Maintain written documentation of events, accidents, complaints, general requirements, and prepare documentation as necessary.
  • Trains managers, drivers and site support staff on OSHA, FMCSA and DOT regulations, including hours of service, drug testing, fitness for duty, compliance files, equipment compliance, etc.
  • Assesses fleet readiness and advises local management and corporate team on maintenance and repair matters.
  • Provide comprehensive & accurate weekly/monthly reporting containing appropriate metrics.
  • Performs all other duties as assigned.
Pay Range: - , General Benefits:
Qualifications and Experience:
  • BS in Occupational Health and Safety or relevant field preferred; or relevant operational experience
  • 3 to 5 years of safety experience in the transportation industry required.
  • CSS/CDS preferred.
  • Working knowledge of federal & state compliance regulations (FMCSA, OSHA)
  • Possess valid driver's license-Commercial Class A preferred.
  • Ability to be a self-starter and work with minimal supervision.
  • Proven ability to influence and motivate others to achieve results. High level of energy and passion for excellence.
  • Possess excellent oral and written communication skills to express ideas effectively and have good interpersonal and management skills.
  • Ability to handle transportation problems, concerns, and complaints with tact and diplomacy.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
  • Develop and communicate informative training sessions that are site/area specific.
  • Ability to interact cooperatively and collaboratively with others as a team, including those holding divergent and /or opposing views and goals.
  • Ability to develop, coach and mentor others to prepare others for effective job performance.
  • Understand and apply meaningful operations and safety performance metrics.
  • Flexibility to work various shifts to ensure all associates are equally managed and compliant to the Company's safety process.
  • Travel required to support startup operations, attend team meetings, and complete site audits.
We are an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment withoutattention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.

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