Distribution Center Onsite Environmental Health & Safety Leader

Distribution Center Onsite Environmental Health & Safety Leader; Mount Juliet (TN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with 5% company match

Health benefits

Job summary

LEGACY Supply Chain is seeking an Environmental, Health, and Safety Leader for our Mt. Juliet, TN facility. You will ensure EHS compliance, lead training, and manage safety programs while working with senior management and customers.

This role requires 3–5+ years in safety/regulatory roles, OSHA knowledge, and the ability to drive continuous improvement in a fast-paced warehouse environment. Competitive benefits are provided, including a comprehensive 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent with 3–5+ years in safety/regulatory compliance.
• Knowledge of OSHA, EPA, DOT regulations and reporting requirements.
• Experience mentoring safety teams and managing training programs.

Responsibilities

• Partner with Legacy leadership to plan and implement EHS initiatives for the DC.
• Manage OSHA logs, incident investigations, and safety audits.
• Lead safety orientations, monthly meetings, and JSA programs.
• Communicate safety messages and maintain a strong safety culture.
• Oversee SDS database and ensure compliance with EHS requirements.
• Coordinate training and drive continuous improvement in safety programs.

Skills

Safety leadership

Regulatory compliance

OSHA knowledge

Communication skills

Training programs

Education

Bachelor's degree, or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft 365

Excel

SharePoint

Job description

Job Overview

LEGACY Supply Chain is hiring an EHS Leader to support our Mt. Juliet, Tennessee facility. As the EHS Leader you will ensure EHS compliance for the facility. The individual must be willing to help all team members with safety to ensure compliance with documented procedures throughout the facility. You will also oversee equipment and procedure training for the facility. Additionally, the ideal candidate must be able to interact with senior management and customers in a productive and professional manner. This position includes a comprehensive benefits package including 401(k) plan with up to 5% company match.

Schedule and Compensation

• Monday through Friday - 8:00am to 4:30pm
• This position requires flexibility of onsite hours for both 1st and 2nd shifts including the weekends
• Competitive Salary package based on experience

Job Details

What to expect as the Environmental, Health, and Safety Leader:

• Partner with Legacy leadership and onsite customer ABB in the planning and implementation of EHS initiatives for the DC.
• Manage safety performance metrics and regulatory recordkeeping requirements including the OSHA 300 log, RIR reporting and BBS tracking for the facility.
• Conduct and manage the safety orientation program for all newly hired associates, temporary associates and contractors.
• Effectively communicate with employees regarding safety awareness.
• Lead monthly safety meetings and provide guidance for safety awareness and protocols for the facility to ensure proper safe work methods are being demonstrated.
• Oversee the monthly safety audit program to assure compliance with applicable regulations and manage document findings of any corrective actions.
• Lead accident/injury/safety investigations and follow-up (i.e. training, etc.); to identify root cause findings, including investigation follow up reporting in HSI Incident Management system.
• Weekly start of shift meetings for 1st and 2nd shifts to cover safety initiatives and monthly EHS training.
• Oversee JSA program to assure job risks have been identified and safe job elements are implemented.
• Identify and train associates on train-the-trainer initiatives.
• Establish ongoing safety awareness and communication to keep a strong safety culture.
• Manage Safety Data Sheet database and update as needed.
• Lead to constant change and continuous improvement as it relates to current OSHA and EHS requirements. Abides by all OSHA rules and Legacy Supply Chain Services safety practices.
• Maintain PIT Compliance Database and badge permissions for equipment.
• Performs additional duties as assigned.

Education and/or Experience:

• Preferred Bachelor's degree from four-year college or university with 3 to 5+ years related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Qualifications:

• 3-5 years of Safety/Regulatory compliance experience from a manufacturing/warehouse and environmental compliance experience is ideal.
• Candidate must be able to work independently with minimal supervision: self-starter with high drive for quality results.
• Knowledge of local, state and federal applicable regulations: OSHA, EPA, DOT, and applicable reporting requirements.
• Multi-tasking, adapting to the changing needs of the DC, meeting deadlines, and providing support as workloads fluctuate in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrated experience leading and improving safety programs while focusing on developing a strong safety culture to prevent accidents/injuries.
• Experience in mentoring safety teams, managing a safety training program, job safety analyses, promoting safety through awareness and communication.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, a proven history of effective relationship building, and the ability to work well with all levels within the organization. Excellent judgment, project management, process improvement, problem solving skills, presentation skills, and decision‑making skills.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.
• Lead to constant change and continuous improvement as it relates to current OSHA, ISO, and EHS requirements.
• Experience working in a multi‑shift team environment, adapting to the changing needs of the organization, and providing support as workloads fluctuate.
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Application Software, including Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint and SharePoint applications.
• OSHA 10 & OSHA 30 training certification.

Physical Requirements:

The physical demands and environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, stand, walk, hear, talk and use hands to handle or feel objects, tools, or controls.
• Warehouse Environment: The majority of work time will be spent in a warehouse where temperatures are hot or cold (seasonally).
• The team member must regularly lift and or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and or move up to 50 pounds.
• We recognize and value the diversity of its teammates, customers and business partners. EOE/M/F/D/V

Why Legacy Supply Chain?

• Competitive Pay: Highly competitive wages
• Retirement Support: Company-funded 401(k) with top match percentage in the industry
• Robust Health Plan: Affordable, comprehensive protection for you and your family - medical, dental, vision, and more
• Job Skills Development: On-the-job supply chain skills development, in person and online training
• Leadership Development: Programs to prepare future supply chain leaders including new manager training and Leadership Excellence Summit
• Career Opportunities: Build a career path at a growing company that focuses on development, succession planning, and HIPO identification

About Legacy Supply Chain

For over 40 years, Legacy Supply Chain has grown and evolved as a pioneering, mid‑sized 3PL provider that businesses depend on to create control over their dynamic omni‑channel supply chains. We believe in the power of a more connected world and staying connected to our employees, our customers and their consumers is more important than ever.

We take an intentional approach to creating alignment between our people, our culture, and our values. Our proven development methodology ensures that our 6 core values guide our business strategy and our daily behaviors.

Our purpose is to develop servant leaders who help people, commerce and communities work better together. Because when people lead by example and serve one another, everyone profits – and that certainly feels like a Legacy worth leaving.

Legacy Supply Chain is an equal opportunity employer. Legacy Supply Chain does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, veteran, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law.