Manager Field Safety

Ozark Services, Inc; Lebanon (TN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

401k with employer contributions

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Tuition assistance

Growth opportunities

Job summary

O’Reilly Auto Parts is seeking a safety professional to lead on-site training and compliance across DCs, stores, and fleet operations. You will drive DOT/HAZMAT training, audits, and program development to minimize risk and ensure safety standards.

The role partners with the Director of Safety, Environmental and Regulatory Compliance to implement recognition programs and performance improvements. Strong communication and leadership are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Prior management or supervisory experience.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong presentation skills.
• Ability to quickly develop rapport and explain objectives clearly.
• Willingness to travel 50%+.
• Ability to develop programs with limited supervision.
• Self-motivated with strong time management.
• Experience with diverse groups including executives and frontline staff.

Responsibilities

• Serve as dedicated safety training resource for DC and store fleet.
• Lead DOT and HAZMAT training and documentation compliance.
• Collaborate with Director of Safety and Regulatory Compliance on training.
• Review and analyze DC/store work environments and incident reports.
• Develop procedures to eliminate injuries and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Conduct site visits and audits to validate safety program effectiveness.
• Coordinate hazard communication, waste handling, and emergency procedures.
• Support safety committees and deliver on-site coaching and safety awareness.

Skills

Management experience

Verbal communication

Written communication

Presentation skills

Rapport building

Travel willingness

Program development

Coaching and mentoring

Education

Safety management or related field

Job description

Work with corporate safety team to ensure all DC, store, and fleet safety programs, along with regulatory compliance initiatives, are carried out. This role will participate in identifying trends and developing appropriate programs and tools to minimize loss and regulatory noncompliance exposure. Will have a heavy emphasis on on-site training. Will do so through knowledge of safety principles, operations, regulatory requirements, and fleet safety coupled with excellent communication skills.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Serve as dedicated resource for DC and store fleet safety training and quality assurance. This will include a key role in training/compliance for DOT and HAZMAT training/documentation. Will work closely with Director of Safety, Environmental and Regulatory Compliance ensuring focused and ongoing training. Review, evaluate and analyze DC and store work environments. Analyze monthly team member Injury & Safe Driving Reports for trends. Create procedures and programs to eliminate, prevent or control injuries. Conduct audits and/or assessments to help enforce adherence to all DC and store policies, in addition to any applicable laws and regulations governing the health and safety of our team members and/or the general public. Incorporate all aspects of general fleet and driving eligibility programs, material handling, substance abuse testing, and regulatory compliance in ongoing training and quality assurance programs. Due to heavy concentration of risk and corresponding cost with delivery-related functions, will conduct targeted and ongoing driving education. Will also work with Director of Safety, Environmental and Regulatory Compliance on development of recognition programs and assessment of behavior modifiers for store delivery specialists; including both incentives and disincentives. Work with Regional DC managers, DC management teams; region, district, and store management teams supplying area specific data for use in “local customized” communications. Arm DC and store teams with information, and ensure safety programs and compliance assessments are a part of all DC/store visits. Conduct DC, region, district, and store visits for training, quality assurance, and program quality validation. Visit each DC minimum of twice per year, with additional focus on the bottom 20% based on vehicle and personal injury statistics. Visit multiple store regions with a focus on the bottom 10% based on vehicle and TM injury statistics. Conduct site specific store risk assessment during each store visit. Conduct site specific DC risk assessment, as well as DOT and HR Audits during each DC visit. Develop a specific action plan with the RDCM, DCM, RM and DM to address problems and monitor progress. Ensure ABSOLUTE compliance with all new TM safety orientation in time prescribed, and training completion for all PIE and driving related functions. Evaluate premises, driver practices, usage of personal protective equipment, freight handling practices, PIE certification, pallet and high-bay wrap, etc. Attend department supervisor meetings, and participate in other RDCM/DCM/RM/DM meetings and conference calls as warranted. Verify DCs/stores are adhering to all policies, procedures, conducting and documenting Safety Focus, training requirements, hiring practices, etc. Be a leader and trainer for DC/store management teams. Assist with development of safety committees in the DC’s. Ensure DC/store safety programs are understood, implemented, and executed. Provide support to Director of Safety, Environmental and Regulatory Compliance ensuring all required DOT route driver training and compliance is performed and documented. Act as resource for fire protection and chemical/product storage. Review waste-stream processes and provide communication & direction on non-compliance. Provide oversight for environmental issues and waste disposal, including chemical and paint products. Ensure all HAZMAT training is conducted, for both premises clean up and shipping. Subject matter expert on assigned area of responsibility’s safety, environmental and regulatory restrictions/requirements. Work with loss prevention auditors, field training managers, HR, and corporate management to create “extended team” for safety evaluation and awareness. Provide education to these individuals for evaluating safety and providing on the spot coaching and compliance assurance. Work closely with the Safety/Driving Eligibility and Substance Abuse Testing Coordinator prior to visits concerning trends or issues. Maintain appropriate warning and evacuation procedures for DC facilities (written instruction, chain of notice, headcount verification, etc.) Coordinate hazardous materials reporting for the DC’s. Ensure Regulatory compliance (OSHA, EPA, DOT, Fire Departments, etc.) by working closely with Director of Safety, Environmental and Regulatory Compliance and Safety, Environmental and Regulatory Compliance Manager.

SKILLS/EDUCATION/KNOWLEDGE/EXPERIENCE/ABILITIES

Required:

• Previous management or supervisory experience
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong presentation skills
• Ability to quickly develop rapport and help others understand objectives and purposes
• Must have credibility and ability to “sell” product that may not be wanted
• Willingness to travel 50%+
• Ability to pro-actively develop programs with limited supervision, while being cognizant of importance of keeping others informed of activity
• Self-motivated and willing to put in extra time to achieve corporate and departmental objectives
• Ability to work with diverse groups, ranging from executives to inexperienced delivery specialists

Desired:

• O’Reilly DC and/or store management experience
• 4-year degree in environmental management, safety management or related field; post-graduate education in related fields is a positive
• General knowledge of OSHA, Environmental, DOT, and fire department requirements
• Certified Safety Professional (CSP), Certified Environmental Professional (CEP), or other related professional certification
• Affinity or interest in auto parts or automotive-related field
• Bi-lingual

O’Reilly Auto Parts has a proven track record of growth and stability. O’Reilly is full of successful career stories and believes in a strong promote-from-within philosophy, encouraging you to grow your career along with the organization.

Total Compensation Package:

• Competitive Wages & Paid Time Off
• Stock Purchase Plan & 401k with Employer Contributions
• Starting Day One Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance with Optional Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Team Member Health/Wellbeing Programs
• Tuition Educational Assistance Programs
• Opportunities for Career Growth

O’Reilly Auto Parts is an equal opportunity employer. The Company does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin or ancestry (including immigration status or citizenship), sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation, and related medical conditions,) age (40 and over), veteran status, uniformed service member status, physical or mental disability, genetic information (including testing or characteristics) or another protected status as defined by local, state, or federal law, as applicable. Qualified individuals with a disability may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application or employment process, please send an email to: [e-mail] or call [phone] option , and provide your requested accommodation, and position details.

Your first job at O’Reilly Auto Parts is just the beginning! From a comprehensive benefits and compensation package to a rewarding and positive work environment, your leaders will support you and foster your development so you can grow with the company. Our promote-from-within philosophy means our top leaders worked their way up – and you can, too. Learn more about our culture, benefits, and history at oreillyauto.com/careers.