Risk Compliance Analyst

Panda Restaurant Group; Rosemead (CA); Hybrid; USD 72,500 - 101,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid Work schedule

401K with company match

Yearly bonus opportunity

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

On-site fitness center

Job summary

Panda Restaurant Group is seeking a Risk Compliance Analyst in Rosemead, CA to support safety, Workers' Compensation and regulatory compliance across store locations. You will investigate claims, conduct site inspections, and develop risk management programs in partnership with operations.

The role offers a hybrid schedule, 401K match, medical coverage, and opportunities for professional growth. A bachelor’s degree and at least three years of relevant experience are required, with OSHA

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required and minimum three years of relevant experience.
• Experience with CO₂ compliance, hazardous-material compliance, environmental health and safety, or regulatory coordination preferred.
• OSHA certification preferred and Food Handler's Card required within 30 days of employment.

Responsibilities

• Investigates basic to moderate level of claims, including Worker’s Compensation and other product lines.
• Supports creation of risk and safety programs, training materials, and presentations to Operations.
• Conducts store site inspections and safety program compliance activities.
• Gathers data for OSHA inquiries and prepares risk reports for leadership.
• Partner with Operations to mitigate store-level risk and improve safety metrics.
• Coordinates with CUPA, regulators, and CO₂ monitoring vendors to ensure compliance.
• Oversees findings, corrective actions, and follow-up documentation for safety incidents.
• Performs root-cause analysis to prevent recurrence of safety issues.

Skills

CO₂ compliance

hazardous-material compliance

environmental health and safety

regulatory coordination

Education

Bachelor’s degree

OSHA certification

Job description

Summary Of Job Description

The Risk Compliance Analyst investigates basic to moderate level of claims, including Worker’s Compensation and other product lines. This position conducts presentations on general risk issues to Operations and conducts store site inspections on safety issues. The Risk Compliance Analyst analyzes claims trends to identify broader issues and recommends solutions. This position also serves as the centralized support person to assist the Senior Safety Manager in CO₂ safety and hazardous-material compliance, and the position supports safety, Worker’s Compensation, training, and regulatory compliance programs across store locations.

Summary Of Job Description

The Risk Compliance Analyst investigates basic to moderate level of claims, including Worker’s Compensation and other product lines. This position conducts presentations on general risk issues to Operations and conducts store site inspections on safety issues. The Risk Compliance Analyst analyzes claims trends to identify broader issues and recommends solutions. This position also serves as the centralized support person to assist the Senior Safety Manager in CO₂ safety and hazardous-material compliance, and the position supports safety, Worker’s Compensation, training, and regulatory compliance programs across store locations.

Job Responsibilities

• Investigates basic to moderate level of claims, including Worker’s Compensation and other product lines. Achieves key metrics in alignment with risk finance objectives. Administers industrial accommodation compliance and engages with injured associates.
• Works closely with other team members in supporting the creation of risk and safety programs, training materials, and presentations to Operations. Administers compliance for environmental health and safety programs. Demonstrates ability to enroll Operations and SC departments to elevate risk management standards.
• Conducts presentations and store site inspections on safety issues. Engages in interactive process with injured associates. Attends regional meetings and enrolls Operations compliance for safety programs.
• Gathers data for responses to OSHA inquiries. Collects pertinent evidence for claims files. Runs ad hoc reports for Risk department leaders.
• Works closely with Operations on risk management techniques. Develops relationships with Operations and actively contributes to mitigating risk at the store level. Contributes to safety compliance, exposure savings, reduction of claims frequency and severity.
• Gathers data, investigates, and audits for CO₂ safety and hazardous-material compliance and governmental inquiries. Tracks and responds to CO₂, hazardous-material, fire/life safety, environmental, OSHA, and permitting regulatory requirements. Supports CERS/HMBP documentation and related compliance tracking.
• Conducts audits and readiness evaluations for new and existing stores. Oversees findings, violations, corrective actions, and follow-up documentation. Performs root-cause analysis for safety and compliance incidents to prevent recurrence.
• Coordinates with CUPA, fire marshals, local agencies, and other regulators. Engages with CO₂ monitoring vendors and installations, and leverages SmartStore/IOT, monitoring data to support prevention and corrective action.

How We Reward You

• Hybrid Work schedule
• 401K with company match
• Yearly bonus opportunity*
• Full medical, dental, and vision insurance *
• On-site fitness center, biometric screen, and flu shot clinic
• Discounts at Panda restaurants, theme parks, and gym memberships
• Paid time off starting at 15 days with 7 federal holidays*
• Continuous education assistance and scholarships*
• Income protection including Disability, Life and AD&D insurance*
• Bereavement leave*
• Benefits available for eligible permanent full time associates

Your Background & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree required
• Minimum three years of relevant experience; experience with CO₂ compliance, hazardous-material compliance, environmental health and safety, or regulatory coordination preferred
• OSHA certification preferred
• If hired, successful completion of annual store training
• Obtaining a valid Food Handler's Card within 30 days of employment is a requirement of this position.

Pay Range: P2: $72,500-$101,500/ per year

• Within the range, individual pay is determined using various factors, including work location and experience.

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Panda Strong Since 1983

Founded in Glendale, California, we are now the largest family-owned American Chinese Restaurant concept in America. With close to 2,800 locations globally, we continue our mission of delivering exceptional Asian dining experiences by building an organization where people are inspired to better their lives. Whether it’s impacting our team or the communities we work in, we’re proud to be an organization that embraces family values.

You’re Wanted Here

Panda Restaurant Group, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing equal opportunity, and does not discriminate on the basis of any characteristic protected by law, including but not limited to sex/gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, lactation and related conditions), gender expression, race, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, ancestry, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, and veteran status. Additionally, Panda Restaurant Group, Inc. complies with all federal, state, and local laws regarding requests for workplace accommodation. The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals on the basis of disability. Applicants are entitled to reasonable accommodations, absent undue hardship, to effectively participate in the application and hiring process, for example, sign language interpreters. If you believe you require an accommodation for the application or interview process or the position for which you are applying, please reach out to [e-mail].