Safety and Compliance Supervisor

Building Products Inc; Sioux Falls (SD); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

401(k) profit sharing plan

Medical, dental and vision coverage

FSA & EAP

Paid Holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Employee discount on building材料

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Building Products Inc. (BPI) seeks a Safety and Compliance Supervisor to lead workplace safety across the organization, focusing on fleet safety, DOT compliance, warehouse and millwork safety, and workers' compensation management.

Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer, you will partner with Operations, HR, branch leadership, and employees to reduce risk, investigate incidents, and promote a culture of safety through audits, training, and program development.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Bachelor's degree in Safety, EHS, Business, Transportation, Operations or related field.
• Minimum of 3 years in safety, transportation and/or risk management.
• Experience with OSHA, DOT, and FMCSA regulations required.
• Experience managing workers' compensation claims and investigations preferred.
• Experience delivering employee safety training.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and Tenstreet.
• Valid driver’s license with clean record.

Responsibilities

• Lead safety initiatives and promote a culture of safety across the organization.
• Ensure OSHA, DOT, FMCSA and safety policy compliance.
• Conduct safety audits, inspections, and facility assessments.
• Identify hazards and recommend corrective actions to reduce risk.
• Maintain regulatory documentation and safety reports.
• Develop and improve safety programs and training.

Skills

Safety leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Training and development

Relationship building

Organizational skills

Time management

Judgement & decision making

Education

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree in Occupational Safety, Environmental Health and Safety, Business, Transportation, Operations Management, or related field

Tools

Tenstreet

Microsoft Office

Job description

Who We Are

Building Products Inc. (BPI) is an independently owned wholesale distributor of building materials and millwork serving the Upper Midwest for over 50 years. Headquartered in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, with multiple locations across the region, we supply building material dealers with the products, support, and reliability they need to serve their customers. Our business is built on leadership, integrity, accountability, and teamwork.

Position Overview

BPI is seeking a Safety and Compliance Supervisor to lead and promote workplace safety throughout Building Products Inc. In this role you will focus on fleet safety management, DOT compliance, warehouse and millwork safety, and workers' compensation management. Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer, this position partners Operations, Human Resources, branch leadership, and employees to reduce risk, ensure regulatory compliance, investigate incidents, provide training, and promote a culture of safety across the organization.

Key Responsibilities

Safety and Compliance

• Lead company-wide safety initiatives and promote a culture of safety throughout the organization.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, DOT, FMCSA, and company safety policies and procedures.
• Conduct routine safety audits, inspections, and facility assessments.
• Identify workplace hazards and recommend corrective actions to reduce risk.
• Maintain safety records, regulatory documentation, and compliance reporting.
• Assist in the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of company safety programs.

Fleet Safety Management and DOT compliance

• Maintain driver qualification files and DOT compliance records.
• Monitor driver eligibility, MVR reviews, Hours of Service, and regulatory requirements.
• Coordinate drug and alcohol testing programs.
• Conduct fleet safety audits and investigate vehicle accidents.
• Oversee fleet safety initiatives, including preventative maintenance, vehicle compliance, leasing support, and vendor coordination.
• Partner with Operations leadership to improve driver safety performance and reduce preventable accidents.

Warehouse and Millwork Safety

• Conduct warehouse and millwork safety inspections.
• Oversee forklift certification and recertification programs.
• Ensure compliance with lockout/tagout, machine guarding, PPE, and equipment safety requirements.
• Partner with supervisors to identify workplace hazards and promote safe work practices.
• Support employee engagement in company safety initiatives.

Worker's Compensation and Injury Management

• Serve as the primary safety contact for workplace injury reporting and investigations.
• Conduct accident investigations and root cause analysis.
• Partner with Human Resources, managers, employees, and insurance carriers to manage workers' compensation claims.
• Monitor injury trends and recommend preventative measures to reduce workplace injuries and claim costs.
• Maintain OSHA logs and injury-related documentation.

Training and Employee Development

• Conduct new hire safety orientation and ongoing employee safety training.
• Develop and facilitate safety training programs, toolbox talks, and safety communications.
• Coach employees and supervisors on safe work practices and regulatory compliance.
• Maintain training records and required compliance documentation.

Corrective Action Support

• Investigate safety violations, workplace incidents, accidents, and near-miss events to determine root causes.
• Partner with management and Human Resources regarding appropriate corrective actions related to safety policy violations and unsafe work practices.
• Partner with management and Human Resources to develop safety-related corrective action plans.
• Monitor completion of corrective actions and provide follow-up recommendations.

Competencies

To perform this position successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

• Safety Leadership
• Communication
• Problem Solving
• Attention to Detail
• Training and Development
• Relationship Building
• Organizational Skills
• Time Management
• Sound Judgement and Decision Making

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or GED Required.
• Bachelor's degree in Occupational Safety, Environmental Health and Safety, Business, Transportation, Operations Management, or appropriate job experience.
• Minimum of three (3) years experience in safety, transportation and/or risk management.
• Experience with OSHA, DOT, and FMCSA regulations required.
• Experience managing workers' compensation claims, accident investigations, and return-to-work programs preferred.
• Experience in developing and delivering employee safety training.
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications and Tenstreet.
• Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.

Preferred Certifications

• OSHA 30 Certification.
• First Aid/CPR Certification.
• Forklift Trainer Certification.
• DOT Compliance Training.
• Associate Safety Professional (ASP), Certified Safety Professional (CSP), Certified Director of Safety (CDS), or a comparable safety certification preferred, but not required.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to travel to BPI branch locations as needed.
• Ability to work in warehouse, transportation, manufacturing, and outdoor environments.
• Ability to stand, walk, climb, bend, and occasionally lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to conduct facility inspections, ride-alongs, and accident investigations in various working conditions.
• Ability to operate a motor vehicle and maintain a valid driver's license.

Why Join BPI?

• Competitive compensation
• 401(k) profit sharing plan
• Medical, dental and vision coverage
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) & Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid Holidays
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Employee discount on building materials
• Career growth opportunities

Building Products Inc. (BPI) is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO) and welcomes all applicants.

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