Safety Manager

Performance Foodservice; Elizabeth (NJ); On-site; USD 75,000 - 107,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Day 1 Health & Wellness Benefits

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

401K Employer Matching

Education Assistance

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Performance Foodservice is seeking a proactive Safety & Environmental program leader in Elizabeth, NJ. You will develop, implement and manage safety initiatives across operations to ensure compliance and uphold a secure workplace for all associates.

Responsibilities include training, policy updates, incident reduction, and collaboration with internal teams to promote a strong safety culture while handling claims and disaster preparedness as needed.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 4–6 years of occupational safety and health management or related experience.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement and administer environmental, fleet safety and occupational safety programs to ensure legal compliance.
• Create and maintain a safe and secure working environment for associates.
• Manage claims (property, casualty, workers’ compensation, auto liability) as part of safety operations.
• Deliver safety training and monitor program effectiveness within budget.
• Decrease lost days from work and OSHA-recordable incidents.
• Advise on safety policy updates and procedural improvements.
• Coordinate with stakeholders to improve safety culture and responsiveness.

Skills

Safety program management

OSH standards

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

• Competitive pay and benefits, including Day 1 Health & Wellness Benefits, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, 401K Employer Matching, Education Assistance, Paid Time Off, and much more
• Growth opportunities performing essential work to support America’s food distribution system
• Safe and inclusive working environment, including culture of rewards, recognition, and respect.

Job Description

We Deliver the Goods

• Competitive pay and benefits, including Day 1 Health & Wellness Benefits, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, 401K Employer Matching, Education Assistance, Paid Time Off, and much more
• Growth opportunities performing essential work to support America’s food distribution system
• Safe and inclusive working environment, including culture of rewards, recognition, and respect.

Position Purpose

Responsible for developing, implementing and/or administering environmental, fleet safety and occupational health and safety programs to ensure applicable legal compliance and create and maintain a safe and secure working environment. Also responsible for facility security and disaster preparedness planning and effective management of claims (e.g., property and casualty – workers’ compensation, auto liability and physical damage, and products/general liability). Functions as a team member within the department and organization, as required, and performs any duty assigned to best serve the company.

Responsibilities may include, but not limited to

• Deliver safety programs within budgetary guidelines. Conduct safety training, as necessary.
• Decrease “lost days from work” and Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) recordable incidents.
• Demonstrate awareness of customer needs and perform job duties to effectively meet those needs.
• Develop interpersonal relationships which encourage openness, candor and trust, both internally and externally.
• Provide informative and professional assistance when working with the public/customers/vendors and coworkers.
• Improve safety policies and procedures.
• Monitor safety programs and implement changes necessary to ensure the health and safety of our associates.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED or Equivalent Experience
• 4 - 6 years Occupational safety and health management or related area

Compensation

$74,900 - $107,000; bonus opportunity 30% of base salary