Safety Manager

Casella-Waste-Systems,-Inc.-1; Town of Halfmoon (NY); On-site; USD 93,000 - 122,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401K

Tuition Assistance

Wellness incentive

Job summary

Casella is seeking a Safety Manager to coordinate with Operations and Maintenance to implement proactive safety programs and training across our Buffalo-Rochester Market Area in the Western Region. The role involves ensuring compliance with federal, state, and company policies and requires regional travel and strong leadership.

Hiring range: $92,700 to $121,700 per year. The successful candidate will have an associate degree, 5–7 years in safety management, a valid driver’s license, and the

Qualifications

• Associate degree and 5–7 years safety management experience with OSHA/FMCSA.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel regionally/nationally.
• Strong communication and problem solving skills.
• Ability to pass pre-employment testing and work in varied weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Acts as a safety resource to local, regional, and corporate employees and managers.
• Performs internal inspections, audits and reports results to the management team.
• Coordinates and presents safety training for all Casella personnel at all levels.
• Investigates and assists local managers and supervisors with accidents and injuries.
• Prepares and files all injury and incident reports and tracks claims to ensure proper procedures occur.
• Collaborates with an adjuster to ensure proper management and closure of accident claims.
• Maintains regulatory documentation and performs job safety analysis.
• Develops an annual personal growth program in conjunction with the Regional Safety Manager.
• Ensures adherence to all accident prevention programs and safety regulations at all Casella locations.
• Participates in training and other learning opportunities to expand knowledge of the company, products, sales, and services and performs any other duties needed to help drive our vision, fulfill our mission, and/or abide by our core values.

Skills

Safety management

OSHA compliance

FMCSA regulations

Training delivery

Internal inspections

Incident investigations

Regulatory documentation

Team collaboration

Microsoft Office

Education

Associate degree

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Position Summary

The Safety Manager coordinates with Operations and Maintenance to implement and continuously improve proactive safety programs and training, ensuring compliance with all federal, state, and company policies across our Buffalo-Rochester Market Area in our Western Region.

Hiring Range: $92,700 to $121,700 per year#INDSJ

Key Responsibilities

• Acts as a safety resource to local, regional, and corporate employees and managers.
• Performs internal inspections, audits and reports results to the management team.
• Coordinates and presents safety training for all Casella personnel at all levels within Casella.
• Investigates and assists local managers and supervisors with accidents and injuries.
• Prepares and files all injury and incident reports and tracks claims to ensure proper procedures occur.
• Collaborates with an adjuster to ensure proper management and closure of accident claims.
• Maintains regulatory documentation and performs job safety analysis.
• Develops an annual personal growth program in conjunction with the Regional Safety Manager.
• Ensures adherence to all accident prevention programs and safety regulations at all Casella locations.
• Participates in training and other learning opportunities to expand knowledge of the company, products, sales, and services and performs any other duties needed to help drive our vision, fulfill our mission, and/or abide by our core values.

Education, Experience & Qualifications

The successful candidate will have an Associate degree, 5-7 years of safety management experience with a focus on OSHA and FMCSA regulations, a valid driver’s license, a clean driving record, and be legally eligible to work in the US. An ability to travel regionally and nationally occasionally for extended periods of time is needed. A bachelor’s degree and experience or interest in an environmental and/or sustainability field is preferred. An ability to pass pre-employment testing is necessary. The physical ability to handle objects 50-75 lbs. frequently, walk, stand, climb and work under many different weather conditions are needed.

Excellent communication and problem solving skills, an ability to develop, implement and train employees in safe workplace practices, and a strong commitment to workplace safety are required. Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, online research skills, and a demonstrated ability to work as part of a team in a collaborative environment are expected.

Attributes

Self-directed and customer-focused individual who is proactive, committed to safety, able to motivate others, and can see the larger picture while focusing on detailed information.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life & Disability Insurance, Maternity & Parental Leave, Flexible Spending Accounts, Discounted Stock Program, 401K, Employee Awards, Employee Assistance Plan, Wellness Incentive, Tuition Assistance, Career Pathways, and More.