Safety Manager, Logistics

Weee!, Inc.; Fremont (CA); On-site; USD 116,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in the grocery sector is seeking a dedicated Safety Manager for Logistics to lead workplace safety initiatives. This role involves developing comprehensive safety programs, ensuring compliance with key regulations, and fostering a safety-first culture across all operations. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in safety management within logistics, along with strong analytical and leadership skills. Join a rapidly growing company that values safety and is committed to providing a secure working environment for all employees. This is a unique opportunity to make a significant impact as the company prepares for its next growth phase.

Benefits

Discretionary Bonuses

Incentives

Benefits

Qualifications

• 5+ years of safety management experience in logistics or warehousing.
• In-depth knowledge of OSHA, DOT, FMCSA, and industry safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement driver safety programs for logistics operations.
• Conduct regular safety audits, risk assessments, and site inspections.
• Investigate accidents and develop preventive measures.

Skills

Communication Skills

Analytical Skills

Safety Management

Risk Assessment

Leadership Abilities

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health & Safety

Equivalent Experience

Tools

Safety Management Systems

Reporting Tools

Job description

Weee! is the largest and fastest-growing ethnic e-grocer in the United States, operating in one of the largest underserved categories in retail with affordable access to exciting ethnic food. By partnering with local suppliers, redesigning the value chain and leveraging social buying, Weee! is reshaping the grocery business entirely. You can read more about us on Business Insider, Reuters and TechCrunch.

Weee! is headquartered in Fremont, CA, and is currently available coast to coast with exceptional growth (5x YoY) across geographies, categories and ethnicities. We have raised $800M+ in funding to date from leading investors including Softbank Vision Funds, DST, Blackstone, Tiger Global, Lightspeed Ventures, Goodwater Capital, XVC and iFly. The opportunity now is to join a rocketship as we prepare for the next stage of growth, and an eventual public listing.

This role is onsite 5 days a week in Fremont, CA

About the Role

Weee! is looking for a Safety Manager, Logistics to develop, implement, and oversee the workplace safety programs to ensure seamless compliance with OSHA, DOT, FMCSA, and other key regulations. The ideal candidate will proactively identify risks, champion best practices and guide the business in fostering a culture of safety across all transportation and warehouse activities.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement driver safety programs, including designing safety policies, procedures, and training programs for Last Mile Logistics operations.
• Coach Logistics management team on establishing safety measures, covering emergency procedures and workplace safety standards.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, DOT, FMCSA, and other federal, state, and local safety regulations.
• Establish inspection policies and conduct regular safety audits, risk assessments, and site inspections to identify hazards and recommend corrective actions.
• Work with the Logistics Leadership Team to set key safety priorities with KPIs to align with corporate strategies.
• Maintain and analyze safety metrics to identify trends and areas for improvement.
• Investigate accidents, incidents, and near-misses; conduct root cause analysis to develop preventive measures.
• Collaborate with the Process Engineering Team to improve process design and systems/tools.
• Ensure safety recordkeeping and data integrity to support business safety programs.
• Develop safety risk management programs to enhance long-term safety strategies and objectives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Logistics, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• 5+ years of safety management experience in logistics, transportation, or warehousing.
• Experience with safety management with different driver types (W2 drivers, 1099, DSP etc).
• In-depth knowledge of OSHA, DOT, FMCSA, and industry safety standards.
• Excellent communication and leadership abilities to influence a culture of safety.
• Strong analytical skills to assess risks and develop preventive strategies.
• Experience conducting training and safety programs.
• Certifications such as CSP (Certified Safety Professional) or OSHA 30/OSHA 500 are a plus.
• Proficiency in safety management systems and reporting tools.

Compensation Range

• The US base salary range for this full-time position is $116,000 - $145,000.
• This role may be eligible for discretionary bonuses, incentives, and benefits.
• Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location.

The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum base salary for new hires for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by multiple factors like job-related skills, experience, and work locations. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range during the hiring process.

Weee! is an equal opportunity employer welcoming all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other basis prohibited by law. Discrimination or harassment of any kind is not tolerated at Weee!.