Safety Specialist

Jobtailor; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Sysco is seeking an experienced safety professional to support health, safety and environmental programs across warehouses and operations. The role includes implementing training, maintaining records, conducting inspections, and assisting investigations into incidents to promote a zero-incident culture.

The ideal candidate has a minimum of 2 years of hands-on safety experience, OSHA certifications or equivalent, a valid driver’s license, and strong communication and leadership skills to

Qualifications

• Associate's degree required; OSHA certifications preferred.
• 2+ years of direct safety experience in warehousing, manufacturing or transportation.
• Must possess a valid Driver's License and be authorized to work in the United States.
• Strong analytical and communication skills; proven leadership ability.

Responsibilities

• Assist with implementation of safety, health and environmental programs.
• Maintain safety program records and training logs.
• Inspect facilities for unsafe conditions and participate in investigations.
• Provide training on new or existing programs and root-cause analysis.
• Interface with regulators and assist with annual HSE training plans.
• Support site management in implementing HSE plans and emergency procedures.

Skills

Analytical skills

Leadership and team-building

Interpersonal communication

Verbal communication

Written communication

Education

Associate's degree

OSHA certifications

Safety Professional Certification

Tools

Spreadsheet software

Word processing software

Sysco technology software

Job description

• Assist with implementation of prevention-focused health, safety and environmental (HSE) and security programs
• Assist and promote operating-company-specific project implementation and training supporting Sysco's HSE objectives
• Complete assigned new-hire orientation training programs
• Maintain safety-program records, including training logs, reports, and inspections
• Implement and train employees and supervisors on new or existing training programs
• Inspect facilities for existing or potentially unsafe conditions
• Participate in vehicle-accident and injury investigations
• Assist with root-cause identification and development of corrective actions
• Engage associates to follow proper work methods
• Complete observations and coaching of high-risk associates
• Monitor equipment inspections and recommend corrective/preventive measures
• Support site management in implementing HSE plans
• Promote a proactive, zero-incident safety culture
• Provide supervisor and management training on root-cause analysis
• Interface with OSHA, DOT, EPA, and state/local regulators in the Safety Director's absence
• Assist with the company-wide annual HSE training plan
• Develop effective interdepartmental relationships
• Support execution of emergency preparedness procedures and policies
• Interpret, train on, and enforce company policies and procedures
• Maintain associate relations through regular interaction and communication
• Monitor associate morale and provide feedback to leadership

Requirements

• Associate's degree and/or a minimum of 2 years of safety experience with OSHA certifications
• 2+ years with direct hands-on safety experience in a warehousing, manufacturing or transportation operation
• 2+ years of experience with Occupational Safety preferred
• Has attained or is working toward certification in safety as a recognized safety professional
• Must possess a valid Driver's License
• Strong interest in safety with a proven record of results
• Ability to drive a strong safety philosophy and implement constructive behavior changes in Operations safety
• Solid analytical skills
• Excellent employee relations and interpersonal communication skills
• Excellent verbal communication, written communication, and presentation skills
• Leadership and team-building skills, able to influence decision-makers
• Proven knowledge of spreadsheet and word processing software, and ability to learn Sysco technology software and programs
• Ability to effectively use time and resources to accomplish initiatives and program goals
• Ability to analyze and independently solve difficult situations and problems
• Successfully demonstrate Leadership Framework competencies
• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States
• Ability to sit, stand, walk, use hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard, mouse, and telephone, and hear
• Ability to sit and reach with hands and arms
• Ability to occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds
• Ability to perform limited travel to Sysco facilities or operating companies

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in implementing health, safety, and environmental programs while fostering a proactive safety culture. Proficient in training, compliance with OSHA regulations, and effective communication to enhance employee relations and safety practices.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• OSHA Certifications
• Occupational Safety Experience
• Safety Program Implementation
• Analytical Skills
• Leadership and Team-Building Skills

ATS Optimization Keywords

Hard Skills

• Safety Program Records Maintenance
• Root-Cause Analysis
• Emergency Preparedness Procedures
• Training Program Development
• Safety Inspections
• Behavior Change Implementation
• Data Analysis
• Report Writing

Soft Skills

• Interpersonal Communication Skills
• Employee Relations
• Verbal Communication Skills
• Written Communication Skills
• Presentation Skills

Certifications & Qualifications

• Associate's Degree
• Safety Professional Certification
• Valid Driver's License

Industry Keywords

• Health, Safety and Environmental (HSE)
• Zero-Incident Safety Culture
• Warehouse Safety
• Manufacturing Safety
• Transportation Safety

Tools & Technologies

• Spreadsheet Software
• Word Processing Software
• Sysco Technology Software