Senior Safety Data & OSHA Compliance Leader

The Kroger Co.; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare coverage

Paid time off

Employee discounts

Tuition reimbursement

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Kroger is seeking a Sr Safety-Train-Data & OSHA Compliance Manager to develop and oversee federal/state OSHA safety plans, training, and compliance across Supply Chain divisions. You will oversee KPI reporting, partner with Legal, and guide enterprise safety strategies.

Role requires extensive OSHA program leadership, training development, and analytical skills to manage incidents, audits, and regulatory communications while upholding Kroger’s safety culture.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in multi-state OSHA compliance programs (OSHA, DOT, NFPA).
• 5+ years leading Injury Prevention or Claims Management programs.
• Experience developing enterprise training programs for end users.
• Strong training, leadership, and meeting facilitation background.
• Completion of OSHA-30-hour course or willingness to complete.
• 3+ years in a leadership position.
• Experience establishing proactive safety culture.

Responsibilities

• Partner with Training on injury prevention and OSHA compliance.
• Lead internal safety audit team across Supply Chain sites.
• Develop/oversee onboarding training for new site safety managers.
• Guide training for Safety Materials and Safety Awareness events.
• Provide decisions on OSHA interpretations where Law is not required.
• Represent division in hearings and OSHA responses.
• Coach AP/Safety managers on OSHA responses and conference protocols.
• Ensure Federal OSHA and state standards are integrated into training.

Skills

OSHA compliance

Injury prevention

Leadership

Training development

OSHA-30

Data analytics

Power BI

Microsoft Office

Kroger knowledge

Tools

Power BI

Microsoft Office

Job description

MFG SR SAFETY-TRAIN-DATA & OSHA COMPLIANCE MGR

Job Description

Develop and oversee compliance to federal & state written OSHA safety plans, site-level worksheets and other safety related programs. Oversee OSHA activity in Supply Chain divisions, providing subject matter expertise and guidance on regulations, requirements investigations, citations, disputes and compliance related questions. Monitor changes in federal OSHA and state regulations regarding occupational safety and health standards. Partner with corporate and third-party Legal on OSHA matters and in developing, implementing and communicating a Supply Chain strategy for all required OSHA plans and training. Provide oversight to produce safety Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) via enterprise reports for all. Demonstrate the company’s core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion and safety.

Responsibilities

• Partner with Kroger Store Support Center Training on all training for injury prevention, leadership development and OSHA compliance
• Lead internal safety audit team in ensuring regulatory compliance and preparedness is maintained across Supply Chain sites
• Develop/oversee the on-boarding training program for new site safety managers
• Provide guidance for the development and implementation of training for Safety Materials, Safety Awareness Events, and related services
• Provide decisions and guidance on difficult OSHA interpretations or challenges where Legal counsel is not required or financially viable
• Protect the company interest in conjunction with division by attending hearings, representing a division or enterprise business unit with written response to federal or state OSHA resulting from inspections, citations and fines
• Provide development opportunities for AP/Safety managers on OSHA responses and informal conference protocols (OSHA inspections, citations, fines and hearings)
• Validate compliance with Federal OSHA, DOT and other applicable state occupational safety and health standards are incorporated into Safety training requirements
• Oversee and coordinate the integration of safety training, with Training records readily available upon request through the Learning system
• Oversee internal measures and metric reports, including OSHA incident rates, lost time, etc. that apply to OSHA Compliance and Injury Prevention
• Oversee with Technology the functionality of division dashboards
• Oversee the completion of the annul BLS Injuries, Illnesses, and Fatalities (IIF) survey
• Supervise and coach direct reports in the performance of their duties; complete performance reviews and provide feedback to direct reports
• Travel to sites for training, hearings, inspections, and audits
• Must be able to perform the essential job functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation

Qualifications

Minimum

• 5+ years of experience leading and implementing a multi-state federal & state regulatory compliance programs (i.e., OSHA, DOT, NFPA)
• 5+ years of experience leading and developing Injury Prevention and/or Claims Management Programs
• Any experience developing enterprise training programs that deliver content relevant to end user’s role and responsibility
• Strong training, leadership development and meeting facilitation background
• Completion of OSHA-30-hour course or willingness to complete
• 3+ years in a leadership position
• Any experience establishing a proactive safety culture at all levels
• Any data mining and analytics experience using statistical techniques to conduct forecasting and other modeling services
• Proficient in creating documents with Microsoft suite and PowerBi
• Knowledge of Kroger structure and programs
• Knowledge of Safety System Processes such as Anhydrous Ammonia, Pressure Vessels, Combustion, etc.
• Working knowledge of the Risk/Safety, OSHA Compliance and Claims Management

Job Info

• Job Identification 163091
• Job Category Manufacturing
• Locations 1014 Vine St, Cincinnati, OH, 45202, US (On-site)
• Job Schedule Full time
• Line of Business Supply Chain & Distribution

The Kroger Family of Companies offers comprehensive benefits to support your Associate Well-Being, including Physical, Emotional, Financial and more. We'll help you thrive, with access to:

– A wide range of healthcare coverage, including affordable, comprehensive medical, dental, vision and prescription coverage, through company plans or collective bargaining agreement plans.
– Flexible scheduling in full- and part-time roles with paid time off, including holiday and sick pay based on eligibility and length of service.
– Emotional and financial support with free counseling through our Employee Assistance Program and free, confidential financial tools and coaching.
– Valuable associate discounts on purchases, including food, travel, technology and so much more.
– Up to $21,000 in tuition reimbursement over your career, through our industry-leading Continuing Education program.
– Vast potential for growth, through an abundance of industry-leading training programs and diverse career pathways.

From one tiny Cincinnati grocery store more than a century ago, we’ve grown into what today is the nation’s largest grocer with nearly 2,800 stores in 35 states operating under 28 different names. As America’s grocer, we take pride in bringing diverse teams with a passion for food and people together with one common purpose: To Feed the Human Spirit. With a history of innovation, we work tirelessly to create amazing experiences for our customers, communities AND each other, with food at the heart of it all.
Here, people matter. That’s why we strive to provide the ingredients you need to create your own recipe for success at work and in life. We help feed your future by providing the value and care you need to grow. If you’re caring, purpose-driven and hungry to learn, your potential is unlimited.
Whether you’re seeking a part-time position or a new career path, we’ve got a fresh opportunity for you. Apply today to become part of our Kroger family!