Safety & Compliance Manager

  • Surf Search
  • Portland, Oregon
  • Full Time
Safety Manager - Lead Safety. Protect People. Drive Culture. Competitive Pay Day 1 Benefits Career Growth Meaningful Impact Are you a safety leader who thrives on preventing risks before they happen? Do you want to play a missioncritical role in protecting people, elevating culture, and keeping the supply chain moving smoothly? If so, we want you on our team. Why You'll Love Working Here Competitive pay Day 1 Health & Wellness Benefits 401(k) with Employer Match Employee Stock Purchase Plan Paid Time Off Education Assistance A safe, inclusive, recognitiondriven culture and so much more. What You'll Do As our Safety Manager , you will be the key force driving a proactive, preventionfocused safety culture across our Operating Company. You'll work sidebyside with leaders in Transportation, Warehouse Operations, HR, and more to ensure our associates, customers, and brand are protected every day. You Will Make an Impact By: Accident Prevention & Safety Leadership Leading our accidentprevention strategy with a strong focus on behaviorbased safety Conducting risk analysis, facility observations, ridealongs, and safety walks Running accident review committees and developing corrective action plans Driving engagement in safety programs, nearmiss reporting, and recognition initiatives Serving as the SME during serious incidents Transportation & CDL Safety Owning DOT and FMCSA compliance, including driver files, HOS, CSA, and inspections Coaching CDL drivers in safe, compliant driving behaviors Investigating vehicle incidents and implementing prevention strategies Leading postaccident, random, and reasonablesuspicion testing programs Using telematics and dashcam analytics to reduce risk Warehouse & Facility Safety Ensuring OSHA compliance across all sites Conducting JHAs, audits, and facility safety inspections Supporting safe food distribution practices, including coldchain and dock safety Risk Management & Continuous Improvement Managing Workers' Compensation from first report through closure Leading investigations for injuries and nearmisses Partnering to control claim costs and improve associate outcomes Managing returntowork and modifiedduty programs Tracking and reporting KPIs, including TRIR, DART, preventable accidents, and CSA metrics Updating policies, procedures, and emergency response plans Supporting litigation and documentation requirements Training & Culture Development Creating and delivering engaging safety training for associates and leaders Leading newhire safety orientation Coaching frontline leaders to champion safety accountability Promoting a 'see something, say something' culture What You Bring Required High School Diploma/GED or equivalent experience 4-6 years of occupational safety, health management, or related experience Preferred Bachelor's degree in HR, Environmental Management, Occupational Safety & Health, or related field 6-10 years of experience in safety management within the foodservice industry Transportation / Distribution Industry safety experience a plus Certifications such as CSP, ARM, or related credentials Ready to Lead Safety With Purpose? Join a team where your expertise saves injuries, improves operations, and strengthens a culture built on care. Apply today and build a career that makes a difference every single day. Qualifications: High School Diploma/GED or Equivalent Experience 4 - 6 years in Occupational safety and health management or related area Preferred qualifications: Bachelors Human Resources, Environmental Management, Occupational Safety and Health, or related area 6-10 years in Occupational safety and health management or related area within the foodservice industry. Transportation safety experience a plus. Certified Safety Professional (CSP), Associate in Risk Management (ARM), and/or related area.
Job ID: 522159049
Originally Posted on: 5/22/2026

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