Safety Director – USBL – US Position Available In Merrimack, New Hampshire

Job Description:

JOB SUMMARY

This Operating Company (OpCo) based position willlead the implementation of prevention-focused health, safety andenvironmental (HSE) and security program. The position willestablish, execute and deliver OpCo-specific strategy that supportsSysco’s overall HSE objectives, including security and crisispreparedness objectives.

RESPONSIBILITIES

In cooperation with Operational management, develop health,safety and environmental (HSE) strategy in support of Corporate HSEand Security strategic goals. Develop effective HSE plans designed to meet operational goalsto reduce injuries, accidents, and incidents. Effectively communicate HSE strategy and objectives with SeniorLeadership. Support site management in the implementation of HSEplans. Design and implement effective metrics to track progress,proactively identify areas of concern and driveaccountability. Develop and implement training programs to transfer HSEknowledge and core competencies to management and associates. Establish and achieve audits to track and identify gaps in thelocal compliance with Sysco’s (HSE) policies and procedures. Support creation of health, safety and environmental (HSE)goals for the site management and appropriate activity-based goalsfor the leadership team, functional managers, and front-linesupervisors to drive HSE culture, compliance and results. Head a company-wide system to identify and evaluate hazards(risks), and implement effective controls (correctivesolutions). Lead incident investigation process, including cause analysisand identification of corrective action plans. Provide supervisor and management training on root causeanalysis. Interface with regulatory bodies (OSHA, DOT, EPA, andState/Local Regulators). Facilitate the completion of a company-wide annual HSE trainingplan. Develop effective interdepartmental relationships. Assist facilities management team in ensuring requiredregulatory permits are acquired, required reports are submitted toregulatory agencies and any site permit conditions (e.g.recordkeeping, process safety management (PSM), stormwater, specialwaste, etc.) are met. Achieve annual targets for incident frequency, severity andcost reductions. Display strong problem solving, organizational and analyticalskills. Demonstrate professional maturity and ability to act as achange leader. Create and facilitate health, safety, and environmental (HSE)engagement through HSE teams and committees needed to accomplishthe established targets and annual objectives. Drive and promote zero-incident HSE culture throughout thecompany. Support execution of Sysco’s Emergency Preparedness Planprocedures and policies. Monitor, interpret and communicate regulatory changes toOperating Company (OpCo) management. Assist with the development and presentation of Corporate andsite-specific training programs as needed. Implement early return to work programs. Performs management functions of staff selection, development,discipline, performance reviews and/or terminations. Interprets trains and consistently enforces Company policiesand procedures. Maintains associate relations through regular departmentmeetings. Maintains on-going interaction and open communication withassociates, monitors associate morale, and responds to andimplements ideas to improve associate engagement andenablement.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education Bachelor’s degree strongly preferred.

Experience:

5+ years hands-on environmental and safety experience in awarehousing, manufacturing or transportation operation. Considerable experience with occupational safety,transportation safety, and environmental compliancepreferred.

Certificates, Licenses, and Registrations:

Has attained or is working toward certification in safety(CSP). Other pertinent safety certifications or designations aredesirable as well. Must possess a valid Driver’s License and provide proof ofliability coverage meeting company standards.

Professional Skills Strong background in safety with a proven record ofresults. Ability to drive a strong safety philosophy and implementconstructive behavior changes in transportation safety. Excellent analytical skills. Solid employee relations and interpersonal communicationskills. Interact effectively with all levels of management,supervision, and employees. Demonstrate excellent verbal communication, writtencommunication, and presentation skills. Leadership and team-building skills, and able to influencedecision-makers. Demonstrated knowledge of spreadsheet and word processingsoftware, and ability to learn Sysco technology software andprograms. Effectively using time and resources to accomplish overallinitiatives and program goals. Able to analyze and independently solve a variety of difficultsituations and problems. Successfully demonstrate all Leadership Frameworkcompetencies.

Physical DemandsThe physical demands described hereare representative of those that must be met by an employee tosuccessfully perform the essential functions of this job. Regularly required to sit, stand, walk and use hands andfingers to operate a computer keyboard, mouse, and telephone totalk and hear. Frequently required to sit and reach with hands and arms. Must occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds.

WorkingConditionsTo perform this job successfully, an individual must beable to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Therequirements listed above are representative of knowledge, skilland/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made toenable individuals with disabilities to perform the essentialfunctions. This position will be performed at the assigned operatingcompany facilities. Must be able to do limited travel to Sysco facilities oroperating companies. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Theabove information on this description has been designed to indicatethe general nature and level of work performed by associates withinthis classification. It is not designed to contain or beinterpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties,responsibilities, and qualifications required of associatesassigned to this job.