Essential Job Functions- Develop, standardize, and implement global safety, quality, and health programs across all operations.
- Establish and maintain safety training, equipment maintenance, forklift certification, and compliance tracking systems.
- Ensure compliance with dangerous goods regulations across all countries and transportation modes, including maintenance of non-conforming commodity lists.
- Develop and implement safety and quality strategies, policies, procedures, and initiatives aligned with company objectives and regulatory requirements.
- Promote a proactive safety culture through training, orientations, audits, safety committees, hazard identification, emergency preparedness, and proper use of personal protective equipment.
- Ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, ISO, and other applicable local, state, federal, and international regulations and standards.
- Lead incident reporting, investigations, root cause analysis, emergency response planning, and corrective actions to prevent injuries and improve outcomes.
- Establish safety and quality metrics, dashboards, and reporting systems to monitor performance, identify trends, and drive continuous improvement.
- Conduct jobsite and operational assessments to verify compliance and implement effective hazard controls.
- Drive quality improvement initiatives using Lean, Six Sigma, Kaizen, Zero Defect programs, and other continuous improvement methodologies.
- Develop and lead cross-functional teams and improvement projects to strengthen safety, quality, and operational performance.
- Monitor regulatory and industry changes and adapt programs to maintain compliance and operational excellence.
- Collaborate with leadership, employees, local authorities, and emergency services to strengthen safety accountability and organizational readiness.
- Apply project, program, and portfolio management expertise to lead strategic initiatives and achieve measurable results.
- Develop and execute long-term strategies, anticipate organizational needs over a 12-24-month horizon, and maintain strong stakeholder relationships and communication.
Education & Experience- Bachelor's degree in quality and/or safety management, or related field preferred; combination of education and relevant experience will be considered.
- Minimum 5 to 10 years supervisory or managerial experience.
- In depth knowledge of OSHA standards and regulations.
- Minimum 5 years of experience with ISO, LEAN, Zero Defect Programs, Six Sigma or other quality management methodology.
- Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a full-time, ongoing basis without the need for current or future employer sponsorship.
Certifications and Licenses - Total Quality Management, LEAN or Six Sigma certification is preferred.
- At least one safety certification such as CDS, ASP or CSP is preferred.
Physical Requirements- Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
- Must be able to lift up to 30 pounds.
- Must be able to travel throughout facilities as required to conduct quality and safety inspections.
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Disclaimer:The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
