Distribution Center Safety Manager

About the role

We’re building a world of health around every individual — shaping a more connected, convenient and compassionate health experience. At CVS Health®, you’ll be surrounded by passionate colleagues who care deeply, innovate with purpose, hold ourselves accountable and prioritize safety and quality in everything we do. The Distribution Center Safety Manager is responsible for creating and maintaining a safe work environment within the distribution center. This role partners with the DC Director and leadership team to reduce workplace injuries, ensure compliance with safety regulations, and promote a strong safety-first culture.

Responsibilities

• Promote a proactive safety culture and injury prevention programs.
• Implement and oversee health, safety, and environmental (HSE) policies, procedures, and training programs.
• Conduct safety audits, hazard assessments, and workplace inspections.
• Lead behavior-based safety initiatives and provide coaching to leaders and employees.
• Facilitate Gemba walks, Kaizen events, and Safety Task Force meetings.
• Manage forklift/powered industrial truck training and certification programs.
• Monitor safety metrics (KPIs) and develop improvement plans.
• Investigate incidents and injuries, identify root causes, and implement corrective actions.
• Lead pre-shift stretching and warm-up programs.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA and all applicable federal, state, and local regulations.
• Serve as the primary contact for regulatory agencies and partner with Corporate HSE and Legal teams.
• Lead safety and compliance projects from planning through completion.
• Support site leadership with safety strategies and continuous improvement efforts.

Qualifications

Required

• Minimum 5 years of safety leadership experience in a warehouse, distribution center, or similar environment.

Preferred

• Bilingual (English/Spanish).
• ASP or CSP certification.
• CPR, AED, and First Aid certification.
• DOT and driver safety experience.
• Lean Six Sigma certification (Yellow Belt or higher).

Skills

• Safety leadership and employee engagement.
• Incident investigation and root cause analysis.
• OSHA and environmental compliance knowledge.
• Project management and continuous improvement.
• Strong communication, coaching, and collaboration skills.

Schedule

• Full time
• 40 hours per week

Pay

The typical pay range for this role is $66,330.00 - $145,860.00. This pay range represents the base annual full-time salary for all positions in the job grade within which this position falls. The actual base salary offer will depend on a variety of factors including experience, education, geography and other relevant factors. This position is also eligible for a CVS Health bonus, commission or short-term incentive program in addition to the base pay range listed above.

Benefits

This full-time position is eligible for a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the physical, emotional, and financial well-being of colleagues and their families. Benefits include:

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Paid time off
• Retirement savings options
• Wellness programs
• Other resources, based on eligibility

Additional details about available benefits are provided during the application process and on Benefits Moments.