Location Safety Team Lead

Position Summary

Coach and mentor location drivers to achieve an accident-free work environment while maintaining full compliance with all applicable regulatory agencies. Be flexible to work in the afternoon/evening at least a few nights per month to be able to see drivers and assist with issues on different shifts.

Major Responsibilities

• Monitor effectiveness of driver safety metrics including but not limited to:
• Ensuring all drivers are trained and current on Smart Drive programs. If not, advise reason why prior to weekly safety call and plan to maintain goal.
• Creating a plan to ensure 100% compliance.
• Driver probation
• Compliance follow up requests.
• Collecting data and submitting to the proper group, information regarding driver qualification files, which is sent via email from DQops for the following items:
• Safety audits
• Driver log audits
• Random trailer and tractor inspections
• - IE: securement, spill kits, missing documents (permits, CVOR, etc.)
• Mock DOT inspections
• - IE, if we are made aware of a DOT campaign for roadside inspections, schedule mock DOT inspections with drivers in yard to coach and counsel potential issues.
• Accidents - in the event of an accident, responsible for the following items:
• Report to scene of accident to assess situation and possible root cause
• Take photos
• Interview parties involved (driver)
• Ensure all documents required have been completed
• Log data in Risk Management and upload required files to portal.
• Set up safety call with driver involved, management and Corporate Safety Team.
• Ensure post call, Gensuite is completed and closed.
• Ride along with driver post-accident to ensure driver is fit and comfortable to return to work.
• Monthly Facility Inspections
• Ensure we are in compliance with all codes and all equipment is in working and safe order
• Other projects as assigned

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Bachelor's degree preferred
• 1+ years of Health & Safety or Operations Management experience with proven leadership ability required
• Certified Safety Professional as recognized by the Board of Certified Safety Professionals. Successfully completed the OSHA 10 hour industrial and have a minimum of three years of safety experience.
• Should have knowledge of the following:
• Effective Hazard Identification, Risk Assessment, and Control Techniques
• DOT Regulations
• OSHA Regulations
• Accident Investigation Techniques

• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, Access, and Powerpoint

Physical Requirements

• The physical and mental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
• While performing the duties of this job, the associate may be required to stand, walk, and sit.
• The associate is frequently required to use hands to touch, handle, and feel, and to reach with hands and arms.
• The associate must be able to occasionally lift and/or move up to 25lbs/12kg.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.

About Penske Logistics

Penske Logistics engineers state-of-the-art transportation, warehousing and freight management solutions that deliver powerful business results for market-leading companies. With operations in North America, South America, Europe and Asia, Penske and its associates help businesses move forward by increasing visibility and driving down supply-chain costs. Visit Penske Logistics to learn more.

Job Category

Risk Management/Safety

Job Family

Common

Primary Location

US-MN-Faribault

Employer

Penske Logistics LLC

Req ID

2605313