Regional Manager, Safety & Training-Safety

Assist the Regional Vice Presidents and District Operations Managers in their efforts to assure safety compliance with all company policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Perform training, including train-the-trainer for corporate operational and corporate safety policies and procedures, as well as OSHA, FMCSA, and HMAudit.
• Service center inspections using the 20-Day Self Audit as a guide to measure service center performance.
• Perform onsite equipment inspections.
• As assigned, perform accident, workers’ comp, and light-duty assignment investigations.
• As assigned, perform DVIR, employee file, and hazmat bill audits.
• As assigned, review information obtained from the outside observation program, including dealing with drivers.
• As assigned, review accidents and citations, and work on the retraining of respective employees.
• As assigned, handle weekend on-call duty for accidents and spills.
• Provide support to Sales, including customer visits.
• Provide weekly recaps to the Corporate Safety Department, detailing weekly efforts.
• Travel to any location or area as required to meet department needs.
• Maintain all company equipment, including your assigned vehicle, in good working order.
• Spend time with employees at service centers, listen to their concerns, and report issues or suggestions to appropriate departments.
• Promote good relations with employees.
• Research, develop, and implement computer-based training in the field and instructional DVDs.
• Develop and provide course materials and/or training aids to assist employees in performing their jobs more efficiently and consistently system-wide.
• Research alternative learning delivery methods.
• Make recommendations and implement programs to meet Estes’ needs.
• Manage the production of training videos, including writing scripts with subject matter experts.
• Maintain documents electronically on Enet.
• Develop training strategies to keep Estes competitive as a carrier of choice.
• Ensure projects are prioritized and aligned with Estes’ strategic plan.
• Assist in the implementation of the overall plan for employee development.
• Assist in the development and implementation of workshops, seminars, and/or webinars.
• Responsible for hiring, employee counseling, training, and terminations, ensuring they are processed according to proper guidelines.
• Regular attendance is required.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience; minimum 3-5 years of related LTL Transportation experience preferred.
• Minimum 1 year of supervisory experience preferred.
• General knowledge of LTL Operations, with a minimum of 5 years of relative experience preferred.
• Knowledge of OSHA, DOT, and EPA regulations.
• Proven leadership experience and decision-making ability.
• Detail-oriented with strong analytical skills.
• Good oral and written communication and presentation skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, AS400, InDesign, Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, PageMaker, or equivalent desktop publishing software.
• Experience in developing and writing training materials, CBT, and online training.
• Knowledge of the trucking and/or transportation industry.
• Ability to interpret/analyze data to develop training materials.
• Organized, with a strong work ethic and ability to multi-task.
• Strong interpersonal skills and team-building talents.
• Effective leader with the ability to communicate and interact well with others.
• Willing to accept responsibility for assigned region.
• Ability to work any shift, including weekends.
• Valid CDL-A with Hazmat and Doubles/Triples endorsements.
• Acceptable driving record.
• Knowledge of hazardous materials preferred.
• Ability to comply with all company policies, rules, procedures, and Code of Conduct.
• Ability to interact well with others.
• Ability to work independently or in a team setting.
• Capable of working under tight time constraints in a high-volume environment with multiple priorities.
• Ability to read, interpret, and comply with written information and documents such as safety rules, operations/procedure manuals, and maintenance instructions.
• Must pass a pre-employment drug screen, random drug and/or alcohol tests, and be subject to a criminal history background check.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States.

Physical Demands

• Regularly required to talk or hear.
• Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Frequently required to sit and use hands to finger, handle, or feel or operate computers and other standard office equipment.
• Occasionally required to stand, walk, lift, twist, turn, and reach with hands and arms.
• Must be capable of lifting a minimum of 20 lbs., or more if required by the essential functions of the job.

Work Environment

• Frequently exposed to work near moving mechanical parts and fumes or airborne particles.
• May be required to work in high/precarious places, with hazardous materials, and in various weather conditions.
• Noise level in the work environment ranges from quiet to loud as required by the essential functions of the job.

About the Company

Estes is the largest, privately owned freight carrier in North America. As an asset-based transportation provider with a global footprint, Estes delivers reliable freight solutions and exceptional service. With nearly a century of freight shipping expertise, Estes operates a robust fleet and vast network of over 10,000 doors and 280 terminals. The company offers comprehensive transportation solutions, including Less Than Truckload (LTL), Volume LTL and Truckload, Time Critical Guaranteed, Custom Shipping and Logistics, and Final Mile.

Our mission at Estes is to deliver responsive freight solutions so our employees and customers can focus on what matters most. Estes is built on a family-inspired culture of integrity and trust, driving the way we work. We value a diverse workforce and believe outcomes improve when our team brings different viewpoints.