Safety and Security Manager

Position Summary

The Health & Safety Manager plays a key leadership role in developing, implementing, and maintaining a proactive Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) culture across Alamance Foods’ warehouse and transportation operations. This position ensures compliance with OSHA, DOT/FMCSA, and company safety standards while driving initiatives that protect people, equipment, and the environment.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and continuously improve EHS programs, policies, and procedures to ensure compliance with OSHA, DOT, and local regulations.
• Carry out risk assessments, job safety analyses, and routine facility inspections to identify hazards and ensure corrective actions are completed.
• Lead safety committees, incident investigations, and root-cause analyses to prevent recurrence.
• Coordinate and conduct employee safety training (PPE, hazard communication, lockout/tagout, ergonomics, etc.).
• Support health and wellness initiatives, including occupational health and employee engagement in safety awareness campaigns.
• Partner with leadership to promote a proactive, accountable safety culture across all shifts.
• Maintain and monitor DOT compliance for company drivers and vehicles.
• Ensure driver qualification files, medical cards, vehicle inspections, and Hours of Service (HOS) logs meet FMCSA requirements.
• Conduct periodic internal audits to verify compliance and readiness for DOT or insurance reviews.
• Lead post-incident reviews involving fleet or driver activity and ensure corrective measures are implemented.
• Partner with fleet maintenance to ensure all vehicles meet regulatory and company safety standards.
• Serve as a safety liaison between departments, drivers, and management.
• Coach supervisors and employees on safety best practices and behavioral safety principles.
• Provide training and guidance to all levels of staff to enhance understanding of safety policies and compliance expectations.
• Collaborate with Human Resources on injury case management, incident reporting, and return-to-work programs.
• Communicate effectively across departments to ensure alignment on safety priorities and continuous improvement goals.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety, Environmental Science, or related field preferred.
• Minimum 3–5 years of experience in health & safety, EHS compliance, or transportation safety required.
• Prior experience in manufacturing or logistics environments strongly preferred.
• Strong knowledge of OSHA, FMCSA, and DOT regulations.
• Proven experience developing and maintaining EHS programs.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and analytical problem-solving skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and safety management systems.
• CDL (Class A or B) and current DOT medical card preferred but not required.