Safety & Security Manager - MD & DC

Are you a current Associate? To be considered, you must submit your application through the internal Career Portal (Jobs Hub). Click here to access. Time Type Full time Remote Type Job Family Group: Market Operations Job Description Summary Are you a proactive leader passionate about protecting people, property, and operations? Join our team as a Safety & Security Manager, where you’ll lead regional initiatives focused on: Security & Loss Prevention: Protect people, property, and assets while minimizing risk. Injury Prevention: Develop programs that reduce workplace injuries and incidents. Incident Management: Lead investigations and implement corrective actions. Regulatory Compliance: Ensure adherence to OSHA, DOT, and EPA requirements. Leadership & Communication: Partner with teams to strengthen safety and security practices. Salary: $80,000–$115,000 annually + 15% annual bonus opportunity This position follows a Monday–Friday day shift schedule, with flexibility to support occasional night shift operations as business needs require. Job Description Job Responsibilities: Lead and Facilitate Injury and Incident Prevention Programs Coordinate and support monthly safety committee meetingsCoach committee members and people leaders on safety leadership, best practices, and regulatory responsibilitiesDevelop, implement, and reinforce standard safety and security policies and proceduresFacilitate incident reviews, root cause analysis, and corrective action planningEnsure accurate documentation of all security and safety-related incidents and follow-up actionsConduct regular on-site and off-site safety and security walks and observations to proactively identify risksTrain and empower operations and sales leaders to serve as effective safety and security championsConduct and monitor weekly warehouse and driver safety observations to proactively identify unsafe acts and conditions Incident Management (Accidents, Injuries, Near Misses) Coach Supervisors to lead and facilitate incident investigations, ensuring thorough evidence gathering and root cause analysisCoordinate timely internal and external reporting for all safety incidents and near missesCollaborate with operations leaders to investigate and address vehicle-related incidents involving bodily harmCollaborate with operations leaders to implement corrective and preventive measures to reduce incident recurrencePartner with workers’ compensation insurers, HR, Legal, and Operations to determine work-relatedness, minimize claim impact, and support return-to-work effortsFacilitate monthly market leadership incident reviews to align on trends, return to work plans, and improvement opportunities Lead and Facilitate Security and Loss Prevention initiatives Partnering with Operations and Sales Managers, Human Resources, etc.Oversee and maintain security systems, including cameras, alarms, access control systems and badging.Manage relationships and performance of onsite security vendors to ensure effective operations.Oversee security protocols, policies, and procedures to protect staff, property, and assets.Collaborate with local management and stakeholders to resolve security concerns effectively.Delegate secondary Security on-site for back-up (Warehouse Manager or Executive Admin to assist) Regulatory Compliance (OSHA, DOT, EPA) Lead implementation and ongoing management of OSHA compliance programs, including required training and inspectionsEnsure readiness for regulatory audits, investigations, and emergency response activitiesMaintain accurate OSHA 300/300A logs in partnership with HR and third-party providersMonitor training completion and partner with leaders to address compliance gapsCollaborate with transportation and HR teams to ensure DOT compliance (training, documentation, reporting)Coordinate EPA compliance efforts by working with internal and external subject matter experts Communication & Presentation – Develop and deliver clear, consistent EHS communications, training materials, and awareness campaignsAlign safety and security messaging with operational priorities to strengthen engagement and ownershipPresent key safety metrics, trends, and initiatives to cross-functional teams and leadershipPromote a culture of safety through visible leadership communication and reinforcementOther duties, as assigned by the jobholder’s supervisor, may also be required. Minimum Qualifications Associates and/or Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety, Health or related field and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.Minimum of 5 years of safety experience in an industrial, warehouse, or wholesale/distribution environmentThis role is fully onsite and requires in-market presence. It is not a hybrid position.Demonstrated success implementing OSHA-compliant injury prevention programs in similar operational settingsProficient PC skills using MS Office and other various computer programs including presentation softwareMust be a results-oriented professional with verbal/written communication skills using diplomacy and discretion as well as customer service skillsProven ability to lead through a matrix structure and operationalize safety, health, and environmental programsAbility to multi-task, work independently and/or within a team, pay attention to detail and meet deadlinesAnalytic and Reporting skillsUtilize sound judgement and problem-solving skillsAbility to work in fast-paced, high-volume, team environment Preferred Qualifications Experience implementing musculoskeletal disorder (MSD) prevention strategiesBackground in managing safety for driving and delivery operations, including offsite/mobile workersFamiliarity with behavior-based safety systems and employee engagement programsExperience developing or supporting driver safety, defensive driving, and/or DOT compliance initiativesProfessional certifications such as OSHA 30, ASP (Associate Safety Professional), or CSP (Certified Safety Professional) are strongly preferred Physical Requirements While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to, stand, sit; talk, hear, and use hands and fingers to operate a computer and telephoneOccasional carrying, overhead reaching and lifting of 15 pounds to perform various dutiesOccasional immediate reaching to perform various office dutiesOccasional Climb Stairs This job description is only a summary of the typical functions of this position, not an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all possible job responsibilities, tasks and duties. Responsibilities, tasks, and duties of individual jobholders may vary from the above description. Salary: $80,000–$115,000 annually + 15% annual bonus opportunity Breakthru Beverage Group is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information and other legally protected characteristics. The EEO is the Law poster is available here. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please call (708) 298-3536 and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.