Director of Safety, Smart & Final Stores

Store Support Center

We are searching for an experienced Director of Safety, Smart & Final Stores for our Store
Support Center located at 600 Citadel Drive, Commerce, CA, 90040.

SUMMARY
The Safety Director is responsible
for developing, implementing, and managing safety programs across all store
locations to ensure a safe environment for employees, customers, and vendors.
This role ensures compliance with federal, state, and local safety regulations,
reduces workplace incidents, and fosters a culture of safety throughout the
organization.

ESSENTIAL
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

1.
Safety Program Development & Management

• Develop,
  implement, and maintain company-wide safety policies, procedures, and
  training programs.
• Develop, review,
  and update standard operating procedures related to safety.
• Develop safety
  programs for stores, and the Store Support Center.
• Monitor the
  progress of all safety programs and implement improvements to ensure
  effectiveness.
• Drive department
  resources toward opportunities identified through reporting and data
  analysis.

2.
Training, Education & Communication

• Oversee
  coordination and documentation of safety training programs.
• Attend store
  meetings to educate associates on safe work practices.
• Promote adherence
  to all company policies and procedures to keep associates and customers
  safe.
• Focus on safe work
  practices at retail locations and offices.

3.
Safety Audits, Inspections & Performance Tracking

• Calibrate safety
  audit scoring with field safety specialists (managers?) quarterly.
• Oversee and
  coordinate safety audits and inspections across all store locations and
  offices.
• Evaluate and audit
  programs and policies for certification to safety standards, implementing
  corrective actions based on results.
• Track and report
  audit results to senior management.
• Track and analyze
  safety performance metrics and present findings to senior leadership.
• Monitor Worker
  Compensation/General Liability incident rates.

4.
Incident Investigation & Risk Management

• Investigate
  accidents, incidents, equipment failures, and near-misses; perform
  root-cause analysis and recommend corrective actions.
• Work with Loss
  Prevention, Human Resources, and Legal to investigate safety violations
  and ensure appropriate follow-up.

5.
Regulatory Compliance & Government Interaction

• Ensure compliance
  with OSHA and other applicable regulations.
• Point of contact with
  OSHA and other government agencies on compliance issues.
• Stay current on
  industry best practices, regulatory changes, and emerging safety
  technologies.
• Monitor new
  developments, trends, and best practices through safety and retail
  industry organizations and provide updates as needed.

6.
Emergency Preparedness & Response

•  Lead emergency
  preparedness planning, including fire drills, evacuation procedures, and
  crisis response.

7.
Equipment & Resource Management

•  Oversee proper
  procurement, maintenance, and acquisition of all safety-related equipment.

8.
Collaboration & Cross-Department Leadership

• Collaborate with
  safety specialists / managers, store managers and department leads to address
  safety concerns and implement improvements.
• Promote a culture
  of safety across stores and offices.

COMPENSATION: The salary range for this position is
$130,000.00 to $150,000.00. The actual starting pay will be determined by a
number of qualifications; including, experience and relevant skills.

Our company provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to
all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color,
religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics.