Manager, Safety
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Overview
Job Description
Job Description
Safety Manager - Lead Safety. Protect People. Drive Culture.
Competitive Pay • Day 1 Benefits • Career Growth • Meaningful Impact
Are you a safety leader who thrives on preventing risks before they happen? Do you want to play a mission‑critical role in protecting people, elevating culture, and keeping America's food supply chain moving smoothly? If so-we want you on our team.
Why You'll Love Working Here
We deliver more than food. We deliver opportunities, stability, and a career you can grow. Join a company that invests in you with:
- Competitive pay: $68,500 - $90,000
- Day 1 Health & Wellness Benefits
- 401(k) with Employer Match
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- Paid Time Off
- Education Assistance
- A safe, inclusive, recognition‑driven culture
…and so much more.
What You'll Do
As our Safety Manager, you will be the key force driving a proactive, prevention‑focused safety culture across our Operating Company. You'll work side‑by‑side with leaders in Transportation, Warehouse Operations, HR, and more to ensure our associates, customers, and brand are protected every day.
You Will Make an Impact By:
Accident Prevention & Safety Leadership
- Leading our accident‑prevention strategy with a strong focus on behavior‑based safety
- Conducting risk analysis, facility observations, ride‑alongs, and safety walks
- Running accident review committees and developing corrective action plans
- Driving engagement in safety programs, near‑miss reporting, and recognition initiatives
- Serving as the SME during serious incidents
Transportation & CDL Safety
- Owning DOT and FMCSA compliance, including driver files, HOS, CSA and inspections
- Coaching CDL drivers in safe, compliant driving behaviors
- Investigating vehicle incidents and implementing prevention strategies
- Leading post‑accident, random, and reasonable‑suspicion testing programs
- Using telematics and dashcam analytics to reduce risk
Warehouse & Facility Safety
- Ensuring OSHA compliance across all sites
- Conducting JHAs, audits, and facility safety inspections
- Supporting safe food distribution practices, including cold‑chain and dock safety
Risk Management & Continuous Improvement
- Managing Workers' Compensation from first report through closure
- Leading investigations for injuries and near‑misses
- Partnering to control claim costs and improve associate outcomes
- Managing return‑to‑work and modified‑duty programs
- Tracking and reporting KPIs including TRIR, DART, preventable accidents, and CSA metrics
- Updating policies, procedures, and emergency response plans
- Supporting litigation and documentation requirements
Training & Culture Development
- Creating and delivering engaging safety training for associates and leaders
- Leading new‑hire safety orientation
- Coaching frontline leaders to champion safety accountability
- Promoting a "see something, say something" culture
What You Bring
Required
- High School Diploma/GED or equivalent experience
- 4-6 years of occupational safety, health management, or related experience
Preferred
- Bachelor's degree in HR, Environmental Management, Occupational Safety & Health, or related field
- 6-10 years experience in safety management within the Foodservice industry
- Transportation / Distribution Industry safety experience a plus
- Certifications such as CSP, ARM, or related credentials
Ready to Lead Safety With Purpose?
Join a team where your expertise saves injuries, improves operations, and strengthens a culture built on care. Apply today and build a career that makes a difference every single day.
EEO Statement
Performance Food Group and/or its subsidiaries (individually or collectively, the "Company") provides equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all applicants and employees, regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable local, state and federal laws and regulations. Please click on the following links to review: (1) our EEO Policy; (2) the "EEO is the Law" poster and supplement; and (3) the Pay Transparency Policy Statement.
Required Qualifications
High School Diploma/GED or Equivalent Experience
4 - 6 years Occupational safety and health management or related area
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelors Human Resources, Environmental Management, Occupational Safety and Health or related area
6-10 years Occupational safety and health management or related area within foodservice industry.
Transportation safety experience a plus.
Certified Safety Professional (CSP), Associate in Risk Management (ARM), and / or related area.
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