Safety and Wellness Manager - Full-time / Part-time

Safety and Wellness Manager

This position is responsible for mitigating risk and promoting safety and wellness programs and services within The Company. This position is responsible for initiating and implementing safety and prevention programs and coordinating claims management activities and developing, managing and evaluating wellness programs that encourage the Corporation, Team Members and their families to focus on healthy living and safe work promotion.

Overview of Position Responsibilities, may include, but not limited to:

Accountable for implementing and delivering results of corporate and company safety and risk management initiatives at both distributor locations

Examine all injury and accident reports, and assist supervisors with accident investigations to ensure accurate and timely reporting of all claim information to Third Party Administrator (TPA), and to mitigate future similar injuries.

Work with the TPA claims adjusters to ensure proper and efficient handling of Workers’ Compensation, Auto Liability, and General Liability claims. Provide thorough follow-up with injured employees and maintain regular contact with TPA and Primary Treating Physicians to coordinate prompt return to work modified duty program.

Coordinate and participate in all work comp claim reviews for various locations.

Strategic collaboration with management team and human resources on modified duty assignments, interactive process, and employment decisions.

Conduct training for managers, supervisors and employees on safe work practices, including: Back Injury Prevention, accident and injury prevention, hazard recognition and awareness, and regulatory compliance requirements.

Coordinate the planning, research, compliance and delivery of corporate wellness programs and services through collaboration with vendor partners, internal departments and other corporate staff and managers.

Develop and compile data to identify and monitor wellness and disease management guidelines and procedures to establish and achieve effective long-range goals and objectives.

Work closely with the Committee at each location to maintain the wellness philosophy and strategy to ensure that it supports strategic goals.

Conduct safety meetings with key employees and management. Provide regular claim report data to management team and safety committee members, and follow-up on safety action items addressed in safety committee meetings.

Conduct risk assessments of location campus, warehouse, and risk issues identified out in the trade and recommend solutions to mitigate identified risks.

Develop and implement safety incentive (recognition) programs that drive reductions in injuries/accidents.

Some travel required between multiple distribution centers (up to 35%)

Review monthly program outcomes and program utilization reports; make recommendations to enhance participation of current programs and to develop/execute new programs.

Completes and finishes other duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring maximum participation in the wellness programs.

Essential skills and experience:

BA/BS Degree preferred in Human Resources, Occupational Safety & Health, Risk Management or related field required.

2-3 years safety management and Workers’ Compensation claims management experience

Experience in managing/implementing a successful company wellness program, including proposal development and program evaluation.

Understanding of wellness concepts, practices and procedures.

Experience within large warehouse, product distribution / trucking operations is preferred, but not required

Excellent interpersonal and collaboration skills dealing with all levels of employees, customers, and management

Proficient computer skills in Microsoft Office: Excel, Word and PowerPoint

Ability to facilitate training for all levels of employees, supervision and management

Self-starter with ability to follow-up and follow through and meet deadlines

Able to work independently, as well as collaboratively within a team environment

Preferred:

Preferred certifications: Certified Safety Professional (CSP) / Associate Safety Professional (ASP)

Strong technical knowledge and background in CAL OSHA/DOT regulatory standards, safety engineering, risk management and environmental protection

Work Environment:

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Due to the nature of our business in regard to such things as delivery schedules, order inputs, selection, and Department of Transportation Hours of Service, overtime, attendance and punctuality are essential job functions. Should an individual in this classification not be able to adhere to this requirement due to a disability, they should contact their Human Resources department to see what, if any, reasonable accommodation may be made.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. Drug Free Workplace.