QHSE Specialist

CEVA Logistics provides global supply chain solutions to connect people, products, and providers all around the world. Present in 170+ countries and with more than 110,000 employees spread over 1,500 sites, we are proud to be a Top 5 global 3PL.

We believe that our employees are the key to our success. We want to engage and empower our diverse, global team to co-create value with our customers through our solutions in contract logistics and air, ocean, ground, and finished vehicle transport. That is why CEVA Logistics offers a dynamic and exceptional work environment that fosters personal growth, innovation, and continuous improvement.

At CEVA Logistics, we Rise in Motion.  Your career is always on the move, growing as fast and as far as your ambition takes you. Join a global team of nearly 200 nationalities, shaping the future of global trade, moving essential goods, forging new paths, and pushing boundaries to serve an ever-changing world. The pace is fast, the challenges are real, but the rewards are greater: growth, purpose, and the chance to make a meaningful impact. This is more than a job. It’s a journey on which you rise. 

Pay Range: $80,000 - $90,000

Summary :  Responsible for administrating the North America Safety Program components to ensure that the employee and temp associate training, site operating equipment, vehicles, and reporting documentation comply with applicable state and federal regulations. Full implementation of the North America Safety Program will help ensure a safe and healthy environment for employees, temp associates and the public. Responsible for supporting continuous improvement through company non-conformance analysis, reporting and corrective action. Identify opportunities and make recommendations for improving product quality and process efficiencies to ensure the company maintains a robust Quality Management System and maintains any external certifications. Responsible for leading all facility training to all levels of employees and maintaining safety/quality performance objectives to assist in cost control programs. Models and acts in accordance with our guiding principles and core values. 

Typical Responsibilities:  

• Assure daily summaries of job accidents, incidents, injuries, safety complaints and equipment damage are communicated to HSE, RSM’s and site Leadership. 

• Assist department Supervisors concerning safety regulations, company policies and procedures. 

• Develop and perform training programs to meet company-training objectives. 

• Develop, implement and administer health and safety programs for all departments throughout the facility including employee forklift certifications, employee safety orientations and employee Hazmat/Dangerous Goods certifications, FDA permitting, RSO (Radiation Safety Officer) training. 

• Assess the applicability of state and federal OSHA requirements and other occupational health and safety rules and regulations. 

• Completion and submission of annual HMBP (Hazardous Materials Business Plans) in CA if applicable. 

• FDA permit processing / adherence for locations that pick, pack or ship food for human consumption. 

• Conduct safety inspections and review performance of job functions to ensure conformity with safety and environmental health regulations.  

• Prepare records, reports and make recommendations for action and/or correction. 

• Review, research and resolve discrepancies on weekly departmental reporting. 

• Distribute QHSE communications regarding safety alerts, audit and lessons learned findings. 

• Educate and motivate associates to follow work practices and maintain a safe working environment through training, presentations and the distribution of safety materials. 

• Act as a resource for operating department managers and supervisors with regard to safety, health, environmental and select maintenance issues. 

• Train new employees on departmental/company safety and quality procedures. 

• Serve as the subject matter expert for quality and safety regulations and policies. 

• Utilize quality management software to perform in-depth analysis of company non-conformance areas. 

• Utilize quality management software to provide “value-added” solutions to the field in terms of driving continuous improvement, standardization and non-conformance documentation. 

• Administer recurring reports to Leadership team for review of established quality and safety metrics.      

• Utilize and adhere to the quality system documentation and forms.  

• Enforce and ensure that quality control processes are followed. 

• Develop, coordinate, schedule and present training to employees regarding the Quality Management System and quality software. 

• Ensure management staff adheres to established work standards and work process through ongoing communication of audits and reports. 

• Provide guidance to facility employees/management in complying with the QMS requirements and intentions of the program. 

• Facilitate completion of Root Cause Analyses and Corrective Actions for serious quality or risk issues. 

• Perform other duties as assigned. 

Requirements:     

• Strong verbal, auditory and written communication skills. Skilled in developing and documenting processes, and procedures. Strong written communication skills and attention to detail. 

• Computer literate. Proficient in Microsoft Office, internet, web-based and job specific software applications.  

• Capable of communicating and interacting effectively with multi-functional and diverse backgrounds and effectively presenting information and responding to questions from management, employees and vendors. 

• Demonstrated problem solving, analytical skills and ability to quickly understand. 

• Able to deal with a wide range of situations, personalities and communicate in a confident and professional manner, good interpersonal skills. Ability to support team members in furthering departmental goals through open and honest communication, promoting team interests over self-interest.  

• Ability to handle sensitive and/or confidential documents and information. 

• Proven organizational and follow-up skills with the ability to manage multiple assignments. Must be able to meet deadlines and complete all projects in a timely manner. Ability to work independently while following established policy and procedures. Self-starter, able to prioritize and organize projects and assignments. 

• Advanced analytical skills with experience in performing quantitative statistical analysis, and root cause analysis. 

• Ability to work well in a team environment, collaborate with internal and external resources, gain credibility with senior management, and manage through conflict with a positive and flexible attitude. 

• Ability to develop programs to reduce accidents and injuries in a material-handling environment. 

• Ability to effectively and clearly communicate simple instructions in front of an audience. Ability to train a large scale of employees. Ability to develop and present statistical data to all organizational levels. 

• Ability to facilitate proactive safety awareness programs. 

• Experience in investigating accidents, incidents and safety complaints. 

• Ability to generate error-free reports. 

• Must be able to read, write and speak English fluently. 

Minimum: 

• High School Degree or GED. 

• Minimum two year (safety/compliance) industry related experience 

• 2 years minimum experience in state and federal/OSHA regulations 

• Safety & Compliance Certificate 

• Other industry equivalent safety certification/training 

• In-depth knowledge of applicable state and federal OSHA requirements and other occupational health and safety rules and regulations. 

• Experience in evaluating workplace hazards and risk mitigation. 

Preferred: 

• Associates Degree in related field preferred or equivalent experience with HS&E 

• 5 year experience in a supply chain, transportation, logistics, or a related field preferred or equivalent combination of education and work experience 

• 2  – 5 years preferred experience in state and federal/OSHA regulations  

• Certified powered industrial truck trainer 

• OSHA or Cal/OSHA 10 Hour or 30 hour Course 

• Strong skills in Microsoft Excel 

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CEVA operates in a multicultural, global environment and is a richly diverse organization operating seamlessly as one company. We aim to attract, motivate and retain the best people in our industry, whatever their background.  We share the same passion to deliver world-class solutions to our customers. We have the best supply chain professionals in the industry and develop this talent in an inspiring work environment.

CEVA Logistics is proud to be an equal opportunity work place and an affirmative action employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status or any other characteristic.  We are an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities, Females, Protected Veterans, and Individual with Disabilities.

Please note:  Legitimate CEVA Logistics recruitment processes include communication with candidates through recognized professional networks, such as LinkedIn or via an official company email address: View email address on jobs.cmacgm-group.com. We recommend that you do not respond to unsolicited business propositions and/or offers from people with whom you are unfamiliar.

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Outstanding benefits for employee and family including multiple health plans(company contribution to health savings account), prescription, dental and vision coverage.
Company paid life insurance, accident insurance, short- and long-term disability coverage and employee assistance plan.
Voluntary benefits including additional life insurance, AD&D coverage, buy-up short- and long-term disability, critical illness, identify theft & legal plan.
401(k) with company match.
Flexible Paid Time Off programs including company paid holidays.
Tuition reimbursement program.