Safety Director

Job ID: 527565

Michigan Paving and Materials, a vertically integrated CRH company, energetically drives to continually be a leader in our markets in quality construction materials and value added services by employing innovative techniques and customer-centric practices. We believe that our employees are the reason for our success and we focus on their development and advancement opportunities as well as attracting new talent to our organization. We encourage you to learn more by visiting , or our parent company at

Position Overview

The Safety Director is responsible for collaborating with other region safety professionals along with Company Leadership to establish and develop a culture of safety across Michigan Paving & Materials, Stoneco, and Cadillac Asphalt. Provide technical and compliance expertise to the in terms of good safety habits and provide direction and skills for a safe work environment. Work closely with other safety managers and supervisory personnel to achieve goals and support the safety of each of the company’s business units. Overseeing, managing, and coordinating the administration of the Risk Management and Environmental teams.

Key Responsibilities (Essential Duties and Functions)

The duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

1. Manages one direct report with dotted line reporting from OpCo Safety Leads.
2. Motivate behavior change and create a proactive approach and culture to safety within assigned region and throughout all companies;
3. Partner with business unit leadership to drive proper safe behavior and strong safety culture;
4. Comply with federal, state and local safety regulations by studying existing and new legislation; anticipating future legislation; interpreting standards; enforcing adherence to regulations; advising management on needed actions;
5. Coordinates and performs ongoing training to ensure an educated, safe, and compliant workforce.
6. Enforce safety policies by conducting inspections, reporting statistics and counseling managers and employees;
7. Responsible for timely reporting of all safety incidents in accordance with CRH Materials Group standards.
8. Ensure accident investigations are conducted and maintain the appropriate records. Assist in determining action required in order to eliminate causes and follow-up to ensure action is taken;
9. Conduct inspections and industrial hygiene audits for assigned locations;
10. Act as a consultant and resource to executives, managers, supervisors, and hourly employees by providing insight and direction on matters relating to safety incidents or preventable solutions
11. Responsible for ensuring required trainings are conducted for managers and employees; may facilitate training as well;
12. Assist with insurance company loss control/safety consulting services to support and improve the Company’s safety process;
13. Carry out all assigned tasks and projects in a timely manner;
14. Work with government and regulatory agencies – OSHA, MSHA, DOT, etc. during site inspections in all matters relating to safety;
15. Create clear and concise reports using Microsoft applications and other company computer programs;
16. Responsible for the collection process of the Drug-Free Workplace Program requirements
17. Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, reviewing professional publications, establishing personal networks and participating in professional societies.

Additional responsibilities include claims monitoring and administration, report generation, and communication with employees, managers, insurance carriers, medical personnel and lawyers. Other duties include:

1. Provides information to employees about workers compensation benefits.
2. Assists third party administrator in obtaining information to determine compensability for workers’ compensation benefits.
3. Consults with business unit contacts to complete first reports of injury
4. Facilitates RTW strategies that are cost effective for the Company and productive and meaningful for the employee
5. Works with Safety to support prevention programs. Analyzes injury reports and develops methods to address patterns
6. Completes monthly claims review & reserve status reports (with finance).
7. Assists third party administrator in reviewing workers’ compensation benefits for payment of medical bills, legal expenses and indemnity/death benefits.
8. Consults with corporate risk management, third party administrator and legal counsel as needed.
9. Assists legal staff as required in handling litigated claims.
10. Tracks and maintains OSHA log.
11. Tracks and maintains all safety reports to include but not limited to recordables, preventables, accident reports, etc.
12. Tracks, maintains and handles all liability claims. Involves legal counsel when needed.
13. Follows all applicable laws and administers program in accordance to company policies and procedures.

Other Requirements:

1. Display a professional and courteous attitude to co-workers, supervisors, and the general public at all times.
2. Must be willing to travel and work away from home when required.
3. Must be willing to work nights and weekends when necessary.
4. Strict adherence to safety requirements and procedures as outlined in the Manual of Safety Practices and Procedures.
5. Strict adherence to Company policies and procedures as outlined in the Company Book of Policies.
6. Willingness to work in a team environment and assist co-workers or supervisors with other duties as required. 
7. Timely and regular attendance is an expectation of performance for all company employees. Employees will be held accountable for adhering to their workplace schedule.

Qualifications

1. Five or more years of workers' compensation claim management experience; general, product and auto liability claims management, OSHA experience preferred. Workers compensation experience in the state of Michigan highly desired.
2. Prior experience handling lost-time claims.
3. Bachelor’s degree in related field or the equivalent in experience.
4. Must possess Microsoft Office skills (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
5. Strong communication skills, both oral and written
6. Exceptional interpersonal/customer service skills, must be able to relate with all levels of employees
7. Must have strong administrative and analytical skills
8. Self-starter - requiring minimal supervision
9. Demonstrate a hands-on, collaborative approach and work well in a team
10. Willingness to travel occasionally

 SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

1. Travel required in assigned region – this position is NOT at a fixed location.
2. Act as an on-call contact for emergency incident management of a 24/7 workplace
3. Valid Driver’s License

The statements included in this job description are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements and criteria necessary to successfully perform the job. Other duties may be assigned as required. Requirements for this job are subject to modification by the Company and its designees, and reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

What CRH Offers You

• Highly competitive base pay
• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
• Group retirement savings program
• Health and wellness programs
• An inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion

About CRH

CRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large international organization.

If you’re up for a rewarding challenge, we invite you to take the first step and apply today! Once you click apply now, you will be brought to our official employment application. Please complete your online profile and it will be sent to the hiring manager. Our system allows you to view and track your status 24 hours a day. Thank you for your interest!

Michigan Paving and Materials, a CRH Company, is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

EOE/Vet/Disability

CRH is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. 

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