Director of Safety and Quality- Warehousing and Transload

Job Description

Job Description

The Director of Quality & HSE is responsible for developing, implementing, and sustaining a

comprehensive Quality, Health, Safety, and Environmental management system across all sites within

the organization’s warehouse and transloading network. This role ensures compliance with all federal,

state, and local regulations, drives continuous improvement initiatives, and promotes a culture of

operational excellence and accountability. The Director partners closely with Operations, Maintenance,

HR, and Customer Service to ensure safe, compliant, and high-performing facilities that exceed

customer expectations and regulatory requirements.

1. Develop and execute the organization’s Quality and HSE strategy aligned

with corporate goals and regulatory standards. 10%

2. Serve as a strategic advisor to executive leadership on compliance risk,

operational improvements, and cultural initiatives. 10%

3. Lead a multi-site team of Quality and HSE Managers/Coordinators to

ensure alignment, accountability, and consistency across operations. 10%

4. Represent the company with regulatory agencies, customers, and

industry partners during audits, inspections, and certifications. 5%

5. Own the Quality Management System (QMS) and ensure compliance with

ISO, Operation Clean Sweep (OCS), and customer-specific requirements. 15%

6. Develop and maintain standardized processes for non-conformance

management, CAPA, internal audits, and supplier/customer quality

performance. 15%

7. Partner with operations teams to improve packaging, transloading, and

warehouse process controls, ensuring product integrity and traceability. 10%

8. Oversee all corporate HSE programs and ensure compliance with OSHA,

EPA, and NFPA standards across all facilities. 5%

9. Conduct and/or lead audits, risk assessments, and incident investigations,

ensuring timely corrective action implementation. 5%

10. Develop Lean/Six Sigma initiatives focused on reducing waste,

improving safety performance, and enhancing process reliability. 15%

Training, Skill, Knowledge or Experience Required or Preferred

1. Minimum 10 years of progressive experience in Quality, HSE, or

Operations within manufacturing, logistics, or transloading

environments. Required

2. Proven experience managing multi-site programs and leading

cross-functional teams. Required

3. Certifications preferred: Six Sigma, ISO Auditor, CSP, CIH,

CHMM, or equivalent Required

4. Strong knowledge of OSHA, EPA, DOT, ISO 9001/14001, and

other applicable standards. Required

5. Excellent analytical, leadership, and communication skills with a

track record of implementing sustainable change. Required

\nCompany Description

Harbor provides transportation, truck/rail transload, and warehousing services in Charleston to diverse industrial and commercial counterparties. As the largest drayage provider and one of the largest warehouse providers in Charleston, Harbor offers supply chain capacity via an asset-based model that provides a tailored customer experience. Growth-focused, the Harbor Team is dedicated to exceeding expectations, working with like-minded partners, and ethical decision making.

Company Description

Harbor provides transportation, truck/rail transload, and warehousing services in Charleston to diverse industrial and commercial counterparties. As the largest drayage provider and one of the largest warehouse providers in Charleston, Harbor offers supply chain capacity via an asset-based model that provides a tailored customer experience. Growth-focused, the Harbor Team is dedicated to exceeding expectations, working with like-minded partners, and ethical decision making.