Fleet Safety Manager

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This is more than just a job - it's an opportunity to build the future of beverage distribution and grow with a company that truly cares about its people. Overview Responsible for collaborating with the Operations Leadership Team and Logistics Managers to ensure complete safety compliance for a delivery fleet of small volume, scope, and complexity. This role must also ensure all logistics (transportation) associates meet Department of Transportation (DOT) and Commercial Motor Vehicle (CMV) criteria. Primary Responsibilities Ensures all transportation associates understand and operate within the organizational, operational, safety, and service policies and procedures Investigates and reports all vehicle collisions in a timely manner and according to SGWS policy Trains all transportation associates on proper vehicle incident reporting procedures Assigns vehicle investigations to appropriate field personnel Reviews vehicle incident investigation findings for accuracy and completion and "preventability" determinations (root-cause analysis), and employs appropriate corrective actions to prevent recurrence Creates and implements Vehicle Collision Review Committees at selected SGWS locations Trains transportation supervisors on effectively using the following applications: Lytx, Geotab Telematics, Benchmark (Gensuite), and J.J. Keller's DataSense Monitors Electronic Logging Device (ELD) and Electronic Vehicle Inspection Reports (EDVIR) for compliance with Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations (FMCSR's) and Company policies Tracking fleet metrics to identify areas needing improvement and areas meeting/exceeding business goals and key performance indicators (KPIs) Additional Primary Responsibilities Oversees monthly fleet safety training or meetings per SGWS Safety Policy Provides initial fleet safety training and maintain annual refresher training records and files Collaborates with EHS Manager on researching, initiating, and promoting fleet safety projects Conducts DOT regulatory training to include driver qualification, hours-of-service, driver vehicle inspection reports, and drug/alcohol testing Conducts ride-alongs with poor performing drivers and instructs on safe driving behaviors Ensures all transportation employees operating CMVs are fully qualified and maintain driver qualification records in support of Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations (FMCSR) Conducts regular on-site vehicle safety inspection audits and driver record audits Exhibits high-level of integrity and commitment to maintaining confidential information Responds to emails, calls, or requests from internal customers and vendors in an acceptable timeframe Performs other related duties as assigned Minimum Qualifications Minimum of 5 years professional experience in DOT Compliance or equivalent experience (Bachelor's Degree in Occupational Health & Safety or related degree preferred) Complete "Certified Transportation Professional" certification (within 12 months of hire) OSHA 30-Hour (or within 60 days of hire - online is available*) Complete "Smith System Driving Instructor" course (within six months of hire) Complete Safety Trained Supervisor (STS) certified by ASSP (within two years of hire) Valid state motor vehicle operator's license Strong knowledge of FMCSR's requirements pertaining to driver qualification files, hour-of-service, drug/alcohol testing and vehicle maintenance Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general compliance reports, technical procedures, and/or government regulations Exceptional verbal, written, organizational, analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills to interact within all levels of the organization Strong organization, multi-tasking, follow-through, and time management skills Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite Bilingual preferred (English/Spanish) Physical Demands Physical demands with activity or condition for a considerable amount of time include sitting and typing/keyboarding using a computer (e.g., keyboard, mouse, and monitor) or adding machine Physical demands include a considerable amount of time walking, bending, reaching, standing, squatting, and stooping Additional hours may be required during October, November, and December and other peak periods 25% travel required EEO Statement Southern Glazer's Wine and Spirits, an Affluent Action/EEO employer, prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. 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