Manager, Safety

Take your career further with McLane! McLane teammates, the driving force behind our success, are diverse professionals who work together seamlessly to keep our operations running smoothly. As a teammate, you will pair your dedication, expertise, and collaborative spirit with your fellow teammates to serve America’s most beloved brands. McLane leaders think long‑term, act with purpose, and inspire high performance. They lead with accountability, communicate clearly, and drive results through collaboration, innovation, and continuous growth. They empower each teammate to learn from industry leaders, develop their skills, and build lasting connections nationwide. The Safety Manager implements and provides oversight of the organization’s safety programs and policies that safeguard teammates in the McLane work environment. They ensure that facilities are in compliance with state and federal regulations. Benefits you can count on: Day 1 Benefits: medical, dental, and vision insurance, FSA/HSA, and company‑paid life insurance Paid time off begins day one. 401(k) Profit Sharing Plan after 90 days. Additional benefits: pet insurance, maternity/paternity leave, employee assistance programs, discount programs, tuition reimbursement program, and more! What you’ll do as a Safety Manager: Plan, organize and conduct periodic OSHA, DOT and EPA field reviews to ensure compliance with Federal, State and local rules and regulations. Assist Operations with outside agency inspections, correspondence and follow‑up to completion. Monitor progress of corrective measures taken. Interface with Operations and Staff leadership on the development and implementation of EH&S programs and best practices. Assist Operations in reading, interpreting and communicating applicable risk management related regulations, rules and industry standards. Assist Operations in reviewing and analyzing incidents (property damage/injuries/collisions) and corresponding investigation reports. Assist with the development and implementation of company‑wide EH&S training programs. Evaluate and recommend appropriate personal protective equipment, evaluate effectiveness and suggest upgrades where needed. Provide interface between Operations and various Federal/State and local agencies and Risk Management contractors (i.e. DOT, EPA, OSHA and Workers Compensation loss control representatives. Develop and maintain relationships with outside EH&S professionals/organizations via seminars, personal contacts, professional memberships, publications and continuing education in order to remain abreast of new developments in EH&S. Plan, organize and conduct risk assessments of the hazardous processes/conditions identified by Operations or during Risk Management field reviews. Advise appropriate methods of control or elimination of hazardous processes/conditions, including various available alternative measures. Monitor progress of corrective measures taken. Perform special projects as assigned. Qualifications you’ll bring as a Safety Manager: Have a high school diploma or equivalent; a bachelor’s degree in Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) or a related field is a plus. Have 5-7 years experience in EHS field. Knowledge of DOT a plus. Bilingual (Spanish) a plus. Knowledge of Microsoft Office and Internet. This position requires the ability to read, write, and understand English at a level sufficient to perform job-related tasks effectively and safely. This includes understanding work instructions, safety protocols, and communications essential to the role. The requirement is directly related to the nature of the job and ensures compliance with workplace safety and operational standards. Fit the following? We want you here! Teamwork oriented Organized Problem solver Detailed Our roadmap. Our story. We’ve been forging our path as a leader in the distribution industry since 1894. Building an expansive nationwide network of team members for 130+ years has allowed us to stay agile for our clients across the restaurant, retail, and e-commerce industries. We look to the future and are ready to continue making industry‑defining moves by embracing the newest technology into our practices, continuing team member training, and emphasizing our people‑centered culture. Candidates may be subject to a background check and drug screen, in accordance with applicable laws. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. For our complete EEO and Pay Transparency statement, please visit #J-18808-Ljbffr McLane Company, Inc