Safety Manager

Our mission is to be a trusted workplace for team members to be their whole selves at work. A company that people love and positively impacts the lives of all whom we touch.be your best selfAt Interstate Batteries, you have the chance to be excellent at work and excellent at life. We know that professional success depends on personal wellbeing. That's why we want to enrich your life with the tools and services you need to succeed in every area of your life. Join us!The primary responsibility of this role is to provide leadership and support for all safety related functions across the Interstate Batteries system. The major area of focus is managing a team of EHS Specialists in providing a full range of safety support to all Interstate locations. Responsibilities Provide leadership, mentoring and performance management for a team of 4 EHS SpecialistsContribute to the development of strategic EHS prioritiesDevelop and manage tactical initiatives to achieve strategic priorities. Effectively assign projects to the EHS specialists and manage their performance against established goalsManage the Safety Champion Program to increase team member safety engagementManage the EHS Training Program and meet all development, delivery, implementation and improvement targetsManage the Safety Policy/Procedure Process and meet all development, implementation and review targetsDevelop and manage the Industrial Hygiene Monitoring Program including managing contract sampling providers and analytical laboratories and training the EHS Specialists in the use and maintenance of various monitoring equipmentManage the EHS auditing and inspection Program and meet all improvement targetsDevelop and manage the Significant Injury and Fatality (SIF) Prevention ProgramDevelop and manage the Continuous Safety Improvement (CSI) Program including all Kaizen projectsStay current with new and emerging safety innovations, products and services and discuss them with the EHS DirectorMonitor and research safety regulatory changes and make appropriate adjustments to programs, policies and proceduresDevelop and manage the EHS Information System (EHSIS) including monitoring of safety metrics and trends and recommendation of pro-active responsesManage the Incident Investigation & Prevention Program to produce significant reductions in incident frequency, severity and associated lossesBuild relationships with field leaders and influence commitment to safety culture improvementProvide competent Subject Matter Expertise on all safety issuesInteract with regulatory Safety and Health agencies: contact agencies to clarify regulations, assist with onsite regulatory inspections, assist with responses to agency recommendations/ violations/citations and involve the EHS Director and legal department as appropriateEducationBachelor’s degree from an accredited college/university required. Major in Occupational Safety or a related field preferredCertified Safety Professional (CSP) certification or the ability to become certified is preferredExperience3-5 years of experience as a safety professional requiredExperience as a people leader preferredProven track record of continuous program improvementsDemonstrated commitment to continual learning and education\SkillsProficiency in Microsoft office applications to include PowerPoint, Word and ExcelAbility to influence managers, business partners and key stakeholders across all levels of the organizationExcellent verbal and written communication skills. Comfortable presenting to large audiences and in one-on-one meetings with senior managersAbility to grow and develop team membersTechnical and regulatory knowledge including OSHA, EPA, DOT and consensus standards. Open to input from others. A good team player and an SME in SafetyExceptional time, project management, and organizational skills with attention to detailA team player but also a strong individual contributor with the drive and tenacity that requires little supervisionDemonstrates initiative and drive for resultsNote: We do not accept resumes from headhunters, placement agencies, or other suppliers that have not signed a formal agreement with us.Interstate Batteries provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Interstate Batteries complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.Interstate Batteries expressly prohibits unlawful discrimination on the basis of age, race, color, religion, creed, sex, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, medical condition, genetic information, national origin, ancestry, disability (mental and physical), marital status, military status, veteran status, citizenship or any other characteristic protected under applicable local, state or federal law.SummaryLocation: US-TX-DallasType: Full time