At North Coast, we embrace what makes us unique. As a company with local roots and global reach, we excel at the diversity of our Associates and the different ways each of us contributes to our success. What keeps us at the forefront of progress? Our people. No matter where they work or who they are, we trust their individual skills and qualities and give them everything they need to reach their full potential.

Do you enjoy a good challenge? We aim to be the best and share our success with our team members, customers, suppliers, and shareholders. We are always looking to expand our teams to serve our customers and grow our business. Ready to join us?

We are looking for a SAFETY MANAGER.

Provide safety leadership, implement safety initiatives, and improve safety performance through training and interaction with all Associates to help ensure compliance with established corporate safety standards, policies, and procedures that align with local, state, and federal regulations.

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

• Develop and deliver safety training for all Associates and roles to reduce workplace injury: partner and coach, all Managers to support and reinforce a safe work environment and safe work practices
• Act as corporate point of contact for accident reporting. Assist with the investigation of accidents, associate injuries, incidents, and near misses to understand and recommend workplace safety improvements and partner closely with HR on workers compensation claims and Associate accidents when an injury occurs
• Provide guidance to North Coast’s safety committees and ensure regular meetings are held and documented.
• Conduct periodic safety inspections and audits of all North Coast locations to identify unsafe conditions or practices. Make recommendations and facilitate the implementation of effective measures to eliminate hazards and bring locations to safety compliance
• Actively participate as a Sonepar West Region Safety Team member
• Serve as a liaison between North Coast and Sonepar's Director of Safety to ensure adherence to corporate directives and initiatives
• Create strategies to improve TRIR, DART, and DAFW cases consistently
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of current and pending changes to local, state, and federal safety regulations and programs.

WHAT YOU WILL BRING:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent safety/compliance experience
• At least five years progressive safety and compliance experience
• Certification in OSHA or equivalent program preferred
• Working knowledge of FMSCA/DOT & OSHA
• Proficient use of MS Office applications; Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint
• Ability to interpret government regulations and to keep North Coast compliant
• Excellent written, verbal, and training/presentation skills
• Ability to work independently and interact collaboratively as part of a TEAM
• Ability to effectively work with, coach, and influence Managers and Associates to improve safety

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Office and Warehouse
• Frequent use of phone and computer
• Travel to other NC locations

WHAT WE OFFER: Competitive industry compensation and a generous benefits plan that includes: 

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Wellness Program, Health Advocate Program, Pre-tax Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401(k) plan with a very generous employer match
• Life Insurance and Accidental Death and Dismemberment coverage provided
• Opportunity to obtain additional life insurance coverage at a group discount for you and your family
• Short Term and Long-Term Disability insurance provided at no cost
• Educational Financial Assistance
• Vacation, Holidays, Personal/Sick Days, Jury Duty Bereavement Days
• Healthy Lifestyle Rewards Program, Employee Assistance Program, Discount Marketplace for purchase of health and wellness items
• Travel Accident Coverage, Emergency Travel Assistance

This job description is a general description of essential job responsibilities. It is not intended as an employment contract, nor is it intended to describe all tasks someone in this position may perform. North Coast Electric Company is an Equal Employment Opportunity-Affirmative Action Employer. All decisions about hiring, transfers, and promotions will be made regardless of gender, age, race, or any other protected classification.

EMPLOYMENT IS CONTINGENT ON A SUCCESSFUL PRE-EMPLOYMENT DRUG SCREEN.

EOE M/F/DISABILITY/VETERAN

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NORTH COAST ELECTRIC, A SONEPAR COMPANY – POWERED BY DIFFERENCE

Required Skills Required Experience

• Excellent organizational, written and verbal communications and strong interpersonal skills
• Communicate effectively with staff, patients, guarantors, insurance companies, and physicians
• Demonstrates attention to detail
• Good English speaking, spelling, reading and mathematical skills required.  
• Must possess excellent telephone etiquette, and customer service skills
• Proficient computer skills and knowledge in Word, Excel, Outlook and ability to maneuver through multiple screens in a timely manner
• Ability to sort & file material correctly by alphabetic or numeric systems; computer data entry skills; ability to work effectively in fast-paced situations & tight deadlines
• Ability to stay on task in a fast and high pressured environment
• Strict adherence to all HIPAA laws
• Strong commitment to customer service with demonstrated ability to create a positive patient experience
• Demonstrates the ability to work well independently, as well as part of a team