Health & Safety Program Manager

Join Flexport as a Health & Safety Program Manager

About Flexport:

At Flexport, we believe global trade can move the human race forward. That’s why it’s our mission to make global commerce so easy there will be more of it. We’re shaping the future of a $10T industry with solutions powered by innovative technology and exceptional people. Today, companies of all sizes—from emerging brands to Fortune 500s—use Flexport technology to move more than $19B of merchandise across 112 countries a year.

The recent global supply chain crisis has put Flexport center stage as we continue to play a pivotal role in how goods move around the world. We are proud to have the support of the best investors in the game who believe in our mission, solutions and people. Ready to tackle global challenges that impact business, society, and the environment? Come join us.

The Opportunity:

Join Flexport's Compliance team as a Health & Safety Manager, a pivotal role for an experienced professional with deep expertise in warehouse safety, regulatory compliance, and health hazard mitigation. You will be a subject matter expert and the "source of truth" for all warehouse and office safety programs across our fulfillment locations. This role requires a leader who can manage both on-site and remote safety initiatives, providing practical and creative solutions to complex safety challenges.

You will:

Program & Project Management

• Serve as the subject matter expert and the "source of truth" for the team and associates across all warehouse safety and health programs.
• Develop, implement, and manage comprehensive safety programs and policies from the ground up, including documentation, training, and auditing.
• Identify programs that need to be built or improved and design special projects to meet departmental and company objectives.
• Provide practical, creative solutions to complex safety problems, empowering internal and external teams to meet all regulatory requirements.
• Ensure all safety training material is current and accurate, and provide training for associates and managers on regulatory requirements and best practices.

Incident Reporting, Investigation & Mitigation

• Oversee all incident reporting, investigation, and root cause analysis for all warehouse locations.
• Maintain meticulous safety logs and records in accordance with federal, state, and local regulations.
• Lead investigations into incidents and near-misses, identifying trends and developing proactive mitigation strategies to prevent future occurrences.
• Implement and manage programs for health hazard mitigation and ergonomics to ensure a safe working environment.

Auditing & Process Improvement

• Conduct and manage regular regulatory audits to ensure compliance with all OSHA requirements and other safety standards.
• Continuously work to identify and improve safety processes to enhance efficiency and effectiveness across all locations.
• Design and implement administrative systems to ensure proper record retention across all safety programs.

You should have:

• Experience

  • 7+ years of experience in warehouse or logistics safety management, with a heavy focus on OSHA compliance.
  • Proven experience designing and managing complex cross-functional safety programs.
  • Experience in a multi-site management role, including a mix of on-site and remote oversight.
  • Demonstrated experience in incident investigation and reporting, with a strong ability to conduct root cause analysis.
  • A proven track record of developing and delivering effective safety training programs.

• Skills & Qualities

  • Deep knowledge of federal, state, and local safety regulations, with a mastery of OSHA requirements.
  • Superior organizational skills with a methodical approach and next-level attention to detail.
  • Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
  • A "can-do attitude" and the courage to challenge the status quo to "see something broken? Fix it!".

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