Safety Manager

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Job Type

Full-time

Description

Join the Umpqua Indian Development Corporation (UIDC) family!

About UIDC: UIDC is a federally chartered corporation and the business division of the Cow Creek Band of Umpqua Tribe of Indians. The Tribe operates several businesses - creating jobs and job training opportunities for tribal members and the communities in which they serve.

Why Work for UIDC: As an applicant of UIDC, you have the ability to work for a diverse array of employment opportunities. Working for UIDC allows you to be part of something special. You get to work for an employer who encourages Team Members to succeed and grow by providing training, development and advancement opportunities. We also offer a competitive salary and benefits package, including:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and Rx coverage

• Paid Time Off

• Employer-paid life and disability plans

• 401k with up to 3.5% employer match

• Fuel discounts

• Free meals

POSITION PURPOSE:

The Safety Manager is responsible for implementing the organization's Safety Program. Works with personnel throughout the organization to maintain a safe and healthy work environment for all of Umpqua Indian Development Corporation companies. Conducts periodic on-site facility audits and inspections to check for compliance with Federal Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) guidelines, and Tribal Law, & Ordinance Codes. Investigates the root causes of accidents and prepares reports with the findings and works closely on hazard mitigation.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Continue to develop and manage the Safety Program.

• Identify and implement policy requirements and enhancements.

• Conduct safety inspections and audits throughout all of UIDC's properties.

• Conduct food safety inspections of food outlets.

• Mentors management teams to minimize employee and customer injuries.

• Required to fully comply with Tribal Worker' Compensation Codes and Tribal Ordinances, UIDC rules and regulations for the safe and efficient operations of all properties.

• Initiates Workers Compensation claims process, tracks costs associated with them monthly.

• Manages general liability, property claims and initiates damages claims from outside guest incidents.

• Provides a working knowledge of lock-out tag out and the de-energization of that equipment.

• Provides and/or facilitates safety and health training.

• Maintains Safety Data Sheets for all businesses and keeps them updated in Velocity EHS software.

• Prepares and administers safety training for powered industrial trucks.

• Administrator for drivers program for all businesses.

• Coordinates Blood Borne Pathogens training and protection for all team members.

• Coordinates all OSHA Annual Safety Trainings and refreshes when applicable.

• Mitigates program for workplace respiratory safety program. Perform fit tests for team members.

• Serves as Safety Committee chairperson, plans for meeting materials monthly.

• Coordinates Safety Committee offsite trainings to further the development of the Safety Committee.

• Provides recommendations for the Safety budget.

• Establishes contact with guests, to resolve health and safety complaints.

• Coordinates light duty assignments in relation to Workers' Compensation claims.

• Liaison with regulatory agencies.

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS:

• 3-5 years Safety management/coordination experience.

• Bachelor's degree in health and safety, Industrial Hygiene, or related field preferred. May be substituted for years of experience.

• Food Handlers License required.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Computer literate, able to use Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and various software training programs.

• Ability to conduct workplace ergonomic assessments.

• Knowledge of OSHA standards and applications.

• Knowledge of hazard communications and Personal Protective Equipment guidelines.

• Knowledge of Federal SDS record keeping requirements.

• Knowledge and skill in the use of friction devices to measure surfaces in facilities.

• Knowledge of, or ability to learn Electrical Safety and Codes associated with facilities.

• Knowledge of, or ability to learn local fire codes, standpipe, sprinkler and interior fire alarm systems.

• Knowledge of, or ability to learn workplace respiratory safety program - able to become fit test trained.

• Knowledge of, or ability to learn food service applications for food outlets.

• Knowledge of, or ability to learn Powered Industrial Truck programs and facilitate training.

• Ability to perform duties in confined spaces.

• Current and valid driver's license with the ability to qualify for the UIDC's Drivers Program.

• Must have the ability to obtain a Class III Gaming License.

Salary Description

$65,000-$80,000/year