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You will be updated with latest job alerts via emailUSD 75000 - 85000
1 Vacancy
Mission:The mission of The Chefs Warehouse is to provide the worlds greatest ingredients to the worlds best chefs.
Our C.H.E.F.S. Values:
Curious & Creative
Hungry For Food & Results
Entrepreneurial
Forward Thinking & Flexible
Supportive (Of Peers & Chefs)
Position Summary:
The Warehouse Safety Specialist at Chefs Warehouse will play a pivotal role in fostering a safe and compliant work environment across our warehouse locations in San Francisco Los Angeles and Petaluma. This position is ideal for a dynamic leader with strong communication skills and a passion for promoting workplace safety.
The Safety Specialist will be responsible for developing implementing and continuously improving safety policies procedures and programs that align with local state and federal regulations. They will lead safety training initiatives conduct risk assessments and collaborate with department leads to cultivate a proactive safety culture.
While prior safety management experience is a plus Chefs Warehouse values strong leadership problemsolving abilities and a commitment to learning. We will provide full support for obtaining safety certifications and developing expertise in regulatory compliance.
This role requires a handson solutionsdriven leader who can effectively engage employees manage safety programs and respond decisively to workplace incidents ensuring a secure and productive environment for all team members.
What Youll Do:
Safety Program Development and Implementation
Develop enforce and continuously improve safety policies protocols and procedures across all California warehouses.
Ensure compliance with OSHA and all relevant safety regulations.
Conduct routine safety audits and inspections addressing any safety concerns promptly.
Training and Development
Organize coordinate and deliver safety training sessions for all employees including new hire orientation and ongoing safety education.
Promote proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE) and adherence to safe workplace practices.
Risk Assessment and Hazard Control
Conduct comprehensive risk assessments and hazard analyses to identify and mitigate potential safety risks.
Develop and implement preventative safety measures to minimize workplace incidents and claims.
Incident Response and Investigation
Lead immediate response efforts to workplace accidents injuries and nearmiss incidents.
Investigate safety incidents thoroughly document findings and recommend corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
Compliance and RecordKeeping
Maintain accurate safety records including incident reports training records and compliance documentation.
Stay uptodate on evolving safety standards and regulations ensuring continued compliance.
Emergency Preparedness
Develop implement and regularly test emergency response plans and procedures.
Train employees on emergency protocols including fire safety evacuation routes and first aid.
About You:
35 years of experience in safety operations or a related field preferred. Relevant operational experience in warehouse environments will be considered.
Strong leadership problemsolving and organizational skills.
Ability to learn and adapt to safety regulations and standards (OSHA knowledge is a plus).
Chefs Warehouse will provide full support for obtaining required safety certifications.
Exceptional communication and training skills to engage all levels of the organization.
Preferred certifications: Certified Safety Professional (CSP) or Occupational Health and Safety Technician (OHST).
Competencies:
Innovative problemsolving skills to support continuous safety improvements.
Ability to lead and inspire a culture of safety aligned with company values.
Strong organizational skills with attention to detail.
Calm and decisive under pressure especially during emergencies.
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The above job description is not an allinclusive list of duties and standards of the position. Incumbents will follow any other instructions and perform any other related duties as assigned by their supervisor.
Perks & Benefits:
The Chefs Warehouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate based on actual or perceived race creed color religion alienage or national origin ancestry citizenship status age disability or handicap sex marital status veteran status sexual orientationpregnancy gender identityor any other characteristic protected by applicable federal state or local also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with applicable federal state and local management team is dedicated to this policy with respect to recruitment hiring placement promotion transfer training compensation benefits employee activities and general treatment during are dedicated to building an inclusive and diverse workforce.
Required Experience:
Manager
Full-Time