Director of Safety, Smart & Final Stores

SUMMARY

The Safety Director is responsible for developing, implementing, and managing safety programs across all store locations to ensure a safe environment for employees, customers, and vendors. This role ensures compliance with federal, state, and local safety regulations, reduces workplace incidents, and fosters a culture of safety throughout the organization.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

1. Safety Program Development & Management

• Develop, implement, and maintain company-wide safety policies, procedures, and training programs.
• Develop, review, and update standard operating procedures related to safety.
• Develop safety programs for stores, and the Store Support Center.
• Monitor the progress of all safety programs and implement improvements to ensure effectiveness.
• Drive department resources toward opportunities identified through reporting and data analysis.

2. Training, Education & Communication

• Oversee coordination and documentation of safety training programs.
• Attend store meetings to educate associates on safe work practices.
• Promote adherence to all company policies and procedures to keep associates and customers safe.
• Focus on safe work practices at retail locations and offices.

3. Safety Audits, Inspections & Performance Tracking

• Calibrate safety audit scoring with field safety specialists (managers?) quarterly.
• Oversee and coordinate safety audits and inspections across all store locations and offices.
• Evaluate and audit programs and policies for certification to safety standards, implementing corrective actions based on results.
• Track and report audit results to senior management.
• Track and analyze safety performance metrics and present findings to senior leadership.
• Monitor Worker Compensation/General Liability incident rates.

4. Incident Investigation & Risk Management

• Investigate accidents, incidents, equipment failures, and near-misses; perform root-cause analysis and recommend corrective actions.
• Work with Loss Prevention, Human Resources, and Legal to investigate safety violations and ensure appropriate follow-up.

5. Regulatory Compliance & Government Interaction

• Ensure compliance with OSHA and other applicable regulations.
• Point of contact with OSHA and other government agencies on compliance issues.
• Stay current on industry best practices, regulatory changes, and emerging safety technologies.
• Monitor new developments, trends, and best practices through safety and retail industry organizations and provide updates as needed.

6. Emergency Preparedness & Response

• Lead emergency preparedness planning, including fire drills, evacuation procedures, and crisis response.

7. Equipment & Resource Management

• Oversee proper procurement, maintenance, and acquisition of all safety-related equipment.

8. Collaboration & Cross-Department Leadership

• Collaborate with safety specialists / managers, store managers and department leads to address safety concerns and implement improvements.
• Promote a culture of safety across stores and offices.