Casella Waste Systems, Inc.

Safety Manager - East

Casella Waste Systems, Inc.  •  $93k - $122k/yr  •  Auburn, MA (Onsite)  •  2 hours ago
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Job Description

Position Summary

The Safety Manager is responsible for coordinating efforts with Operations and Maintenance to implement and continuously improve proactive safety programs and training ensuring compliance of all federal, state and company policies across our Massachusetts, Connecticut and New Hampshire market.

Hiring Range: $92,700 to $121,700 per year

Key Responsibilities

  • Acts as a safety resource to market employees, site managers and supervisors as well as regional managers.
  • Performs internal inspections, paperwork and facility, and reports results to the management team with a plan to follow up on each action item.
  • Coordinates with Operations and Maintenance safety training for all Casella personnel at all levels within the market.
  • Responds, investigates and assists the market’s managers and supervisors with accidents and injuries i.e. ensures an effective incident management program.
  • Participates in site safety meetings, truck inspections, employee recognition celebrations and similar site events with Operations and Maintenance teams.
  • Develops and maintains job safety assessments with Operations and Maintenance identifying at risk behaviors and conditions.
  • Develops an annual personal growth program in conjunction with the Regional Safety Manager.
  • Participates in training and other learning opportunities to expand knowledge of the company, products, sales, and services and performs any other duties needed to help drive our vision, fulfill our mission, and/or abide by our core values.

Education, Experience & Qualifications

The successful candidate will have an Associate degree, 5-7 years of safety management experience with a focus on OSHA and FMCSA regulations, a valid driver’s license, a clean driving record, and be legally eligible to work in the US. An ability to travel regionally and nationally occasionally for extended periods of time is needed. A bachelor’s degree and experience or interest in an environmental and/or sustainability field is preferred. An ability to pass pre-employment testing is necessary. The physical ability to handle objects 50-75 lbs. frequently, walk, stand, climb and work under many different weather conditions are needed.

Excellent communication and problem-solving skills, an ability to develop, implement and train employees in safe workplace practices, and a strong commitment to workplace safety are required. Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, online research skills, and a demonstrated ability to work as part of a team in a collaborative environment are expected.

Attributes

Self-directed and customer-focused individual who is proactive, committed to safety, able to motivate others, and can see the larger picture while focusing on detailed information.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life & Disability Insurance, Maternity & Parental Leave, Flexible Spending Accounts, Discounted Stock Program, 401K, Employee Awards, Employee Assistance Plan, Wellness Incentive, Tuition Assistance, Career Pathways, and More.

Casella Waste Systems, Inc.

About Casella Waste Systems, Inc.

Casella, headquartered in Rutland, Vermont, is one of the largest recyclers and most experienced fully integrated resource management companies in the Eastern United States. Founded in 1975 as a single-truck collection service, Casella employs approximately 4,000 people. We have grown our operations to include over 150 owned and/or operated facilities spanning from Maine to Maryland, delivering services to residential, commercial, municipal, industrial, and institutional customers. We service over one million customers in our operating footprint, including curbside collection service to over 800,000 households, and provide professional resource management services to over 10,000 customer locations across 44 states. In addition, we serve as the largest recycler in the Eastern United States, recovering 1MM+ tons of recyclables and nearly 400,000 tons of organic residuals each year. Today, with a clear strategy to serve our customers with integrated services, we continue to lead the solid waste industry with an innovative business model that seeks to create sustainable value beyond the traditional waste disposal model.

Industry
Consulting & Advisory
Company Size
1,001-5,000 employees
Headquarters
Rutland, Vermont
Year Founded
1975
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