Safety & Compliance Director

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We are looking for you!

• Strong passion for fostering an environment of Diversity, Inclusion and Respect.

• Experience with developing, contributing, and supporting Airgas' commitment to a World Class Service, exceeding customer expectations and building brand loyalty.

• This role is a hybrid position.

Recruiter: Quentin Chavis Jr. / quentin.chavisjr@airgas.com / 346-459-4397

Job Description Summary: This position will report directly to the ANC Business President with dotted line reporting to the APG Division VP of Safety for alignment and support of Division goals and initiatives. They will also be responsible for overall Safety Performance, and Regulatory Compliance of the Airgas National Carbonation business unit and will lead a staff of 3 functional experts who provide front-line, field support. They will be expected to spend significant time in the field supporting drivers, technicians, and other elements of business operations

• Demonstrate Safety Leadership to lead Business initiatives & ensure ongoing Business priorities are met and safety KPIs achieved.

  • Identify trends and develop strategies as part of a Safety Improvement Plan.

  • Develop and execute annual audit plans. Identify any gaps in current processes and develop strategic plans to address them.

  • Intelex & Group incident reporting (injury / illness, motor vehicle, security, property damage, RSE, PSSI, etc) reporting with focus on accuracy and promptness.

  • Drive Division & SAFECOR resources to address business needs (Ex/ Driver Onboarding | IMS | Risk Management).

  • Lead monthly safety meetings including development and distribution of materials

• Collaborate and coordinate with other Business Safety & Compliance Managers, as well as Division resources, to identify emerging issues, and develop new performance improvement programs to achieve a high level of safety performance and regulatory compliance.

• Lead crisis management & Incident Investigation for injuries, motor vehicles, and all incidents.

  • Ensure corrective and preventative actions (CAPA) are identified, assigned, and driven to closure.

• Ensure a comprehensive Safety Management Program is in place and aligned with Division & SAFECOR initiatives

  • Direct oversight of the complete workplace safety program and structure.

    • MOC Process is followed. SOPs are comprehensive. Safety meetings are held. Training & materials provided on critical topics.

  • Team Support across reporting, record keeping, and follow up related to audit activity.

  • Assignment and tracking of annual safety performance goals.

  • Periodic participation in driver engagements.

  • Provide coaching to ABMs for addressing Lytx road safety events with drivers

  • Provide training for employees on a wide range of safety topics including, driver training,product hazards and handling, safe work practices, first aid, emergency response, regulatory compliance and other topics as required.

• Lead team of Safety & Compliance Managers including performance management and employee development.

• Represent ANC on CGA CO2 committee, and provide related training and guidance to safety and ops teams.

• Work with division resources to ensure every existing stand tank has a P&ID on file and completed risk assessment.

• Ensure every new installation follows the standard project management process with P&ID provided by SME and completed risk assessment.

• Work with fleet SME to review standard truck design. Seek to incorporate safety improvements identified by drivers in the field or in response to good catch, PSSI, or incident.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree from a four-year college, preferably in safety, engineering or a related technical field.

• 7-10 years of experience in several of the following disciplines: Worker's Compensation, EPA, OSHA, DOT, and General Employee safety.

• Supervisory experience including employee performance management.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Professional certification in Safety and Compliance (i.e. Certified Safety Professional) is a plus.

• Experience in the DuPont Stop Program, Smith System Defensive Driving Program and DriveCam are a plus

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Benefits

We care about and support all Airgas associates. This is evident not only through our competitive compensation but also through a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision plans, vacation, sick time, floating holidays, and paid holidays for full-time employees.

We provide a progressive parental leave package for our eligible Airgas parents, offering generous paid time off for the birth or placement of children.

Additionally, we offer our employees a 401k plan with company matching funds, tuition reimbursement, discounted college tuition for employees' dependents, and an Airgas Scholarship Program.

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Your DIFFERENCES enhance our PERFORMANCE

At Airgas, we are committed to building a workplace that embraces the diversity of our employees, our customers, patients, community stakeholders and cultures across the world.

We welcome and consider applications from all qualified applicants, regardless of their race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, disability or any other protected characteristic. We strongly believe a diverse organization opens up opportunities for people to express their talent, both individually and collectively and it helps foster our ability to innovate by living our fundamentals, acting for our success and creating an engaging environment in a changing world.

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About Airgas

Airgas, an Air Liquide company, is a leading U.S. supplier of industrial, medical and specialty gases, as well as hardgoods and related products; one of the largest U.S. suppliers of safety products; and a leading U.S. supplier of ammonia products and process chemicals. Through the passion and diversity of its 18,000 associates, Airgas fosters a culture of safety, customer success, sustainability and innovation. Airgas associates are empowered to share ideas, take initiative and make decisions.

Airgas is a subsidiary of Air Liquide, a world leader in gases, technologies and services for industry and healthcare. Present in 60 countries with approximately 66,500 employees, Air Liquide serves more than 4 million customers and patients.

Join us for a stimulating experience: At Airgas, you matter and so does the work you do. As a member of our team, you play an important role in the success of your team, making sure our products are created sustainably and delivered safely and efficiently. In turn, you'll find a welcoming workplace where you're valued for who you are and where you can fill your potential while growing a fulfilling career - whatever path you choose.

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Equal Employment Opportunity Information

We are an equal opportunity employer. We welcome all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.

Airgas, an Air Liquide Company is a Government contractor subject to the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974 and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973.

Airgas does not discriminate against qualified applicants with disabilities, and is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to the known disabilities of such individuals so as to ensure equal access to benefits and privileges of employment. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact us by email at us-accommodationrequest@airgas.com.

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