Corporate Safety Specialist

At Kenco Logistics, you’re more than just a team member—you’re part of a company that values innovation, integrity, and a strong commitment to its people. As one of the leading 3PL providers in the U.S., Kenco offers a dynamic and supportive work environment where your ideas matter and your growth is a priority. With a focus on safety, sustainability, and continuous improvement, Kenco empowers employees to make a real impact in the supply chain industry while building rewarding careers. Join a company where your contributions help move the world forward—one shipment at a time.

Under direct supervision of the Manager, Security & Risk Management: Provides operational support for security & safety operations.
Assists with the development and cost-effective implementation of global programs that identify, characterize and mitigate risk.
Responsible for the development, implementation, and management of employee security & safety programs.
Conducts facility security and safety risk assessments and Root Cause Analysis security and safety investigations. Recommends appropriate corrective actions.

• Coordinates efforts in identifying, developing, implementing, and maintaining security and safety processes, practices, and policies that identify and mitigate risk to company personnel, assets, facilities, inventory, information and other items or subjects deemed valuable.
• Analyze safety performance metrics (e.g., recordables, near misses, corrective actions) to identify trends and recommend improvements. 
• Develops and maintains a strong working relationship with Senior Management, including Vice Presidents, Directors, Facility General Managers, as well as other members of management.  
• Participate in safety initiatives, special projects, and cross-functional teams (e.g., Tiger Teams, focus reviews).  
• Creates and conducts security and safety related training programs.  
• Leads and assists in implementation of injury reduction efforts and promotes “Zero Injury Culture” initiatives and programs. 
• Responds to security and safety incidents.  Leads, conducts or participates in Root Cause Analysis security and safety investigations. Recommends appropriate corrective actions.  
• Creates detailed and accurate reports. Researches and responds to inquiries. 
• Resolves or assists in the resolution of policy-related or procedural problems and/or inquiries.  
• Conduct site audits, inspections, and risk assessments; track and drive corrective actions to closure. 
• Maintains understanding and knowledge of current Federal, State and Company regulations and policies.   
• Informs organization of changes and assist in administering actions to maintain regulatory compliance. 

• Bachelor’s degree preferred but not required.  
• Five years safety and/or security experience required. 
• CPP, PSP, CSP, ASP certifications preferred. 

• Business Acumen - Knowledgeable in current and possible future policies, practices, trends, technology, and information affecting his/her business and organization. Strong knowledge of OSHA regulations and safety management systems.
• Communicate for Impact - Proactively communicate with all stakeholders throughout the life cycle of programs and projects. Data-driven mindset with ability to interpret and present safety metrics.
• Influencing Others - Can quickly find common ground and can solve problems for the good of the organization with a minimal amount of noise. Authentically gains trust and support of peers. 
• Managing Transitions / Change Management - Effectively plans, manages and communicates changes in processes with appropriate stakeholders. Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Strategic Agility - Enable Kenco to remain competitive by adjusting and adapting to innovative ideas necessary to support Kenco’s long-term organizational strategy. Ability to manage multiple sites and priorities in a fast-paced environment.

• This position is expected to travel approximately ​50% - 75%​. 
• A passport is not required, but recommended.​ 

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• The statements above are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this job. Other duties may be assigned as needed. The physical demands and work environment described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Kenco is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
• Per company policy, all internal job postings expire 14 days from the date they are posted.

Benefits offered:
 

• Medical insurance including HSA, HRA and FSA accounts

• Supplemental insurance including critical illness, hospital indemnity, accidental injury

• Dental Insurance

• Vision Insurance

• Basic Life and Supplemental Life

• Short Term and Long Term Disability

• Paid Parental Leave

• 401(k)

• Paid Time Off approximately 2  weeks (accrual begins on Day 1 of employment)

• Employer Paid Holidays- 10 days

Kenco strives to provide a supportive, professional environment for all employees. As a part of Kenco, we expect our team to uphold our three key pillars: be honest, serve, and get better. Each should strive for operational excellence, pursue innovation, and want to grow with our company.
 
Kenco Group is an Equal-Opportunity Employer. All employees and applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status or disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

For California residents – please enter or copy/paste the address below into your address bar to review an important notice regarding Kenco’s privacy policy.
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