The Manager Safety Compliance leads company-wide safety and regulatory compliance efforts by developing, implementing, and maintaining programs supporting OSHA, DOT, EPA, NFPA, and applicable federal, state, and local requirements. This position also oversees driving eligibility, substance abuse programs, and fleet safety initiatives. The Manager partners with Human Resources, Legal, Risk Management, and Distribution and Store Operations to reduce organizational risk, strengthen regulatory compliance, improve workplace and fleet safety, support regulatory inspections and investigations, and promote a proactive safety culture throughout the organization.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Develop and maintain company-wide safety compliance programs supporting OSHA, DOT, EPA, and other applicable federal and state regulations.
Oversee driving eligibility, substance abuse programs, and fleet safety initiatives to support company policy, regulatory compliance, and risk reduction.
Monitor regulatory changes and communicate compliance requirements to leadership.
Conduct compliance audits, safety assessments, and program reviews.
Identify compliance deficiencies and oversee corrective action plans.
Coordinate responses to OSHA, EPA, DOT, and other regulatory inspections, investigations, citations, and requests for information.
Maintain corporate safety policies, procedures, standards, and guidance documents.
Review incident investigations and verify corrective actions.
Analyze injury, motor vehicle accident, audit, and compliance data to identify trends and recommend improvements.
Support the environmental compliance team, including hazardous waste, hazardous materials, spill prevention, and reporting.
Partner with field leadership to improve safety performance and strengthen compliance.
Support company-wide safety, fleet safety, and injury prevention initiatives.
Serve as a company subject matter expert on occupational safety, regulatory compliance, driving eligibility, substance abuse programs, and fleet safety.
Prepare reports and presentations for leadership.
Travel to company locations for assessments, investigations, and training.
Maintain current knowledge of regulatory requirements and industry best practices.
SKILLS/EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE
REQUIRED
Bachelor's degree in Occupational Safety, Environmental Health, Industrial Hygiene, Risk Management, Engineering, or related field; or equivalent experience.
5+ years of occupational safety, environmental, or regulatory compliance experience.
Thorough knowledge of OSHA regulations, general industry safety standards, and applicable NFPA codes and standards.
Working knowledge of DOT and EPA regulations.
Experience conducting audits, investigations, and inspections.
Strong communication, analytical, organizational, and project management skills.
Ability to interpret regulatory changes and translate requirements into practical guidance and training for field safety team members.
Proficient with Microsoft Office and safety management software.
Ability to travel as business needs require. 10-20%
DESIRED
Certified Safety Professional (CSP), ASP, or similar certification.
Experience supporting multi-site retail, distribution, manufacturing, or transportation operations.
Experience responding to regulatory agency inspections and citations.
Experience with business intelligence and safety reporting systems.
O’Reilly Auto Parts has a proven track record of growth and stability. O’Reilly is full of successful career stories and believes in a strong promote-from-within philosophy, encouraging you to grow your career along with the organization.
Total Compensation Package:
Competitive Wages & Paid Time Off
Stock Purchase Plan & 401k with Employer Contributions Starting Day One
Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance with Optional Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Team Member Health/Wellbeing Programs
Tuition Educational Assistance Programs
Opportunities for Career Growth
O’Reilly Auto Parts is an equal opportunity employer. The Company does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin or ancestry (including immigration status or citizenship), sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation, and related medical conditions,) age (40 and over), veteran status, uniformed service member status, physical or mental disability, genetic information (including testing or characteristics) or another protected status as defined by local, state, or federal law, as applicable.
Qualified individuals with a disability may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application or employment process, please send an email to: [email protected] or call (800) 471-7431 option , and provide your requested accommodation, and position details.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Occupational Safety, Environmental Health, Industrial Hygiene, Risk Management, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience
- 5+ years of occupational safety, environmental, or regulatory compliance experience
- Thorough knowledge of OSHA regulations, general industry safety standards, and applicable NFPA codes and standards
- Working knowledge of DOT and EPA regulations
- Experience conducting audits, investigations, and inspections
- Strong communication, analytical, organizational, and project management skills
- Ability to interpret regulatory changes and translate requirements into practical guidance and training
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and safety management software
- Ability to travel as business needs require, approximately 10% to 20%
- Certified Safety Professional, Associate Safety Professional, or similar certification
- Experience supporting multi-site retail, distribution, manufacturing, or transportation operations
- Experience responding to regulatory agency inspections and citations
- Experience with business intelligence and safety reporting systems
O’Reilly Auto Parts Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Equity Value & Accessibility — Equity-style upside is strengthened by an Employee Stock Purchase Plan that allows eligible full-time team members to buy ORLY shares via payroll deductions at a discount, improving access to ownership. This creates a tangible wealth-building lever that is positioned as stronger than many retail peers’ stock purchase offerings.
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Inclusive Benefits Coverage — Retirement access is broadened because both part-time and full-time team members are immediately eligible to enroll in the 401(k). Whole-person support also extends beyond full-time staff through O’Care Solutions, which is described as available to full- and part-time team members at no cost.
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Wellness and support benefits are expanded through the Live Life Well program, which can reduce medical premium share when specific health criteria are met. O’Care Solutions adds lifestyle and wellbeing coverage through counseling and practical supports like legal/financial consults and caregiving resources.
O’Reilly Auto Parts Insights
What We Do
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