Safety Manager - Supply Chain - Cedar Rapids, IA

Who we are... 

Nordstrom is a specialty retailer offering the very best in fashion and customer service since 1901. We live by five simple values that guide how we work together day-to-day and how we deliver analytics & data science products. We are customer-obsessed, owners at heart, curious and ever-changing, we extend ourselves to our peers and our customers, and we’re here to win! 

Our Distribution Centers play a critical role in helping us maintain our reputation as a fashion and service leader and our centers serve as hubs from which the latest, most sought after merchandise is sent directly to our stores - and to our customers. When you join our team, you are welcomed into a team dedicated to supporting our salespeople, our stores and our customers. 

This Safety Manager will be responsible for leading the implementation of strategic safety processes and is responsible for building safety and prevention. 

Relocation Assistance: Relocation assistance is available for qualified candidates who meet eligibility requirements. Details will be provided during the offer stage.

A day in the life… 

• Works to achieve, maintain, monitor and report on all EHS performance metrics. 

• Assist in the development and maintenance of EHS- related site-specific written program and procedures. 

• Evaluate and investigate incident and accident trends. 

• Work with Engineering/Facilities teams in advance of new equipment and processes  

• Oversee the development and implementation of strategies, policies and procedures for the Safety Program to ensure a safe and healthful building.  

• Work with Engineering/Facilities teams in advance of new equipment and processes. 

• Oversee the development and implementation of strategies, policies and procedures for the Safety Program to ensure a safe and healthful building.  

• Inspect building on a regular basis to identify potential safety and health hazards including conducting environmental, health and safety audits of the facility. 

• Monitor and ensure compliance with all state/federal safety and fire laws. 

• Ensure the correct safety equipment and signage is on site, the necessary training is complete, and equipment is used properly throughout the building 

• Implementation of the Hazardous Waste Program including weekly inspections of storage areas, regulatory inspections, training, manifest record retention, overall oversight of the hazardous program. 

• Air Quality Monitoring, Noise Assessments, Battery Acid Spills, files regulatory reports in compliance with the local, state, and federal agencies 

• Tier II Reporting 

• Coordinate with 3rd party hazardous waste vendor 

• Monitor construction projects to ensure compliance  

• Supervise and manage EHS II safety leader, assigning, and directing work; evaluating employee performance. 

• Ensure facility remains in compliance with all regulatory requirements. 

• Plan and control budgeted EHS expenditures seeking ways to minimize spend without sacrificing effectiveness of EHS policies or programs. 

• Implement EHS audit at site identify and action plans gaps. 

• Support EHS network audits. 

You own this if you have… 

• Bachelor’s Degree 

• 7+ years’ experience in Safety or Occupational Safety and Health (required)  

• ASP certification or higher preferred 

• Experience working effectively as a team member by attentively listening to and sharing information with others to facilitate a cooperative work environment, specifically leading a team for safety in a warehouse environment. 

• Knowledge of Environmental 

• Knowledge of Hazardous Waste 

• Knowledge of Construction Regulations as stated in 29 CFR 1926 

• Strong organization, time management, and written communication skills 

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications 

• Competency in the basic use and application of safety instruments 

• The ability to work with little direction and resourceful with good problem-solving skills