SAFETY SPECIALIST

JOB DESCRIPTION

Implement, communicate and maintain AllSafe safety program, including, but not limited to training, safety awareness, ergonomics, behavior-based safety, job safety analyses, and safe workplace inspections. Demonstrate the company's core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion and safety.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Implement, track and perform safety compliance audits and conduct personal safety training programs, new safety coach position orientation, and behavior-based safety
• Conduct routine behavior-based safety inspections and propose appropriate corrective actions
• Maintain the AllSafe safety program and propose appropriate changes to standard operating procedures and safe work practices
• Assist store leaders in California Occupational Safety and Health Administration (Cal OSHA) visits and properly document and respond to all requests for information; review and oversee any necessary corrective actions put in place because of an Cal OSHA visit and citation
• Assist in implementing the AllSafe safety program at store level
• Act as a liaison during investigations conducted by Kroger Corporate Safety, CAL OSHA, and any other federal, state, or local safety agency
• Ensure annual safety modules are completed by appropriate associates at store and district levels
• Promote safety through personal work habits and interaction with all positions
• Demonstrate the ability to lead or facilitate store and cross-functional teams through implementation of continuous improvement projects
• Follow established programs, policies and practices to promote safe work practices that meet regulatory and company requirements
• Must be able to perform the essential job functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation

• High School Diploma or GED
• 2+ years store management experience
• Thorough knowledge of Cal OSHA standards and behavior-based safety concepts
• Ability to effectively communicate Cal OSHA/Behavioral Accident Prevention Process (BAPP) standards and concepts to all levels of the organization
• Ability to work independently or in groups

• Bachelor's Degree
• 2+ years of experience as an assistant store leader