Manager, She&S

See yourself at Odyssey.

Join the team as our new SHE&S Manager!

Who We Are & Why We're Hiring

Odyssey Logistics & Technology Corporation (Odyssey) is a global logistics provider. Our adaptive approach to solving modern logistics challenges differentiates us in the markets we serve. Odyssey Logistics & Technology's specialized multimodal expertise is the strategic foundation that provides clients with a full-service offering across our four operating divisions including intermodal, freight forwarding, transport & warehousing, and managed services.

Odyssey's multimodal services offer cost-effective, end-to-end freight solutions equipped to deliver on evolving customer requirements.  Combined, Odyssey delivers innovative, high-value logistics services & technology solutions to support diverse customer requirements. In addition to being certified by the American Chemistry Council as a Responsible Care partner company we consistently exceed customer expectations by integrating analytics, carrier relationships, specialized assets, sustainability strategies and deep international expertise. Our unique approach ensures that customer shipments keep moving at full speed, even in the face of ever-changing market headwinds.

Based in vibrant Chicago, IL Odyssey is on a journey to constantly innovate logistics. We're actively recruiting for this key, high profile role in the company because we have experienced tremendous growth and would love for you to join us!

Visit us at: www.OdysseyLogistics.com/careers

About the Job:

The Manager, SHE&S will have responsibility for overseeing safety programs, policies, and practices in their assigned facilities.  This includes ensuring all employees follow established SHE&S regulations to ensure a safe workplace.  They will monitor the facilities for potential hazards, implement safety protocols and deliver SHE&S related training.  They will also investigate accidents, injuries and other SHE&S related incidents and work with the SHE&S team and facility management to develop and implement corrective action plans.  This person will be required to have a working knowledge of SHE&S regulatory bodies including OSHA, DOT, FMCSA, EPA and other SHE&S local related agencies.

In This Role, You Will:

• Support the Company's SHE&S commitment and initiatives by identifying, communicating, and addressing site and fleet risks.
• Maintain a working knowledge and ensure compliance with federal, state, and local government regulations to include, but not limited to: OSHA, DOT, FMCSA, and EPA.
• Ensure all site personnel and drivers maintain compliance with federal, state, and local SHE&S and DOT regulations including but not limited to site safety, drug and alcohol testing, HOS, Driver file maintenance, MVR monitoring, DOT physicals, and Clearinghouse queries.
• Conduct safety related training and retraining as necessary and perform continuous auditing and inspections to foster safety success. In conjunction with the SHE&S Director, develop corrective actions to address any deficiency. 
• Track corrective actions to completion.
• Conduct site safety assessments.
• Develop Job Safety Assessments including potential hazards and protective measures.
• In conjunction with the SHE&S Director, investigate accidents, injuries and significant events and perform root cause analysis.
• Report and communicate to SHE&S Director as required.
• Participate in regulatory compliance investigations as requested.
• Create a positive safety culture for team members by handling SHE&S and DOT related activities in a collaborative manner.
• Develop and provide daily, weekly, monthly standard and ad hoc reports as necessary.
• Plan and execute events, safety meetings, accident review meetings, and safety celebrations.
• All other duties and projects as assigned.

Qualifications

We recognize not all applicants have every skill or qualification to match a job description exactly. Odyssey values diverse experiences in other industries, and we encourage everyone who meets most required qualifications to apply. While having "desired" qualifications make for a strong candidate, we encourage applicants with alternative experiences to also apply. We are always looking for people who will bring something new to the table.

Required:

• Minimum of 5 + years' experience in transportation and logistics within a Safety and Operations position.
• A degree in Operations Management, Safety Management, or Business Management is preferred.
• Experience working in a warehouse and logistics environment within a SHE&S related role is preferred.
• Working knowledge of OSHA, DOT, FMCSA, and EPA rules and regulations.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities at any given time.
• Flexibility to be on call in response to the needs of the business.
• Ability to analyze, define, diagnose, and resolve problems based on sound logic and rationale.
• Ability to interact cooperatively and collaboratively with others as a team, including those holding divergent and/or opposing views and goals.
• Ability to work in a team and/or without direct supervision.
• Strong organizational skills and time management.

Location: This is an in-office role in Chicago, IL.

Travel: Up to 50% travel required. 

We offer a generous compensation and benefits package including:

• Choice of medical plans with FSA, HRA and HSA options
• Company-paid dental and life/disability Plans
• 401K with company match
• Preferred vendor discounts
• Competitive Paid Time Off

No relocation allowance will be considered unless specifically addressed. All applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States.

Odyssey is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified Applicants are considered for positions and are evaluated without regard to mental or physical disability, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other classification protected under applicable Federal, State or Local law.