Who We Are
Building Products Inc. (BPI) is an independently owned wholesale distributor of building materials and millwork serving the Upper Midwest for over 50 years. Headquartered in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, with multiple locations across the region, we supply building material dealers with the products, support, and reliability they need to serve their customers. Our business is built on leadership, integrity, accountability, and teamwork.
Position Overview
BPI is seeking a Safety and Compliance Supervisor to lead and promote workplace safety throughout Building Products Inc. In this role you will focus on fleet safety management, DOT compliance, warehouse and millwork safety, and workers' compensation management. Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer, this position partners Operations, Human Resources, branch leadership, and employees to reduce risk, ensure regulatory compliance, investigate incidents, provide training, and promote a culture of safety across the organization.
Key Responsibilities
Safety and Compliance
Lead company-wide safety initiatives and promote a culture of safety throughout the organization.
Ensure compliance with OSHA, DOT, FMCSA, and company safety policies and procedures.
Conduct routine safety audits, inspections, and facility assessments.
Identify workplace hazards and recommend corrective actions to reduce risk.
Maintain safety records, regulatory documentation, and compliance reporting.
Assist in the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of company safety programs.
Fleet Safety Management and DOT compliance
Maintain driver qualification files and DOT compliance records.
Monitor driver eligibility, MVR reviews, Hours of Service, and regulatory requirements.
Coordinate drug and alcohol testing programs.
Conduct fleet safety audits and investigate vehicle accidents.
Oversee fleet safety initiatives, including preventative maintenance, vehicle compliance, leasing support, and vendor coordination.
Partner with Operations leadership to improve driver safety performance and reduce preventable accidents.
Warehouse and Millwork Safety
Conduct warehouse and millwork safety inspections.
Oversee forklift certification and recertification programs.
Ensure compliance with lockout/tagout, machine guarding, PPE, and equipment safety requirements.
Partner with supervisors to identify workplace hazards and promote safe work practices.
Support employee engagement in company safety initiatives.
Worker's Compensation and Injury Management
Serve as the primary safety contact for workplace injury reporting and investigations.
Conduct accident investigations and root cause analysis.
Partner with Human Resources, managers, employees, and insurance carriers to manage workers' compensation claims.
Monitor injury trends and recommend preventative measures to reduce workplace injuries and claim costs.
Maintain OSHA logs and injury-related documentation.
Training and Employee Development
Conduct new hire safety orientation and ongoing employee safety training.
Develop and facilitate safety training programs, toolbox talks, and safety communications.
Coach employees and supervisors on safe work practices and regulatory compliance.
Maintain training records and required compliance documentation.
Corrective Action Support
Investigate safety violations, workplace incidents, accidents, and near-miss events to determine root causes.
Partner with management and Human Resources regarding appropriate corrective actions related to safety policy violations and unsafe work practices.
Partner with management and Human Resources to develop safety-related corrective action plans.
Monitor completion of corrective actions and provide follow-up recommendations.
Competencies
To perform this position successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:
Safety Leadership
Communication
Problem Solving
Attention to Detail
Training and Development
Relationship Building
Organizational Skills
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