Founded in 1967, ImageFIRST® is the largest and only national linen rental and laundry service specializing in the healthcare market. Acquired by private equity firm Calera Capital in 2018, ImageFIRST serves medical facilities nationwide providing linen, patient gowns, scrubs, and more while managing their clients’ linen inventory for cost management. As leaders in infection prevention, they currently own and operate the most HLAC-accredited facilities in the industry. With one of the highest customer retention rates in the industry – 97% – ImageFIRST is dedicated to improving patient satisfaction and making staff happy with our white glove service!

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The Regional Safety Manager will support multiple plants in an assigned region by serving as the key resource for safety activity and improvement. The RSM will provide safety support and leadership guided by our Operating Principles and our Be Safe Value. The RSM is responsible for partnering with, and supporting, location General Managers and their teams, in safety improvement initiatives and reducing losses.    

Responsibilities:

• Support and lead plants in assigned region, striving for continuous improvement in Safety Metrics that meet or exceed industry benchmarks.
• Serve as a co-leader on Front Line Staff (FLS) Safety Roundtable.
• Partner with field support teams and location teams to facilitate key safety and health programs and initiatives at the plant level.
• Support the ImageFIRST fleet safety program to reduce vehicle incidents and damage.
• Proactively search, understand, and advise on all applicable regulatory standards and certification requirements, including but not limited to: OSHA, DOT, HLAC, etc.
• Foster a climate of inclusion to optimize Associate engagement in our safety culture.
• Analyze safety data and trends, both leading and lagging indicators, to drive a proactive approach to safety.
• Regular development of safety training for ImageFIRST University and promote safety and health professional development.
• Conduct regular site visits to provide on-site safety service to facility teams
• Frequent travel (> 50%) required

Measures

• Successful completion of assigned work and measurables, defined by Director of Safety
• Performance feedback from General Managers at supported locations
• Safety rates (TRIR, DART, Preventable Vehicle Incident Rate, CIR)

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Occupational Health and Safety, Environmental Science, Engineering, or a related field required. 
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in implementing and executing safety programs within an industrial related environment required. 
• Recognized safety certification (e.g., Certified Safety Professional (CSP)) or similar credentials strongly preferred. 
• Proficient in EHS software systems (internal and external) required. 
• Proficient in Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, and Power Point required. 
• Experience interacting and effectively communicating with personnel at all levels. 
• Ability to develop and maintain relationships that drive accountability and desired results
• Ability to work independently and make decisions that demonstrate integrity and support the organization’s purpose and values
• Willingness to participate in formal safety education and development

Required Competencies:

• Be Respectful: Value all we come in contact with
• Be Remarkable: Create a positive moment with every interaction
• Be Safe: Keep ourselves and those around us safe
• Be Honest: Be guided by truthfulness in all we do  

Benefits:

• Competitive pay
• Medical, Dental, Vision 
• Pet, Legal, and Hospital Indemnity Insurance 
• 401k (match)
• Paid Time Off Package
• Great company culture
• Collaborative team environment 

EOE / Drug-Free Workplace 

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.  We are fueled by the talent, passion, and diversity of our associates.

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