Safety Specialist

Lynden Logistics is seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Safety Specialist to support our Health, Safety, Security, and Environmental (HSSE) team. This role offers a great opportunity to work as part of a dedicated team to help ensure compliance with safety policies and regulations across our service centers. If you're passionate about safety, organized, and ready to travel, we encourage you to apply. 

Key Responsibilities:

• Administrative and Operational Support: Provide assistance to the Director of HSSE and field managers in applying and executing safety policies, and offer support for daily activities and special projects related to company safety.
• Training Coordination: Help coordinate service center safety education and training programs, including new hire orientations. Training may cover hazardous materials handling, forklift operation, cargo securement, and environmental management.
• Recordkeeping: Maintain and organize safety records, including training files, accident reports, OSHA logs, and driver qualification files. Ensure compliance with regulatory and company policies.
• Audit Support: Assist with service center audits and safety inspections, including monthly terminal inspections and identifying potential hazards.
• Safety Program Compliance: Help implement safety programs such as the Fit for Work program, background checks, and pre-employment drug testing.
• Federal Compliance: Assist in ensuring compliance with Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations and maintain accurate driver qualification files.
• Travel and Inspections: This position will involve traveling (25-50%) to various service centers, including in the U.S., Canada, and Puerto Rico, to assist with inspections, audits, and training.

Qualifications:

• Education & Experience: 3 years of related experience in safety, logistics, or administrative support. A combination of education and experience will also be considered.
• Skills:
  • Proficient in reading safety regulations, writing reports, and conducting safety training sessions.
  • Strong math skills for calculating percentages, proportions, and other figures.
  • Ability to apply common sense to solve problems and carry out detailed written and oral instructions.

Additional Information:

• Travel: 25-50% per year.
• This position is based at the Anchorage Service Center but includes responsibilities across Lynden’s entire network, including Canada and Puerto Rico.
• Pre-employment drug screening and background check are required

Why you want to work for Lynden Logistics:

• Compensation – Competitive pay with a discretionary bonus program
• Healthcare – Medical, dental and vision plans
• Paid Time Off – 17 days paid time off, PTO days increase with years of service
• Holidays – 8 paid holidays
• Retirement Plan – 401K with up to 50% of the first 6% contributed matched 
• Extras – Life Insurance, Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance, Long Term Disability Coverage and Employee Assistance Program at no cost to you!
• Tuition Reimbursement Program

If you're ready to join a company that values safety and efficiency, apply today to become part of the Lynden Logistics team!