Trucking Operations & Safety Manager

In our 'always on' world, we believe it's essential to have a genuine connection with the work you do.

CommScope is hiring a Trucking Operations and Safety Compliance Manager for its Cable Transport division at its Catawba, NC, facility. 

How You'll Help Us Connect the World:

This role is responsible for safety, training, and regulatory compliance to protect the health and welfare of the public and Cable Transport employees while transporting CommScope products and materials.

• Ensure compliance with all Federal DOT regulations, State regulations, and Company policies and procedures.

• Guide supervisory personnel by assisting in the recruitment, testing, hiring, and orientation of new drivers.

• Conduct safety audits of all Cable Transport operations, and makes recommendations to management for safety training, and safety policies and procedures and conduct in-house safety training programs on topics such as HAZMAT, Substance Abuse, Housekeeping practices, Proper Lifting Techniques, Shop Safety, and DOT Regulations. 

• Develop and implement safety training programs and assist the manager in conducting regularly scheduled safety meetings. Counsel and discipline drivers regarding safety-related deficiencies and DOT regulations.

• Monitor the Safety Bonus Program by reviewing all damages, determine driver Preventability and assist insurance carriers with accident investigations and recommends preventive action.

• Report, investigate and maintain files on all vehicle accidents. Through accident investigation, training, and monitoring the worker's compensation process, assist in reducing worker compensation claims.

• Responsible for accurate and prompt payment of fuel tax, highway use tax, ad road use taxes.

• Maintain Driver Qualification files and a systematic program for drug and alcohol testing, physicals, and CDL license.

• Responsible for screening of new job applicants – and scheduling interviews to be conducted with conjunction with their Manager and Human Resource department.

• Support dispatch coordinators in day-to-day activities.

• Train, develop, and evaluate drivers and dispatchers.

• P&L responsibilities for Drivers and Administration to include planning and execution to achieve goals.

Required Qualifications for Consideration:

• Five or more years of safety experience in the trucking/transportation industry and/or Certified Director of Safety.
• Previous experince leading a team
• Working knowledge of Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations (FMCSR).
• Hands-on experince with Onboard technology such as TMW or Peoplenet
• Experienced with Microsoft Office and On-board Technology.
• Previous experience managing a budget and P&L
• Ability to be in the Catawba, NC office five days a week

You Will Excite Us If You Have:

• Understanding of OSHA and IFTA regulations and programs.
• CDL A certification
• Understanding of OSHA and IFTA regulations and programs.
• CDL A certification

The candidate will be rewarded with a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, life and accidental death insurance, a 401(k) plan, and participation in the Company’s Incentive Plan. Candidates starting with the Company will be eligible for eleven paid holidays in a full calendar year, paid vacation (prorated based on start date), and other leave options.

What Happens After You Apply:

Learn how to prepare yourself for the next steps in our hiring process by visiting https://jobs.commscope.com/content/How-We-Hire/?locale=en_US

Why CommScope?

CommScope is on a quest to deliver connectivity that empowers how we live, work, and learn. Our employees push the boundaries of communications technology that enables groundbreaking discoveries like 5G, the Internet of Things, and gigabit speeds for everyone, everywhere. With our unmatched expertise in copper, fiber, and wireless infrastructure, our global clients rely on us to outperform today and be ready for the needs of tomorrow.

If you want to grow your career alongside forward-thinking, hardworking, and caring people who strive to create what's next…..come connect to your future at CommScope.

CommScope is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO), including people with disabilities and veterans. If you are seeking an accommodation for the application or interview process, please contact us to submit your request at talentacquisition@commscope.com.

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