Distribution Manager jobs in Elkhart, IN

Company Description

At Fortune Brands Innovations, we believe that our innovation and success are fueled by the passion of our people and the strength of our teams. Together, we work to fulfill dreams of home by aligning around common goals, being agile in the face of change, holding ourselves accountable, and acting with integrity and transparency. We succeed when everyone belongs and strive to build a Home for All where all associates can be their true, authentic selves at work. Learn more about our culture here

Job Description

The Manager - Environment, Health, Safety, and Security (EHSS) - Distribution is responsible for driving continuous improvement in EHSS performance across Fortune Brands Innovations Distribution. This role will ensure implementation of rigorous programs and corrective/preventive actions to improve performance and reduce risks. This position provides EHSS leadership and subject matter expertise for the Company across Distribution, as well as hands-on/in-person support for Distribution facilities as needed.

Position location: This position is eligible for a hybrid schedule based in Cleveland (OH), Maumee (OH), Deerfield (IL), Oak Creek (WI) or in one of the other FBIN Distribution locations.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Serve as subject matter expert for Fortune Brands Innovations Distribution in EHSS compliance, risk reduction, and strategy; provide Distribution-specific input to FBIN-wide EHSS procedures, initiatives, etc.
• Develop and implement EHSS policies, procedures, and programs in compliance with all relevant Company requirements and government rules and regulations; provide high-level leadership, support, consistency, and guidance in the following areas:
  • Program implementation
  • EHSS laws and regulations
  • Project and governance support
  • Best practice sharing
• Support business and site leadership in driving EHSS cultural transformation.
• Partner with Distribution leadership to develop EHSS improvement strategy; provide and analyze data, trends, benchmarking, and other relevant data to help set priorities; manage assessment process for critical EHSS risk areas and drive sustainable improvements; identify, develop and lead EHSS improvement initiatives across the Distribution organization that reduce risk and drive cultural change.
• Provide guidance on the safe and compliant shipment of hazardous materials, ensuring adherence to regulatory requirements, proper documentation, and seamless logistics for dangerous goods transportation.
• Maintain complete, accurate and timely electronic EHSS data in Company systems of record/databases.
• Ensure EHSS training is adequate and complete; develop and conduct training as needed (personally or via train-the-trainer sessions).
• Lead communication with applicable regulatory authorities and internal stakeholders when required.
• Work closely with other internal functions with respect to employee health and safety. Provide subject matter expertise on regulatory requirements for managing and reporting injuries or illnesses.
• Train, mentor, and develop site leadership and EHSS associates on EHSS programs, requirements, and culture.
• Lead investigations of EHSS events and near misses; develop and implement corrective actions.​

Qualifications

• BS/MS in occupational health & safety, engineering, environmental sciences, or a related field with significant EHSS experience is preferred. In lieu of a degree, commensurate experience will be considered.
• A minimum of 7 years of experience required, including 4 leading EHSS programs in a manufacturing and/or distribution environment; significant experience with material storage, management, movement, and shipping required.
• Professional EHSS certifications preferred.
• Advanced knowledge of the relevant safety and environmental regulations required.
• Experience designing, writing, implementing EHS policies and programs.
• Experience engaging people across organizations and building a culture of H&S excellence is required.
• Demonstrated experience in incident investigation is required; experience Learning Teams is preferred.
• Team player with the ability to think conceptually, flexibly, and strategically; excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications including solid project management skills.
• Ability to travel both domestically and internationally without restriction; ability to travel up to 35%.

Additional Information

At Fortune Brands Innovations, we support the overall health and wellness of our associates by offering comprehensive, competitive benefits that prioritize all aspects of wellbeing and provide flexibility for our teammates’ unique needs. This includes robust health plans, a market-leading 401(k) program with a company contribution, product discounts, flexible time off benefits (including half-day summer Fridays per policy), inclusive fertility / adoption benefits, and more. We offer numerous ERGs (Employee Resource Groups) to support inclusivity and our associates’ feeling of belonging at work.

Fortune Brands Innovation (FBIN) is built on industry-leading brands and innovation within our operating segments: water, outdoors and security. We have an impressive track record of strong financial results, market outperformance and growth, which translates into career and professional growth opportunities for associates. Please visit our website at fbin.com to learn more

Equal Employment Opportunity

FBIN is an equal opportunity employer. FBIN evaluates qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, disability/handicap status, marital status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic history or information, or any other legally protected characteristic.

Reasonable Accommodations

FBIN is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or interview process, please contact us at [email protected] and let us know the nature of your request along with your contact information.