Vice President of Safety

Universal Truckload Services, Inc. (UTSI), a publicly traded, industry leading logistics and transportation company is in search of an experienced and broadly versed

Vice President of Safety for our corporate headquarters in Warren, MI.  UTSI has ten operating subsidiary companies under its ownership. This position will be based out of MI and candidates must have the ability to travel nationwide.

The VP of Safety will have responsibility for:

• Maintaining and evolving the company safety program
  
• Ensure overall Safety activities are in compliance with industry and governmental standards
  
• Manage a department of Safety Professionals and Driver Recruiters
  
• Develop and effectively present new Safety programs and policies
  
• Work with all departments to ensure Safety policies and practices are integrated into the companies operating procedures in an efficient manner
  
• Keep the company abreast of new Safety trends and/or Safety law changes  
  
• Serve as an Advisory and Representative for the President and CEO in regards to Safety concerns
  
• 3,800 Owner Operators and 155 Company Drivers

Qualifications:

• Safety Director Certification (CDS)
  
• Bachelor’s Degree in business or safety related field
  
• Expert knowledge of DOT, FMCSA, and OSHA
  
• Extensive leadership experience in Safety
  
• Must possess effective communication, negotiation, and persuasion skills
  
• Have the wherewithal, confidence, and social aptitude to carry out executive level responsibilities
  
• Must be detail oriented
  
• Must be able to think and react quickly in adverse situations   
  
• Computer literate, with the ability to grasp new programs and suggest new applications

This position offers excellent compensation and benefits. If you are interested in joining an aggressive and growing firm, please send your resume in today!

Forward Resumes along with Salary Requirements to:

Email: careers@goutsi.com

Fax: 586-819-0805

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