Manager, Hazmat Compliance, Road Transport
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full-time
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Location Type: Office
Location: Lancaster • Texas • United States
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Salary
💰 $92,000 - $105,000 per year
About the role
- Lead and manage the company’s hazardous materials compliance program to ensure adherence to federal regulations including Hazardous Materials Regulations (49 CFR), FMCSA safety regulations, and PHMSA requirements
- Provide leadership and oversight to the HazMat Compliance Specialist, including assigning work, setting priorities, providing coaching, and supporting professional development
- Develop, implement, and maintain hazardous materials policies, procedures, and internal guidance that support safe transportation practices and regulatory compliance
- Monitor regulatory developments related to hazardous materials transportation and ensure internal programs, policies, and operational procedures are updated accordingly
- Partner with operations leadership and safety teams to ensure hazardous materials shipments are transported in accordance with applicable regulatory requirements, including proper classification, labeling, placarding, marking, and documentation
- Provide subject matter expertise and operational guidance related to the safe handling and transportation of hazardous materials, including lithium batteries and other regulated freight classes
- Develop and oversee hazardous materials training programs for drivers, operations personnel, and other relevant employees in accordance with regulatory training requirements outlined in 49 CFR §172 Subpart H
- Ensure proper documentation and maintenance of required training records, certifications, and compliance documentation
- Conduct or oversee internal compliance audits and operational reviews to assess adherence to hazardous materials regulations and company policies
- Investigate hazardous materials incidents, compliance concerns, or regulatory violations and implement corrective action plans to mitigate risk and prevent recurrence
- Support major customer accounts involving hazardous materials transportation by reviewing shipping practices and ensuring alignment with regulatory requirements and contractual obligations
- Collaborate with customer compliance teams and internal stakeholders to identify and mitigate regulatory risks associated with hazardous materials shipments
- Work closely with Safety leadership to develop risk mitigation strategies, driver awareness programs, and safety initiatives that strengthen the company’s hazardous materials compliance posture
- Perform other duties and projects as assigned
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED required
- Bachelor’s degree in Transportation, Safety, Logistics, Environmental Health & Safety, or a related field preferred
- Minimum of five (5) years of experience in transportation safety, hazardous materials compliance, regulatory compliance, or a related logistics function
- Demonstrated knowledge of Hazardous Materials Regulations (49 CFR), FMCSA safety regulations, and related DOT regulatory requirements
- Experience within transportation, trucking, logistics, or supply chain operations
- Experience conducting regulatory audits, incident investigations, and compliance program development
- Prior experience supervising or mentoring compliance, safety, or regulatory personnel preferred
- Experience supporting the transportation of lithium batteries or other regulated hazardous materials is preferred
Benefits
- Medical, prescription, dental, vision, and life insurance
- Flexible spending accounts (FSAs)
- Health savings accounts (HSAs)
- Short- and long-term disability coverage
- Wellness resources
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) services
- Paid time off programs
- Paid company holidays
- 401(k) plan with company matching contributions of up to 5%
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard Skills & Tools
Hazardous Materials RegulationsFMCSA safety regulationsPHMSA requirementsregulatory complianceincident investigationsregulatory auditscompliance program developmenthazardous materials trainingtransportation safetylogistics
Soft Skills
leadershipcoachingoversightcollaborationcommunicationproblem-solvingrisk mitigationprofessional developmentprioritizationtraining