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Safety Director Trucking

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Bedford Park, IL
Full-time

About the Role

At DMK Express, a Most Loved Workplace® certified employer in the Transportation/Trucking space, We deliver it. Every time. Available 24/7 throughout the Midwest..

We are seeking an energetic and detail-oriented Safety Director with expertise in trucking operations to lead our safety and compliance initiatives across our transportation fleet. In this pivotal role, you will develop, implement, and oversee comprehensive safety programs that ensure adherence to federal, state, and industry regulations. Your proactive approach will foster a culture of safety, risk mitigation, and regulatory excellence, supporting our commitment to operational integrity and driver well-being. This position offers an exciting opportunity to influence safety standards in a dynamic logistics environment while ensuring seamless compliance with complex international trade and transportation regulations.

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Requirements

  • Proven experience in transportation safety management within the trucking or logistics industry.
  • Strong knowledge of FMCSA standards, transportation safety regulations.
  • Hands-on experience with customs brokerage management, customs clearance processes, and international trade regulations.
  • Demonstrated ability in regulatory compliance management across supply chain operations involving freight movement and export/import procedures.
  • Technical proficiency in global trade management software systems as well as advanced Excel data analysis skills for reporting purposes.
  • Familiarity with logistics compliance frameworks including FDA regulations related to shipping requirements.
  • Excellent report writing skills coupled with the ability to communicate complex regulatory requirements clearly to diverse audiences.
  • Prior experience managing fleet safety programs and implementing risk mitigation strategies in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

  • 401(k)
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
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DMK Express is a Most Loved Workplace®. Most Loved Workplaces® place love at center of business. DMK Express is a Small employer in the Transportation/Trucking/Railroad sector. Explore DMK Express careers, culture, employee experience, and open roles.

Please review the specific job listing or contact DMK Express's recruiting team for details on remote or hybrid work options for this role.

Salary information may vary by role and location. Please check the specific job listing or discuss compensation during the interview process.

DMK Express is an established organization in its industry. The company is a certified Most Loved Workplace®, highlighting a strong, positive culture and committed workforce.

Key benefit categories include: Workplace Culture, Professional Development, Work Flexibility. For this role specifically, benefits include: 401(k), Health insurance, Paid time off. You can view more details on their CertCheck profile.

The day-to-day environment is guided by core values such as Genuine Appreciation and Recognition and Inclusive and Trusted Community and Pride in Specialized Expertise.

The company has committed to inclusive practices including: We Deliver with Excellence, Every Time and We Value and Appreciate Our People.

They have earned Most Loved Workplace® certifications including: Most Loved Workplace Most Loved Workplaces® 2026 and Most Loved Workplace Most Loved Workplaces® 2025.

DMK Express currently has 2 open positions. You can view all current openings at certcheck.mostlovedworkplace.com/companies/dmk-express/jobs.

The interview process typically involves an initial recruiter screen followed by team interviews. Please contact DMK Express's recruiting team for specific details on this role's process.

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DMK Express

DMK Express

Transportation/Trucking
6601 South Menard Avenue, Bedford Park, Illinois, United States
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