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Sarah Vander Sanden

Deerbrook,WI

Summary

Dynamic Safety Manager with a proven track record, specializing in risk management and safety program development. Expert in incident investigation and compliance, driving significant reductions in workplace hazards. Adept at training and mentoring teams, fostering a culture of safety while enhancing productivity and operational efficiency.

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Safety Manager

Elite Carriers LLC
Merrill, WI
04.2017 - Current
  • Promote a culture of safety dedicated to maintaining maximum productivity in a safe manner.
  • Train and mentor drivers and all employees in safety practices and evaluation procedures.
  • Keep facilities in compliance with FMCSA, DOT standards
  • Establish and manage tracking, training and safety coordination programs.
  • Audit safety protocols and standard operating procedures to meet conformance targets and set operational parameters.
  • Develop and implement company-wide safety initiatives, driving substantial reductions in identified hazards and incidents with injury.
  • Earned reputation for good attendance and hard work.
  • Work closely with team members to deliver project requirements, develop solutions and meet deadlines.
  • Manage PeopleNet ELD system by troubleshooting and implementing training programs.
  • Conduct trainings for all company employees on safety initiatives to ensure overall compliance with federal regulations.
  • Train employees in proper safety procedures to minimize accidents with proper behaviors.
  • Manage full-cycle recruiting, including sourcing, interviewing, offering jobs, and negotiating contracts.
  • Defined and documented hiring procedures and enforced adherence to standards.
  • Handled and processed variety of insurance claims, including auto liability and Cargo and Physical Damage.

Safety Director

Karl's Transport, Inc
Antigo, WI
10.2002 - 01.2017
  • Selected and interviewed candidates for all available positions.
  • Created job descriptions to attract a targeted talent pool within the market wage range.
  • Assessed employee performance and issued disciplinary notices.
  • Managed over 150 personnel files according to policy and federal and state law and regulations.
  • Monitored department performance data to identify and avoid potential risks.
  • Reviewed federal and state laws to confirm and enforce company compliance.
  • Managed the employee performance evaluation process and merit program.
  • Worked to create fair and consistent HR policies and procedures.
  • Promoted culture of safety dedicated to maintaining maximum productivity.
  • Prepared detailed reports and affidavits for courts by obtaining information through physical surveillance and thorough investigations.
  • Testified in court cases to back up case evidence and detail timelines.
  • Answered employee questions during entrance and exit interview processes.
  • Conducted telephone and onsite exit interviews for all employees.
  • Mentored staff through constructive feedback, performance assessments and professional development opportunities.
  • Assisted candidates with application processes by answering questions about application, performing background checks, providing I-9 forms and handling drug screening paperwork.
  • Initialized background checks for potential new hires.
  • Recruited and hired qualified candidates to fill open positions.
  • Facilitated successful internal and external audits through sound and thorough documentation.
  • Tracked driver behavior, timekeeping and attendance.
  • Conducted annual performance reviews to assist drivers with maintaining required standards.
  • Investigated collisions and passenger injuries, documenting incidents in reports.

Loss Prevention Department Head

Mills Fleet Farm
Antigo, WI
01.1998 - 10.2002
  • Implemented video surveillance, motion detection and closed-circuit television systems to aid in monitoring the premises.
  • Reduced general liability claims through safety audits and training.
  • Hired, trained and managed associates.
  • Conducted site reviews and security audits and made recommendations to management based on findings.
  • Managed staff schedules for all shifts and events to minimize overtime costs.
  • Communicated and enforced compliance with state and local laws while emphasizing company standards of professionalism and safety.
  • Monitored and supervised customer's activities in store to detect signs of attempted theft.
  • Documented evidence of attempted theft and recovered merchandise for use in loss prevention report generation.
  • Served as team lead for safety and loss prevention operations, teaching fellow employees various methods to prevent theft.
  • Prepared and reviewed paperwork associated with audits, shortage control programs, apprehensions and disposition.
  • Supported theft prosecution by appearing in court hearings to provide eyewitness testimony, offering honest and comprehensive account of events.
  • Implemented both individual and group training for executive and loss prevention personnel.

Education

Some College (No Degree) - Police Science

Fox Valley Technical College
Appleton, WI

Skills

  • HR
  • Safety
  • Incident investigation
  • Risk identification
  • Safety hazards analysis
  • Auditing safety processes
  • Training program development
  • Policy development
  • Accident reviewing
  • Detailed records
  • Risk management
  • Interviewing skills
  • Regulations and compliance
  • Creating safety programs
  • Staff training
  • Working collaboratively
  • Customer service
  • Critical thinking
  • Microsoft Office
  • Team management
  • Leadership
  • Troubleshooting
  • Organizational skills
  • Conflict resolution
  • Computer skills
  • Relationship building

Affiliations

WI Motor Carriers Association

WI Safety Supervisors Counsel

Certification

  • Reasonable Suspicion Training - 2002
  • Skid Pad Training - Fox Valley Tech. Appleton, WI -2006

Accomplishments

  • 2017 Elite Carriers LLC Employee of the Year

Timeline

Safety Manager

Elite Carriers LLC
04.2017 - Current

Safety Director

Karl's Transport, Inc
10.2002 - 01.2017

Loss Prevention Department Head

Mills Fleet Farm
01.1998 - 10.2002

Some College (No Degree) - Police Science

Fox Valley Technical College

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