Safety and Compliance Manager (Fleet Coordinator)

Administrative Assistant – Tampa, FLPosition Summary The Fleet and Compliance Manager at Wurth Wood Group is responsible for overseeing the company’s fleet operations, ensuring regulatory compliance across environmental, transportation, and safety standards, and managing related administrative functions. This role serves as a centralized point of contact for duties previously distributed between HR and Operations, streamlining processes to enhance efficiency, safety, and compliance in a multi-site environment with 18 warehouse locations. Essential Duties & ResponsibilitiesFleet Management: Oversee all delivery vehicles, including negotiating and managing lease contracts, maintaining relationships with Penske (fleet provider), and coordinating maintenance, repairs, and asset tracking to ensure optimal fleet performance and cost-effectiveness. Vehicle Safety Systems: Manage the installation, monitoring, and maintenance of Lytx safety cameras on trucks, analyzing data to improve driver safety, reduce incidents, and support training initiatives. Environmental Compliance: Handle EPA requirements and processes for all 18 warehouse locations, including hazmat management related to paint and stain tinting, waste disposal, reporting, and audits to ensure adherence to federal and state environmental regulations. Transportation Regulations: Ensure company-wide compliance with DOT and FMCSA standards, including vehicle inspections, hours-of-service tracking, and regulatory filings. Driver Qualification and Records: Maintain and audit Driver Qualification (DQ) files for all drivers, verifying credentials, conducting background checks, and ensuring ongoing compliance with hiring and retention standards. Safety Programs: Lead OSHA-compliant safety initiatives and programs, including risk assessments, training, incident reporting, and workplace safety audits to foster a culture of safety across operations. Administrative Consolidation: Act as the primary administrator for cross-departmental duties related to fleet, compliance, and safety, including policy development, documentation, vendor coordination, and process improvements to reduce redundancies between HR and Operations. Reporting and Analysis: Prepare reports on fleet performance, compliance metrics, and safety trends; identify areas for improvement and implement corrective actions. Collaboration: Work closely with HR, Operations, warehouse managers, and external vendors to align on best practices and resolve issues promptly. Education and Work ExperienceBachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Logistics, Environmental Science, or a related field (or equivalent experience). 5+ years of experience in fleet management, regulatory compliance, or safety administration, preferably in a manufacturing or distribution environment with hazmat involvement. Strong knowledge of EPA, DOT, FMCSA, and OSHA regulations. Experience with fleet telematics systems (e.g., Lytx) and vendor management (e.g., Penske). Excellent organizational and communication skills, with the ability to handle multiple priorities in a fast-paced setting. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and compliance tracking software. Certification in safety or transportation management (e.g., CDS, CSP) is a plus. BenefitsMedical, Dental, and Vision Insurance Company-paid Life Insurance Short- and Long-Term Disability Supplemental Benefits 401(k) with Company Match (eligible Day 1) Paid Time Off and Holidays Type Direct Hire – No agencies, no third parties, no contracts Company OverviewWürth Wood Group: It all started in 1983 in Charlotte, North Carolina as a clear vision for serving custom cabinet builders, commercial fixture and millwork companies. With well-defined goals, hard work and honest, dependable service, Charlotte Hardwood Center began to grow. Adding 12 more locations in 7 states over the next 25 years, the company, under the umbrella name The Hardwood Group, became the premier lumber and woodworking distributor in the Southeast. In 1999, The Würth Group of Künzelsau, Germany purchased The Hardwood Group, giving their customers access to an even wider variety of services, cost efficiencies and new products such as the Würth line of products recognized throughout the world as innovative and of the highest quality. In 2006, all branches formally adopted the Würth Wood Group name. Würth Wood Group is known by customers as the distributor who 'works hard for us,' with a passionate commitment to customer success and the broadest product range in the industry. Support includes Finishing Specialists, Würth Product Specialists, Architectural Products Specialists, Green Building experts, and other highly trained personnel. Product Summary: Cabinetry hardware, lumber, PPE, laminate countertops, plywood/laminates, finishes/coatings, fasteners, abrasives, sinks, lighting, machinery, hand tools, and power tools. Excellent Culture: Warm, authentic, and upbeat. This is a company where you can be yourself. Long-Tenured Employees: We have many employees who have worked and grown with the company for 10, 15, 20, and even 30 years. Room for Growth: Part of the global Würth Group ($20B+ annually) with a long legacy of promoting from within. Comfortable Interview Process: Conversational and transparent. Customer Type: Millwork fabricators, architectural and design firms, and wood shops. Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

Created: 2026-03-04