Full-time | Distribution Center-Based

About Us

Based in Chesapeake, VA, Family Dollar operates more than 7,000 stores across the contiguous U.S., supported by a coast-to-coast logistics network and more than 80,000 Associates. Family Dollar is a leading value retailer serving communities of all sizes. Join our mission to deliver value and service while building a culture of operational excellence and safety.

The Opportunity

The Safety & Sanitation Compliance Manager (SSCM) is a key leader within Family Dollar’s Distribution Center (DC) network. This position combines hands-on facility management with cross-network leadership, guiding peer Operations Leaders and driving consistency across safety, sanitation, and environmental compliance programs.

This role is ideal for an experienced compliance professional ready to elevate into a broader leadership position. The SSCM will manage their assigned DC while also mentoring Leaders across the network and supporting enterprise-wide initiatives alongside the Corporate Environmental Health and Safety Department.

Specific Responsibilities Include, But Are Not Limited To:

• Own all aspects of safety, sanitation, and environmental compliance within assigned distribution center
• Partner with Operations, Maintenance, and HR to implement daily safety initiatives and sanitation protocols
• Conduct regular audits and inspections to ensure adherence to OSHA, FDA, and EPA regulations in addition to Food Safety related audits
• Standardize safety and sanitation SOPs across the DC network; drive improvements to CAPA processes
• Facilitate team meetings, training, and communication sessions across sites to align on program execution
• Serve as liaison to regulatory agencies and support facilities during audits or inspections
• Deliver safety and sanitation training for associates, supervisors, and SSCMs across the network
• Act as a key communicator between Site Leadership and Corporate EHS/Food Safety
• Promote the Company safety program and build a culture of accountability and continuous improvement
• Own all aspects of Site’s Internal Pest Management program, frequently working with outside vendor on pest control and keeping building free of all pest related issues

Minimum Requirements / Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in occupational health & safety, Environmental Science, Industrial Management, or related field
• 3–5 years of experience in safety, sanitation, or compliance management in warehouse, distribution, or manufacturing settings
• Strong knowledge of OSHA, FDA, EPA, and RCRA requirements
• Demonstrated leadership experience (formal or informal), including team coaching or cross-functional project leadership
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; able to collaborate across departments and leadership levels
• Skilled in using Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Access) and Lawson or similar systems
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and communicate performance trends and risk proactively
• Potential travel up to 25%

Required Certifications:

• OSHA 30 Certification
• Preventive Controls Qualified Individual (PCQI)
• RCRA Hazardous Waste Generator Training

Preferred Qualifications:

• HAZWOPER or Chemical Safety Training
• First Aid/CPR Instructor Certification
• Experience leading safety and sanitation programs across multiple sites
• Familiarity with audit management and compliance tracking systems

Family Dollar is an equal opportunity employer and committed to recruiting, hiring, training, and promoting qualified people of all backgrounds, and make all employment decisions without regard to any protected status. We are committed to complying with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. 

Full time

155 Fairground Rd,Front Royal,Virginia 22630

Distribution Center Leadership

Family Dollar