John Soza
About John Soza
John Soza is a Safety and Sanitation Manager at Americold Logistics, LLC., where he has worked since 2017. He has a strong background in safety management, with previous roles at Cintas, DICK'S Sporting Goods, and Western Millwork, and has achieved significant reductions in incident rates and maintained high sanitation scores.
Work at Americold Logistics
John Soza has served as the Safety and Sanitation Manager at Americold Logistics, LLC. since 2017. In this role, he oversees safety protocols and sanitation practices within the organization. He manages a team that includes a Safety Supervisor and a Loss Prevention Supervisor, focusing on enhancing safety awareness among approximately 1,100 associates. Under his management, the facility has maintained a 1.18 OSHA Incident Rate average for the past two years, reflecting a 38% reduction in incidents compared to previous years.
Previous Experience in Safety Management
Prior to his current position, John Soza held several roles in safety management. He worked at DICK'S Sporting Goods as a Safety Manager from 2012 to 2017, where he contributed to safety initiatives for five years. Before that, he was a Health & Safety Specialist at Cintas from 2010 to 2012 in the Phoenix, Arizona area. Additionally, he served as a Safety Officer at Western Millwork, Inc. for 11 months in 2012.
Education and Expertise
John Soza studied at Arizona State University, where he earned a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in Global Business from 2000 to 2002. His educational background provides him with a strong foundation in business principles, which he applies to his safety management practices. He is fluent in both English and Spanish, which enhances his communication skills and ability to engage with a diverse workforce.
Achievements in Safety and Sanitation
During his tenure at Americold, John Soza has achieved notable success in maintaining high sanitation standards. He has secured two consecutive years of Superior Sanitation Scores according to Kroger’s Food and Sanitation Audit. Furthermore, he has ensured 100% compliance in all random audits and inspections conducted by various agencies, including ADOSH, USDA, FDA, AZDA, and ADHS, receiving no violations or citations.