Safety Specialist

This position is responsible for assisting in all aspects of the company's safety and health programs. The role includes coordinating and conducting safety trainings to meet state and federal requirements, maintaining records, providing safety analyses of new equipment and process changes, assisting in workers' compensation claims, tracking injuries, and reviewing and making recommendations for safety improvements. Additionally, the position involves participating in safety and ergonomic assessments.

• Assist in the implementation and creation of safety and health programs.
• Complete internal and regulatory reports and submittals.
• Ensure understanding of safety programs through effective communication.
• Prepare and present reports and safety-related material to all levels of the company.
• Host and conduct safety, health, ergonomic, and work process audits.
• Schedule and conduct internal and regulatory safety training.
• Participate in ISO Environmental Management System audits.
• Complete machine, PPE, and process risk assessments for safety improvements.
• Participate in accident investigations and root cause analysis.

• 2 years of safety experience.
• Experience implementing and creating safety and health programs.
• Proficiency in safety auditing.
• Proficiency in safety training.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Familiarity with OSHA regulations.
• Experience with workers' compensation.
• Safety certification such as CSP.

• Bachelor's degree in Occupational Health & Safety or related field.
• Experience working in a manufacturing setting.
• CSP Certification.
• Experience with Worker's Compensation.

The work environment includes exposure to both office and production floor settings. Temperatures may range from cold to very hot, with varying noise levels and occasional fumes, requiring ear protection at all times. The role requires the ability to work efficiently under multiple deadlines and changing priorities, with minimal supervision after orientation and training. Physical activities such as frequent use of stairs, ladders, bending, lifting, reaching, and squatting are necessary to perform equipment or facility inspections.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Paris, KY.

The pay range for this position is $26.00 - $32.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Paris,KY.

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 28, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

Salary : $26 - $32