Safety Specialist

Overview

We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Safety Specialist to champion safety and environmental health standards across our manufacturing operations. In this vital role, you will develop, implement, and oversee comprehensive safety programs that ensure compliance with all regulatory and legal requirements. Your expertise will help foster a culture of safety, reduce workplace hazards, and promote employee well-being. This position offers an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact by safeguarding our team members and supporting sustainable operational practices.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe working environment while ensuring proper use of safety practices.
• Ensure Compliance with OSHA regulations.
• Ensure all Standard Operating Procedures are followed daily.
• Support investigation when incidents occur and Cority reporting of all incidents.
• Complete and maintain all safety reports: OSHA LOGS, KPI’s, OHSMS and others weekly.
• Ensure group compliance with company, client, and government policies and regulations.
• Provide safety training and new hire orientation to forklift operators and recertification as required.
• Investigate incidents, propose counter measures, and verify results.
• Maintain and create monthly KPI measures and report out to management via safety communication boards.
• Lead monthly safety committee and small group meetings.
• Communicate and schedule weekly safety meetings with management and review safety concerns.
• Maintain OHSMS documentation and identify Risks.
• Develop new training decks for required regulatory training and schedule training for night shift team members.
• Document and compile safety data trends for injuries, incidents, and all processes for evaluations.
• Work closely with Senior Safety Manager and Corporate Safety group to follow OHSMS and implement elements into all daily processes and programs.
• Maintain a 75% to 25% ratio of floor vs. office time.

Qualifications

• Prefer 1 to 3 years of previous experience as Safety Specialist or other Safety role.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Must possess excellent verbal and written communications skills.
• Must possess good organizational skills.
• Must have good attendance, performance, and safety record.
• Forklift Certified Preferred. Forklift knowledge required.
• Must be able to use computers, scanners, and related equipment.
• Excellent problem-solving skills are required.
• Must be able to multi-task and be professional.
• Must be able to lead meetings and report to various audiences.

Join us in creating a safer workplace where every team member can thrive! We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment that values your expertise in safety management while supporting your professional growth through ongoing training & development opportunities. All roles are paid positions dedicated to ensuring the well-being of our workforce while complying with all relevant legal standards.

Pay: $17.00 - $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $17 - $20