Safety Specialist

About This Role

This role supports the implementation of prevention-focused health, safety, environmental, and security programs at an operating company. The specialist will assist with training, inspections, investigations, and ensure compliance with HSE objectives.

Responsibilities

• Complete new hire orientation training programs as assigned by the Safety Director
• Maintain records for safety programs (training logs, reports, inspections)
• Implement and train new or existing training programs to employees and supervision
• Inspect facilities to detect existing or potentially unsafe conditions
• Participate in investigations of vehicle accidents and injuries
• Assist with identifying root causes and developing corrective actions
• Monitor inspection of equipment to detect potential failures and recommend corrective measures
• Support site management in the implementation of health, safety, and environmental (HSE) plans
• Provide supervisor and management training on root cause analysis
• Interface with regulatory bodies (OSHA, DOT, EPA, State/Local Regulators) in the Safety Director's absence

Requirements

• 2+ years direct hands-on safety experience in warehousing, manufacturing or transportation
• OSHA certifications
• Valid Driver's License

Qualifications

• Associate's degree
• 2+ years with direct hands-on safety experience in a warehousing, manufacturing or transportation operation. 2+ years of experience with Occupational Safety preferred.

Nice to Have

• 2+ years experience with Occupational Safety
• Certification in safety as a recognized safety professional (or working toward it)

Skills

* Required skills

Certifications