Description:
We are seeking a hands-on Safety Specialist to champion a strong safety culture within our light manufacturing environment. This role serves as the daily voice of safety on the shop floor — partnering with employees and leaders to identify risks, improve processes, ensure compliance, and create a workplace where safety is part of everything we do. If you are passionate about protecting people, improving processes, and creating a safer workplace, we want to hear from you.
Primary Responsibilities
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Champion safety by leading with a safety-first mindset in all initiatives. You are empowered to speak up and act before risks arise.
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Monitor and enforce company safety policies and ensure OSHA compliance on the shop floor
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Conduct regular safety walks, inspections, and job hazard analyses across all production areas
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Partner with supervisors and employees to correct unsafe conditions and behaviors in real time
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Facilitate new hire safety orientations and regular safety training sessions for all employees
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Maintain safety documentation, including training records, SDSs, inspection logs, and incident reports
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Lead incident investigations, determine root causes, and coordinate corrective actions
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Serve as chair of the local safety committee and lead monthly safety meetings
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Coordinate PPE programs and ensure consistent availability of safety supplies
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Support environmental and health-related programs, including ventilation, chemical handling, and emergency procedures
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Track and report safety metrics (e.g., near misses, incident rates, compliance findings) to management
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Ensure compliance with state and federal regulations, including OSHA, EPA, and local authorities
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Collaborate with HR and Operations to manage workers’ compensation cases and return-to-work programs
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Perform other duties as assigned
Requirements:
- 2+ years in a safety-related role in a manufacturing, construction, or industrial environment
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Knowledge of OSHA regulations and basic safety best practices
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Experience delivering safety training or toolbox talks
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Ability to write clear and actionable reports and incident summaries
Preferred
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OSHA 30-Hour Certification
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First Aid/CPR/AED certification
