Health & Safety Specialist (EHSC)

East Penn is a stable, essential employer, and has been voted one of the Best Places to Work in PA for 22 years!

At East Penn, our employees are our culture; our employees will always be the heart of the company. We are a private, family-owned enterprise committed to cultivating an atmosphere that honors the contributions of everyone. We want our employees to have long-term careers, and many do. More than 38% of our workforce has over a decade of service. Our open-door management policy, comprehensive benefits package, employee appreciation and recognition events, and career advancement opportunities are just some of the ways we show our employees how incredibly valued they are.

EOE/VEVRAA

East Penn is an Equal Opportunity Employer. You will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, marital status, pregnancy, genetics, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws

The Safety Specialist is responsible for preventing workplace accidents and promoting health and safety awareness across the organization. This role ensures compliance with OSHA and other federal, state, local, and industry-specific safety regulations while supporting continuous improvement in safety performance within a manufacturing environment.

The Safety Specialist partners with management and employees to implement safety programs, conduct audits, deliver training, and drive proactive accident prevention initiatives. This individual plays a key role in identifying hazards, reducing risk, and fostering a culture of safety.

• Safety Compliance & Programs

  • Ensure compliance with OSHA and all applicable regulatory requirements
  • Conduct periodic safety audits to evaluate compliance and program effectiveness
  • Update, maintain, and improve safety programs, procedures, and practices
  • Support ISO 45001 implementation and ongoing system maintenance
  • Identify hazards and implement controls to minimize or eliminate employee exposure
  Accident Prevention & Risk Management
  • Lead or support incident investigations utilizing root cause analysis
  • Recommend corrective actions and assist with implementation upon approval
  • Identify workplace hazards and improve unsafe conditions proactively
  • Act quickly and safely in response to incidents or emergency situations
  • Promote a proactive safety culture focused on risk reduction
  Safety Initiatives & Key Focus Areas
  • Support New Hire injury prevention programs, including observations and engagement
  • Drive Hand & Finger injury prevention efforts
  • Coordinate and support Safety Board activities
  • Participate actively in Safety Committee meetings, providing guidance and resources
  • Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives in safety performance
  Training & Development
  • Conduct safety training programs across various shifts, including:
    • New Hire Safety Training (backup to Training Coordinator)
    • Lockout/Tagout (LO/TO)
    • Confined Space Entry
    • Material Handling
    • Machine Guarding
  • Train and mentor new Safety Technicians
  • Promote employee awareness through ongoing safety education
  Communication & Collaboration
  • Communicate safety policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements to supervisors and employees
  • Partner with front-line management to reinforce safety expectations
  • Provide guidance and support to employees regarding safe work practices
  • Collaborate with Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) team on initiatives and reporting
  Operational & Administrative Support
  • Maintain safety records, audit documentation, and training logs
  • Support EHS team with technical and administrative tasks as needed
  • Ensure adherence to hygiene, housekeeping, and safety standards
  • Perform additional duties as assigned by Management

* These tasks are considered essential elements of the job.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Safety Management or a related field or equivalent demonstrated safety experience in a manufacturing environment
• Minimum of 3–5 years of safety experience in a manufacturing setting
• Professional certification preferred but not required

• Strong knowledge of OSHA standards and…