Safety Specialist

Job Description

We are seeking a passionate and firm Safety Specialist to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for developing and implementing safety programs, advising on safety protocols, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. This role requires a proactive individual who is not afraid to address safety issues and enforce safety standards on the production floor.

Safety Specialist

• Participate in the development and implementation of safety programs.
• Advise production teams on safety protocols and procedures to ensure regulatory compliance.
• Perform hazard analyses and recommend mitigation procedures to plant operations.
• Conduct routine and follow-up inspections for environmental, health, safety, and hazards.
• Respond to emergency situations involving hazardous materials, fire, and smoke incidents.
• Analyze accident and incident reports for trends and recommend corrective actions.
• Support production supervisors with safety-related reports and ensure timely submission.
• Address safety issues assertively and ensure compliance with safety standards.
• Facilitate the proper rotation of assembly stations to maintain safety and efficiency.

• Proficiency in performing safety inspections ensuring compliance with OSHA and NFPA standards.
• Ability to communicate technical information effectively to non-technical personnel.
• Skill in data gathering, information compilation, and report preparation.
• Knowledge of federal, state, and local safety regulations, protocols, and procedures.
• Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations.
• Strong capability in developing and enforcing safety procedures and protocols.
• Ability to investigate and analyze information to draw accurate conclusions.
• Effectiveness in working with diverse populations.

• Bachelor's degree in Occupational Safety and Health or a related discipline.
• 0-2 years of experience directly related to the duties specified.
• Ability to work night shifts, Monday-Friday 7PM-4AM, with occasional Saturday nights.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Athens, AL.

The pay range for this position is $27.00 - $31.00/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&DD 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)
• Workplace Type:
  This is a fully onsite position in Athens, AL.
• Final date to receive applications:
  This position is anticipated to close on Mar 4, 2026.

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 actalentaccom for other accommodation options.