Environmental Health Safety Specialist

Occupational Safety Specialist I

09 Months Contract (Potential temp to perm)

$34/hr.

- $50/hr.

1st shift, 08:00 AM - 4:30 PM (Mon - Fri)

The Occupational Safety Specialist I is responsible for assisting in the implementation and oversight Client site safety programs, processes, and communications. This role ensures compliance with internal policies as well as OSHA, EPA, NFPA, and other applicable regulatory standards. The position drives accident prevention, conducts investigations, and promotes a strong safety culture across the organization.

• Regulatory Compliance & Program Management
• Monitors compliance with OSHA, EPA, NFPA, and all federal and state regulations.
• Maintains the site’s Safety Data Sheet (SDS) database.
• Supports Hazard Communication programs and ensure chemical inventories remain current.
• Assists in developing Job Safety Analyses (JSA) and Job Hazard Analyses (JHA).
• Monitors incident prevention, investigation reports and trending analysis.
• Conducts incident investigations and lead root cause analyses.
• Monitor near-hit reports, identify trends, and implement corrective actions.
• Lead post-incident review teams and ensure timely resolution of findings.
• Inspect and monitor contractor activities, tools, and equipment to ensure safe practices.

• Promote a proactive safety culture across the facility.
• Communicate safety updates through portals, digital boards, bulletins, and team meetings.
• Support ergonomic program coordination and improvement efforts.

• Provide safety oversight during annual shutdowns with daily walkthroughs.
• Procure and distribute safety equipment for CAPEX/OPEX projects, maintenance, and shutdown activities.
• Coordinate safety logistics across multiple sites (LA, Emeryville, San Diego, Clayton, RTP).
• Support the Emergency Response Team.

• Investigate and trend near-hit data and facilitate corrective actions.
• Administer PPE programs (prescription eyewear, safety shoes, respirators, fall protection, hard hats).
• Participate in post-incident review teams and ensure follow-up actions are completed.
• Serve as Occupational Safety representative during shutdown activities.

• General knowledge regulatory requirements.
• Ability to build collaborative relationships across all organizational levels.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Skilled in investigation, problem solving, and root cause analysis.
• Strong technical writing and training delivery capabilities.
• Ability to influence, coach, and promote a positive safety culture.

• Bachelor’s degree in related field.
• More than 2 years of relevant experience required.
• Experience in the biotech or chemical industry preferred.
• Equivalent combinations of education, experience, and competencies may be considered.