Safety Specialist

The Safety Specialist supports a robust safety culture by providing both administrative and technical guidance to leadership and employees in a manufacturing environment. This role ensures compliance with all applicable regulations, leads safety training and initiatives, and serves as a key resource for incident response and continuous improvement in workplace safety and wellness.

$74, DOE

The Safety Specialist supports a robust safety culture by providing both administrative and technical guidance to leadership and employees in a manufacturing environment. This role ensures compliance with all applicable regulations, leads safety training and initiatives, and serves as a key resource for incident response and continuous improvement in workplace safety and wellness.

• Provide administrative and technical safety advice to management and employees to support informed decision-making and safe work practices.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable Federal, State, and local safety and health laws and regulations, including OSHA, NFPA, and Workers Compensation requirements.
• Review, update, and clearly communicate safety procedures, policies, and guidelines to all relevant stakeholders.
• Coordinate, develop, and facilitate engaging safety training for a wide range of audiences to promote strong safety awareness.
• Execute the tactical strategy of the companys Safety Program, aligning day-to-day activities with broader safety objectives.
• Collect, analyze, and interpret data from job hazard analyses to identify trends, risks, and opportunities for improvement.
• Conduct thorough incident and accident investigations, documenting findings and reporting safety trends to management.
• Serve as a key stakeholder and active participant in Department Safety Committees, providing insight and recommendations.
• Manage safety incentive programs designed to reinforce safe behaviors and recognize positive performance.
• Serve as the Safety Officer during emergency situations, providing calm, coordinated, and effective response leadership.
• Make recommendations to management regarding disciplinary actions related to safety violations to support a culture of accountability.
• Promote wellness and positive behaviors through a meaningful recognition program that supports overall employee well-being.
• Collaborate closely with key stakeholders across the business to gain buy-in and support for safety programs and initiatives.
• Maintain organized documentation, manage multiple projects, and prioritize tasks to meet deadlines and safety program milestones.

• Bachelors degree in Safety Management, Occupational Safety & Health, or Certified Safety Professional (CSP) certification.
• At least 2 years of job-related experience in safety, preferably in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Strong knowledge of Federal, State, and local safety and health laws, including OSHA, NFPA, and Workers Compensation regulations.
• Experience with safety and health regulations, regulatory agency interaction processes, and incident response.
• Current OSHA 10 and OSHA 30 certifications.
• Fluency in Spanish and English, with the ability to speak, read, and write Spanish fluently.
• Ability to communicate effectively and facilitate training for diverse audiences at all levels of the organization.
• Demonstrated ability to partner collaboratively with key stakeholders and influence without formal authority.
• Strong decision-making skills and sound judgment in routine and high-pressure situations.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to multi-task, manage competing priorities, and meet deadlines.
• High attention to detail and the ability to conduct thorough, high-quality investigations.
• Demonstrated problem-solving skills with a focus on proactive, practical solutions.
• Ability to remain calm and collected in potentially high-pressure or emergency situations.
• Customer service-focused mindset with the ability to understand the business and tailor safety approaches accordingly.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and SharePoint.
• Availability and flexibility to work nights and weekends as needed to support safety operations.

• Experience in a manufacturing industry environment, particularly food and beverage production, is beneficial.
• Prior experience delivering safety training programs and managing incident management processes.
• Experience…