Safety Specialist - Manufacturing

About Us

Company Overview

Unified Door & Hardware Group (UDHG) is a premier provider of commercial door, frame, and architectural hardware solutions serving customers across North America. UDHG supports a wide range of construction and architectural projects, delivering specialized expertise, professional installation, and reliable service to commercial, institutional, and multi-family markets.

As part of Foundation Building Materials (FBM), a leading construction materials distribution company, UDHG operates within a broader organization that combines scale, specialty expertise, and a customer-first mindset. Together, FBM and UDHG’s 8,000+ team members are committed to operational excellence, innovation, and employee development. Following the recent acquisition of FBM by Lowe’s, the organization continues to invest in strong, forward‑thinking talent to support national growth, enhance customer experience, and drive long‑term success across both businesses.

Position Overview

At Unified Door & Hardware Group (UDHG), the role of the Safety Specialist – Manufacturing is to monitor, support and provide direction for the implementation and continued fulfillment of environmental, health, and safety (EHS) programs within the organization. Primary duties include ensuring compliance with local, state and federal regulations and company policies, leading and conducting safety assessments, and providing EHS subject matter guidance to business unit leaders, supervisors, first‑aid personnel, and other functional teams.

This role is vital for ensuring workplace safety, regulatory compliance, and minimizing environmental harm.

Key Responsibilities

Operations & Compliance

• Conduct daily safety inspections to ensure compliance with safe work procedures and proper equipment operation; report findings and support corrective action plans
• Perform job hazard analyses to identify risks, implement control measures, and determine appropriate PPE requirements
• Lead compliance initiatives related to hazardous waste storage, handling, and disposal in accordance with regulatory standards

Training & Development

• Deliver and support EHS training programs for employees and management across the plant
• Partner with the Learning Management team to assign and track job‑specific training aligned with company policies and regulatory requirements
• Coordinate and facilitate departmental safety toolbox talks to reinforce safe work practices

Safety Programs & Communication

• Assist in the implementation and rollout of site safety policies and programs
• Promote safety awareness by distributing information through bulletins, newsletters, and communication boards
• Support and engage the site safety committee to drive participation and continuous improvement initiatives

Incident Management & Continuous Improvement

• Participate in incident investigations to identify root causes and implement corrective and preventive actions
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to provide safety guidance and contribute to continuous improvement efforts

Additional Responsibilities & Miscellaneous

• Perform other duties as assigned to support the EHS department and corporate objectives

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Demonstrate strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively engage employees at all levels
• Apply in‑depth knowledge of federal, state and local occupational safety regulations
• Utilize strong problem‑solving, observation, and auditing skills to identify and address workplace risks
• Manage multiple priorities with strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Operate independently with strong self‑leadership while also contributing effectively in a team environment
• Use electronic tools (e.g., tablets, smartphones) to document inspections, assessments, and observations
• Exhibit proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Outlook, Excel, and Power Point
• Adapt quickly to changing priorities, work under varying demands, and meet project deadlines
• Meet physical and scheduling requirements, including flexible hours, climbing stairs, and lifting up to 25 lbs

Preferred Qualifications

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