Safety Specialist

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CSI is looking for a qualified Safety Specialist to support and strengthen our safety culture across CSI facilities. This position is responsible for implementing safety procedures, training programs, documentation, audits, and other tools that promote a safe and healthy workplace. The Safety Specialist works closely with the Corporate Safety Director, CSI leadership, employees, contractors, shop production, and warehouse teams to drive safety awareness, compliance, and continuous improvement.

The Safety Specialist has the authority to stop work due to safety violations or concerns and is expected to proactively identify hazards, address safety concerns, and help ensure compliance with applicable Federal, State, and Local laws and CSI Safety SOPs.

CSI provides state-of-the-art stainless-steel process equipment and service for manufacturers in the food, dairy, beverage, pharmaceutical, and personal care industries.

We are a growing company built on teamwork, continuous learning, and exceptional customer service. Our employees are our greatest resource, and we invest in their development through training, collaboration, and opportunities to grow.

• Work closely with the Corporate Safety Director to cultivate and continuously improve CSI’s safety culture.
• Conduct safety audits and hazard assessments across CSI facilities, including shop production and warehouse areas.
• Support the execution and training of CSI Emergency Response and Evacuation Plans and other employee safety training programs.
• Assist with CSI Safety Manual revisions, safety documentation, inspection checklists, and shared interactive safety forms.
• Advise, train, and mentor CSI leadership and employees regarding their safety responsibilities, expectations, and compliance.
• Monitor and support key safety programs, including fall protection, confined space, respiratory protection, forklifts and lifts, lock-out/tag-out, SDS, Job Task Analysis, and Weekly Toolbox safety.
• Maintain knowledge of OSHA documentation, reporting requirements, Bureau of Labor Statistics information relevant to the metals fabrication industry, and employee injury, incident, and near-miss reporting.
• Collaborate with Project Managers and Shop Supervisors to resolve safety problems, coordinate activities, and review upcoming risks.
• Interact regularly with CSI employees and contractors in Shop Production and Warehouse areas to provide safety oversight and reinforce safe behaviors.
• Escalate lack of Safety Program engagement or support to the Corporate Safety Director and hold others accountable to CSI’s safety expectations.

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience with safety protocols in a manufacturing environment.
• Field construction experience in food and/or pharmaceutical industries.
• Ability to become an authorized OSHA 10/30 Hour Trainer.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.

• Competitive compensation: $60,000-$65,000 annually.
• Opportunity to work on specialized stainless-steel process systems across multiple industries
• Hands-on role with direct impact on quality, safety, and customer satisfaction
• Collaborative team environment focused on continuous improvement
• Career growth opportunities within installation, operations, and leadership teams
• Company culture centered on taking care of employees and customers

CSI offers a competitive benefits package including:

• Health and wellness benefits
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement and continuing education support
• Opportunities for internal career advancement
• Company lunches, team events, and community volunteer opportunities

The standard workday is 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday; more than 40 hours per week will normally be required to achieve…