Safety Specialist

Environmental Health And Safety SpecialistThis role focuses on supporting and enhancing environmental health and safety programs within a highly regulated manufacturing environment. The Environmental Health and Safety Specialist monitors workplace conditions, supports compliance with regulatory requirements, and promotes a strong safety culture across all shifts. The position requires a hands-on professional who can conduct inspections, support incident investigations, deliver safety training, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to reduce risk and improve safety performance.The position is based in a clean, climate-controlled manufacturing environment that emphasizes safety and operational excellence. Two 12-hour rotating shifts are available: a day shift (A Shift: Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, and every other Wednesday from 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM) and a night shift (D Shift: Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and every other Wednesday from 6:30 PM to 6:30 AM), with one hire planned for each shift and a particular urgency for the night shift. The role is structured for approximately 40 hours per week, using a compressed work schedule to provide extended periods of time off between shift rotations. You will work with modern safety tools, EHS management systems, and standard office software such as Microsoft Office Suite while engaging directly on the production floor and in support areas. The facility maintains a professional atmosphere where appropriate safety attire and personal protective equipment are used as required for specific tasks and areas.This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Overland Park, KS. The pay range for this position is $38.46 - $53.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. 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&D 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)