Safety & Health Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

Job Post Description

Safety & Health Specialist

Summary:

Seeking a Safety & Health Specialist to support overall workplace safety initiatives and compliance programs. The role focuses on promoting an injury-free environment, implementing safety improvements, and ensuring adherence to applicable health and safety standards within a manufacturing setting.

Core Responsibilities:

• Support compliance with all applicable safety and occupational health regulations.

• Conduct internal safety audits, analyze findings, and recommend corrective actions.

• Collect, organize, and maintain safety-related data and training records.

• Assist in the development and maintenance of safety programs such as lockout/tagout, hazard communication, ergonomics, machine guarding, emergency response, and respiratory protection.

• Deliver safety training sessions for new hires and current employees.

• Participate in investigations of workplace incidents and near misses.

• Identify and address unsafe acts or conditions proactively.

• Maintain accurate documentation of inspections, audits, and training activities.

• Collaborate with environmental staff to ensure cross-functional safety coverage.

Key Skills:

• Strong understanding of OSHA standards (29 CFR 1910) and state-level safety requirements.

• Skilled in safety data management, recordkeeping, and regulatory reporting.

• Proficient in MS Office tools (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).

• Effective communication and presentation skills across all organizational levels.

• Ability to analyze risk and promote a culture of continuous improvement in workplace safety.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Occupational Safety, Environmental Engineering, Industrial Hygiene, or a related discipline.

• Prior experience in a safety or environmental role within a manufacturing environment preferred.