Safety Specialist

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Safety Specialist

Regular Full-Time Full-time WV, Sissonville, WV, US

Salary Range: $48,000.00 To $58,000.00 Annually

Founded in 1966, Niterra North America, Inc. (formerly NGK Spark Plugs) is a global leader in spark plug and oxygen sensor design, driven by technology, innovation, and world-class quality. Today, that tradition continues as we transform our organization’s portfolio, expand our core ceramic technologies, explore capabilities beyond traditional areas, and challenge ourselves to develop solutions and services that leverage technology to address social issues while contributing to a sustainable society.

The Safety Specialist supports the development, administration, and maintenance of safety and environmental programs at our West Virginia manufacturing facility. This second-shift role (Monday-Friday, 2:00 PM-10:00 PM) involves coordinating incident investigations, interpreting OSHA regulations, conducting safety inspections and Job Safety Analyses, leading safety training, and maintaining compliance with OSHA, DOT, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001 requirements. The ideal candidate brings hands-on OSHA experience, strong organizational and communication skills, and the ability to work independently and lead in a fast-paced environment.

• Partner with management to develop, administer, and maintain safety programs and related training.
• Maintain and implement safety-related manuals and procedures (e.g., WVSM).
• Coordinate incident investigations.
• Interpret OSHA regulations and serve as an employee resource.
• Track OSHA and DOT-related certifications, including forklift, bloodborne pathogen, and reasonable suspicion, to ensure compliance.
• Ensure compliance with federal and state requirements, as well as company policies and procedures.
• Perform routine process safety inspections campus-wide.
• Conduct Job Safety Analyses for all areas.
• Lead new hire training on safety awareness and policies.
• Complete industrial hygiene studies (indoor air quality, noise, ergonomics) and recommend improvements to management.
• Run emergency drills and related training.
• Approve and maintain products that require Safety Data Sheets for compliance with the Globally Harmonized System (GHS) and WVEMS.
• Apply ISO 14001, ISO 4501, IATF 16949, and customer-specific requirements.
• Establish, document, and maintain all EMS policies and procedures.
• Back up the CAR/PAR systems related to OHS and EMS.
• Assist emergency first responders.
• Communicate orally, in writing, and electronically with other departments, suppliers, and outside parties as needed.
• Serve as a member of the Safety and Environmental Committee.
• Manage inventory of PPE-related supplies.
• Take on special projects as management assigns.
• Travel and/or overtime as required.
• Adhere to all company policies and procedures as applicable.

• 1+ year of experience working with OSHA regulations.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• MS Office experience required.
• Strong leadership skills.
• Able to work independently.
• Able to multitask and manage multiple priorities.
• Excellent organization and administration skills.
• Highly diplomatic and tactful with the ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Adaptable to changing needs in a fast-paced environment.
• Capable of coping with stressful situations.
• First Aid/CPR training preferred.
• OSHA 30-hour training preferred.
• Supervisory experience preferred.
• ISO 4501 experience preferred.

This role requires up to 10% travel, extended periods of desk and computer work, wearing safety-toe shoes, and working around normal office and manufacturing hazards.

• Financial Security: Short-term and long-term disability coverage.
• Retirement Savings: 401(k) plan with a generous company match of up to 6%.
• Time Off: Generous paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, and holidays.
• Work-Life Balance: Paid maternity and paternity leave.
• And much more!

Niterra is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

Niterra does not seek or accept unsolicited resumes or CVs from recruitment agencies. We are not responsible for, and will not pay, any fees, commissions, or other payments related to unsolicited resumes or CVs, except as required by a written contract between Niterra and the recruitment agency or party requesting payment of a fee.

If you are a California resident, please review our CCPA Notice to learn more about how we collect personal information from applicants and the purposes for which that information is used.

Founded in 1966, Niterra North America, Inc. (formerly NGK Spark Plugs) is a global leader in spark plug and oxygen sensor design, driven by technology, innovation, and world-class quality. Today, that tradition continues as we transform our organization’s portfolio, expand our core ceramic technologies, explore capabilities beyond traditional areas, and challenge ourselves to develop solutions and services that leverage technology to address social issues while contributing to a sustainable society.

The Safety Specialist supports the development, administration, and maintenance of safety and environmental programs at our West Virginia manufacturing facility. This second‑shift role (Monday‑Friday, 2:00 PM‑10:00 PM) involves coordinating incident investigations, interpreting OSHA regulations, conducting safety inspections and Job Safety Analyses, leading safety training, and maintaining compliance with OSHA, DOT, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001 requirements. The ideal candidate brings hands‑on OSHA experience, strong organizational and communication skills, and the ability to work independently and lead in a fast‑paced environment.

• Partner with management to develop, administer, and maintain safety programs and related training.
• Maintain and implement safety‑related manuals and procedures (e.g., WVSM).
• Coordinate incident investigations.
• Interpret OSHA regulations and serve as an employee resource.
• Track OSHA and DOT‑related certifications, including forklift, bloodborne pathogen, and reasonable suspicion, to ensure compliance.
• Ensure compliance with federal and state requirements, as well as company policies and procedures.
• Perform routine process safety inspections campus‑wide.
• Conduct Job Safety Analyses for all areas.
• Lead new hire training on safety awareness and policies.
• Complete industrial hygiene studies (indoor air quality, noise, ergonomics) and recommend improvements to management.
• Run emergency drills and related training.
• Approve and maintain products that require Safety Data Sheets for compliance with the Globally Harmonized System (GHS) and WVEMS.
• Apply ISO 14001, ISO 45001, IATF 16949, and customer‑specific requirements.
• Establish, document, and maintain all EMS policies and procedures.
• Back up the CAR/PAR systems related to OHS and EMS.
• Assist emergency first responders.
• Communicate orally, in writing, and electronically with other departments, suppliers, and outside parties as needed.
• Serve as a member of the Safety and Environmental Committee.
• Manage inventory of PPE‑related supplies.
• Take on special projects as management assigns.
• Travel and/or overtime as required.
• Adhere to all company policies and procedures as applicable.

• 1+ year of experience working with OSHA regulations.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• MS Office experience required.
• Strong leadership skills.
• Able to work independently.
• Able to multitask and manage multiple priorities.
• Effective communication skills.
• Excellent organization and administration skills.
• Highly diplomatic and tactful with the ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Adaptable to changing needs in a fast‑paced environment.
• Capable of coping with stressful situations.
• Effective time management skills.
• First Aid/CPR training preferred.
• OSHA 30‑hour training preferred.
• Supervisory experience preferred.
• ISO 4501 experience preferred.

This role requires up to 10% travel, extended periods of desk and computer work, wearing safety‑toe shoes, and working around normal office and manufacturing hazards.

• Comprehensive Health Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• Financial Security: Short‑term and long‑term disability coverage.
• Retirement Savings: 401(k) plan with a generous company match of up to 6%.
• Time Off: Generous paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, and holidays.
• Work‑Life Balance: Paid maternity and paternity leave.
• And much more!

Niterra is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

Niterra does not seek or accept unsolicited resumes or CVs from recruitment agencies. We are not responsible for, and will not pay, any fees, commissions, or other payments related to unsolicited resumes or CVs, except as required by a written contract between Niterra and the recruitment agency or party requesting payment of a fee.

If you are a California resident, please review our CCPA Notice to learn more about how we collect personal information from applicants and the purposes for which that information is used.

B-Shift: Monday- Friday, 2:00 PM-10:00 PM